The Bolt Action: A Design Analysis

Language: English

Published by Wolfe Publishing Company, Prescott, 1985

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Seller: David Foley Sporting Books, Dallas, PA, U.S.A.David Foley Sporting Books

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Two-volume set in black cloth, titled in silver; 8vo; 288+289pp; blue paper endsheets; illustrated with b/w photos & drawings; matching cloth-covered slipcase; limited to 1000 copies. A reprinting of the 1976 & 1984 first editions. "Stuart Otteson, an engineer by trade became a writer when he decided to describe bolt actions in a technical way. Everyone who builds rifles, hunts or shoots a bolt action will enjoy knowing more about them. This treatise is an absolute necessity for the true gun lover. Strengths and weaknesses of most popular rifle actions are discussed in great detail. History is not neglected either. Want to know what bolt action has the fastest lock time, this book not only tells you but shows how to calculate if for models that inevitably follow it publication." Both books and slipcase are in fine, unread condition.

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Bibliographic details

Title
The Bolt Action: A Design Analysis
Author
Otteson, Stuart
Publisher
Wolfe Publishing Company, Prescott
Publication year
1985
Condition
Near Fine
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
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David Foley Sporting Books

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I specialize in books and ephemera on fishing, hunting, archery and firearms. Within these topics are works on trout, salmon, bass, salt water, fly fishing, fly tying, rod building, tackle catalogs and reference titles. Hunting contains works on African, Asian and North American big game; bird shooting-both upland and waterfowl; plus sporting dogs. Only a small portion of my inventory is listed here so please ask for titles not seen. Wants lists are accepted and often I am able to locate these books for you. Also, my inventory can be viewed by appointment.…

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