Notes on Rifle-shooting / Henry William Heaton ; edited by W. S. Curtis

Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat rubbed and dust-toned as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: 89 p. ; 22 cm. Notes: Originally published: London : Longman, Green, Roberts, & Green, 1864. New introduction. This rare book is eagerly sought by collectors for its analysis of the various small-bore rifles available in 1864. Summary: Heaton's detailed study of the problems of light an shade and the effect these have, not only on the target but also on the open sights of Enfield, are of the greatest value to the many modern shooters of these historical rifles. The portrait frontispiece is extracted from the 1865 Elcho Team photograph and shows his characteristic Puggaree hat decoration. Subject: Shooting. Rifle practice. Qualifications requisite. Position. Dress, training. Aiming. Ammunition, loading. Cleaning a rifle. Wind and allowances. Light, atmosphere. Keeping notes. Description and peculiarities of the principal rifle ranges in G.B. Other names: W.S. Curtis, Captain Henry William Heaton. English Eight Team. The Muzzle Loaders Association of Great Britain. Genre: Illustrated. 1 Kg. …