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This illustrated report on suppressor technology presents innovative designs of well-known suppressor manufacturers and offers definitive comparisons of models based on prices, features, kits, independent manufacturers and technological advances. It also examines the history of the silencer and the attitudes of the U.S. government, the public and terrorists about its usage.
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Modern Firearm Silencers
Seller: G.S.B. Publishing, Hudson, WI, U.S.A.
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Soft cover. Condition: New. Innovative designs of well-known suppressor manufacturers. 132 8 1/2 X 11 inches, softcover, illus, 120 pages. Seller Inventory # 1121
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Modern Firearm Silencers: Great Designs, Great Designers
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Paladin Press, Colorado, 1992
ISBN 10: 0873646665
ISBN 13: 9780873646666
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Seller: killarneybooks, Inagh, CLARE, Ireland
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Soft cover. Condition: Good. Good+. Scarce oversized paperback, vii + 107 pages, numerous b&w photos and illustrations in text, NOT ex-library. Moderate wear to corners, else little wear. Book is clean with unmarked text, free of inscriptions and stamps. Firm secure binding. Shelfworn covers with short creases. Spine remains free of vertical creases. -- This illustrated report on suppressor technology presents innovative designs of well-known suppressor manufacturers and offers definitive comparisons of models based on prices, features, kits, independent manufacturers and technological advances. It also examines the history of the silencer and the attitudes of the U.S. government, the public and terrorists about its usage. -- Contents: Preface; 1. Silence Is Golden Again; 2. Testing and Evaluation; 3. The Man Who Brought Us Quiet Killing; 4. Hear No Evil; 5. The Baffling Radiologist; 6. He Says He's Number One; 7. Do-It-Yourself Silencers; 8. Boobs, Tubes, and Dollars Wallow in Politics; 9. The Terrorizing Sound of Silencers; 10. Omerta at the End of a Gun; 11. Into Every Book Some Miscellany Must Fall; 12. Sources -- "Modern Firearm Silencers: Great Designs, Great Designers" by J. David Truby is a detailed exploration of the technology and engineering behind firearm silencers. This book delves into the history, development, and innovative designs of modern silencers, highlighting the contributions of key designers in the field. Truby provides an in-depth analysis of various silencer models, their applications, and the technological advancements that have shaped their evolution. The book is an invaluable resource for firearms enthusiasts, engineers, and anyone interested in the mechanics of noise reduction in firearms. Through meticulous research and detailed illustrations, Truby sheds light on the complexities of silencer design, offering insights into the principles and practices that make these devices effective. From the earliest prototypes to the latest innovations, "Modern Firearm Silencers" presents a comprehensive overview of this specialized area of firearms technology. Seller Inventory # 009984
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