This benchmark volume is the foremost source for
cartridge information. Hunters, target shooters, military history
buffs, ammunition reloaders and cartridge collectors alike will find
all the answers to their cartridge and shotshell questions in this
comprehensive book that includes 1,500+ cartridges.
This reference book includes detailed photos, dimensional drawings and
loading data. Descriptions of obsolete American cartridges tell the
tale of ammunition used by settlers, cowboys and outlaws during the
nation’s westward expansion, and offer insights into unusual rounds
that never caught on. Hunters and shooters can improve their success
with the useful ballistics tables.
-Completely updated with new cartridges and information on
electronically fired rounds.
-Includes European and American cartridges, shotshells, wildcats and
black powder rounds.
-450 b&w photos for helpful reference.
-Handy index included.
Stan Skinner's interest in guns began in his preteen years. Following military service, Skinner joined the NRA editorial staff. Today, he is managing editor of SAFARI magazine and technical editor of Guns & Ammo, with several African and North American species in the record books.