Excerpt from Notes on Shooting: With Instructions Concerning the Use of Nitro Powders
When the previous editions of this work were issued our knowledge of shot gun ballistics was in a transi tion stage. Although a few pioneers, both here and abroad, were already advancing towards the elucidation of the laws which govern the action of smokeless powders, sportsmen generally, and the majority even of experts, were still under the sway of lingering traditions. As in all infant sciences, there was an antagonism between the old school and the new. The former, claiming to be practical, dubbed their opponents theorists, the self-styled practical man firmly believing that his ideas were based on facts observed by himself. Nothing has so retarded the progress of many sciences as this delusion; for phenomena thus observed become unconsciously distorted and refracted by reaching the mind through a medium of preconceived theories and prejudices.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed examination of the evolution of smokeless powders in firearms, presenting the historical context and scientific principles behind their development. It describes the properties and characteristics of various smokeless powders, focusing on their stability, efficiency, and impact on gun performance. The book explores the testing methods used to evaluate powder performance, including pressure, velocity, and recoil. It also discusses the importance of cartridge loading accuracy and provides guidance on selecting appropriate wadding and measuring charges. By delving into the complexities of smokeless powder behavior, this book provides valuable insights into the science of firearms and the factors that influence their accuracy and effectiveness. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332024803_0
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