The Sporting Rifle: And Its Projectiles (1867)

Forsyth, James

ISBN 10: 1165147114 / ISBN 13: 9781165147113

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Sporting Rifle: And Its Projectiles (1867)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1165147114
• ISBN 13: 9781165147113
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Sporting Rifle: And Its Projectiles is a book written by James Forsyth and originally published in 1867. The book is a comprehensive guide to the use of the sporting rifle and its various projectiles. It covers topics such as the history of the rifle, the different types of rifles and ammunition available, and the techniques and skills required for successful shooting. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the subject. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of the rifle, including its development and evolution over time. The second chapter discusses the different types of rifles available, including the muzzle-loading rifle, the breech-loading rifle, and the repeating rifle. The third chapter delves into the various types of ammunition used with the rifle, including lead balls, bullets, and shot. The fourth chapter covers the techniques and skills required for successful shooting, including aiming, firing, and reloading. The fifth chapter provides information on the different types of game that can be hunted with the rifle, including deer, elk, and bear. Overall, The Sporting Rifle: And Its Projectiles is an informative and practical guide for anyone interested in the use of the sporting rifle. It provides detailed information on the history, technology, and techniques of rifle shooting, making it an essential read for hunters, sportsmen, and gun enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

About the Author

James Forsyth is former Reader and Head of the Department of Russian at the University of Aberdeen. His publications include A History of the Peoples of Siberia (Cambridge, 1992).