United States Rifles and Machine Guns: A Detailed Account of the Methods Used in Manufacturing Turing the Springfield, 1903 Model Service Rifle; Also ... Three Types of Machine Guns (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Fred H. Colvin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528254481 ISBN 13: 9781528254489

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Master the craft behind early American rifles and machine guns

The book delivers a detailed look at how the Springfield 1903 model and the modified Enfield were made, plus descriptions of three types of machine guns. It blends historical context with practical, step-by-step manufacturing insights, supported by diagrams and detailed operation notes.

This edition compiles technical descriptions of the tooling, fixtures, and processes used in turning out these iconic firearms. Expect precise measurements, gearing, and sequence information that illuminate how each part is finished, assembled, and tested. Suitable for readers who enjoy historical military tech, gunsmithing, and the inner workings of early 20th‑century firearms.

• In‑depth coverage of rifle and machine gun components and their manufacturing steps
• Operational details and mechanisms behind key parts such as bolts, receivers, and springs
• Illustrations and fixture notes that show how pages translate to real machining
• Historical context tying the development of U.S. military firearms to broader advances

Ideal for readers of military firearms history, gunsmithing hobbyists, and model makers who want a technical, hands‑on understanding of classic designs.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528254481
• ISBN 13: 9781528254489
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 338