Black Powder Hobby Gunsmithing

Black Powder Hobby Gunsmithing
Author: Sam Fadala
Publisher: Krause Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Gunsmithing
ISBN: 9780873491532

Keep busy with projects for all levels of competence, from kitchen table through home workshop, all the way to the academic. Step-by-step tutorials on building from kits and a resource directory make the grade.

The Preparatory Manual of Black Powder and Pyrotechnics

The Preparatory Manual of Black Powder and Pyrotechnics
Author: Jared Ledgard
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 662
Release: 2006-02
Genre: Black power
ISBN: 9781411685741

The Preparatory Manual of Black Powder and Pyrotechnics is a new Handbook discussing the world's most commonly used pyrotechnic compositions. The book contains multiple sections dividing the area of pyrotechnics into various levels. Black Powder is the first level, followed by High Performance rocket propellants and gun propellants, then followed by General pyrotechnic compositions. Specialty and Experimental compositions take up the rear, followed by Fireworks. All compositions are discussed in great detail with complete processes for manufacture. The book discusses a total of 1187 pyrotechnic compositions ranging from black powder compositions, to fireworks, to high performance gun propellants, rocket propellants, incendiary agents, smoke producing mixtures, to specialty compositions including cloud seeding compositions, welding compositions, matches, priming compositions, and experimental compositions, all with a variety of uses, and methods of production

Reloading for Handgunners

Reloading for Handgunners
Author: Patrick Sweeney
Publisher: Krause Publications
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2011-11-21
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781440217708

In Reloading for Handgunners, the reader will learn the benefits of serious handgun ammunition reloading (decreased cost, increased reliability) in an accessible, step-by-step way. In addition, the reader will learn how to avoid the costly, wasteful errors that plague many reloaders, experienced and novice alike. Finally, the reader will enjoy the vast experience and unique style that have made Patrick Sweeney the country's leading guru on tactical and competition shooting and ammunition. Features: Shortcuts, hints and tips (from a certified master gunsmith, film consultant, and certified Armorer Instructor) to reload your own ammunition and avoid costly errors Loading data for the most popular and asked-about calibers Specialty loading info for: Competition: IPSC/IDPA, Bullseye, Steel Challenge, Cowboy Hunting: heavy magnums and big bores

The Gun Digest Book of Shotgun Gunsmithing

The Gun Digest Book of Shotgun Gunsmithing
Author: Ralph T. Walker
Publisher: Dbi Books
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1983
Genre: Gunsmithing.
ISBN: 9780910676540

One of the nation's premier shotgun specialists explains the principles and practices of repairing, individualizing, and making modern scatter-guns more accurate. Never-before covered information!

Expedient Homemade Firearms

Expedient Homemade Firearms
Author: P.A. Luty
Publisher: Paladin Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998-05-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9780873649834

The author provides clear, step-by-step instructions for and expedient 9mm submachine gun. It is easily constructed from readily available materials, primarily steel tubing; it does not require a lathe and milling machine and it can be built by just about anyone in about a week. For Academic Study Only

Handloader's Digest

Handloader's Digest
Author: Philip P. Massaro
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-12
Genre: Ammunition
ISBN: 9781440245312

"The world's greatest handloading book."

Handbook of Modern Percussion Revolvers

Handbook of Modern Percussion Revolvers
Author: Michael Morgan
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014-01-13
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781440238987

"Those old blackpowder handguns look great hung over your mantle -- but they're much more fun to shoot! Now, thanks to Handbook of Modern Percussion Revolvers, author Michael Morgan shows you just how entertaining these history-making firearms can be. Inside, you'll find: detailed loading advice for today's modern blackpowder percussion cap revolvers, tips and tricks for accurate shooting, in-depth breakdowns for the three most popular working reproductions, [and] dozens of historical fun facts and trivia"--Page 4 of cover.

Abc's of Reloading, 10th Edition

Abc's of Reloading, 10th Edition
Author: Philip Massaro
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2021-04-13
Genre:
ISBN: 9781951115272

Make Your Own Ammo and Save Money Too! Now in its 10th edition, The ABCs of Reloading has taught countless firearms owners safe, reliable methods of creating their own ammunition. This long overdue new edition brings detailed reloading instruction to shooters who want to improve accuracy, save money and ensure themselves a constant supply of ammo regardless of supply and demand on retail shelves. Reloading expert and frequent Gun Digest contributor Phil Massaro lays out the basics of reloading and then digs further into the details in a fresh approach that introduces beginners to this valuable hobby while helping those already familiar with reloading take their skills and knowledge to the next level. As a bonus, long-range shooters searching for tips on making ultra-consistent ammo using high B.C. bullets and fine-tuning for precision accuracy will greatly benefit from Massaro's insight into that topic as well. Massaro's coverage of the vast array of reloading gear and components that have been introduced during the past decade alone makes this edition invaluable for the enthusiast who might be overwhelmed with questions. From the very basic questions of "How does a cartridge work?" and "What components do I need to get started?" to more advanced information on understanding cartridge pressure, headspace and using a chronograph to check your work, this is THE book to help shooters sort it all out.

Gunsmithin - Guns of the Old West

Gunsmithin - Guns of the Old West
Author: David Chicoine
Publisher: Krause Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004-09-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780873497695

The popularity of cowboy action shooting has greatly expanded, and so has this indispensable guide to the guns used in the sport. This updated second edition guides collectors, cowboy action shooters, hobbyists and Old West re-enactors through repairing and improving Old West firearms. New additions include 125 high-resolution diagrams and illustrations, five new handgun models, four new long gun models, and an expanded and illustrated glossary.The book offers expanded coverage of the first edition's featured guns (over 40 original and replica models), as well as updated gunsmithing tips and advice. The step-by-step, detailed illustrations demonstrate to both amateur and advanced gunsmiths how to repair and upgrade Old West firearms. This valuable knowledge is passed along to readers by a working professional with years of experience and a great reputation for quality custom gunsmithing work.·