Reloader's Handbook of Wildcat Cartridge Design

Reloader's Handbook of Wildcat Cartridge Design
Author: Fred Zeglin
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-04-23
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9781959265078

The Textbook for Experimental Cartridge Design No matter yourreloading goals, Reloader's Handbook of WildcatCartridge Design, 2nd Edition, is the mostcomprehensive reference available for designing, building, loading and shootingwildcat cartridges. Calibers span the gamut, from the tiny .10 caliber to thebrawny .50 cal. There is something for every interest! Following the firstedition's success, this completely updated edition adds three new chapters,including modernized wildcats, recently developed proprietary and factorycartridges, ammunition sources, and options for procuring .22 rimfire ammo whenit is not commercially available, plus brass sources and specialty suppliers. Inside You'll Find: · Dimensioneddrawings and loading data · Detailedcartridge descriptions and performance · Historicalwildcat cartridges and new designs · Wildcatsvs. improved cartridges · Tooling,supplies and suppliers · P.O.Ackley and other wildcatter profiles! In Reloader's Handbook of Wildcat Cartridge Design, 2ndEdition, learn how to make your own reamers and reloading diesand design new cartridges, whether your goal is increased velocity, improvedaccuracy, more extended range, or better terminal performance on game!

Wildcat Cartridges

Wildcat Cartridges
Author: Fred Zeglin
Publisher: Z-Hat Publishing
Total Pages: 586
Release: 2022-04-02
Genre:
ISBN: 9781955611022

The Reloader's Handbook of Wildcat Cartridge Design is a must have for all shooters regardless of their experience. For the hunter with one gun or collector with many, you will find valuable information on accuracy, designing, building, loading and shooting wildcats. Calibers start with the tiny .10 ranging to some brawny .50 calibers; there is something for every interest.Self reliant shooters and gunsmiths will learn how to make their own reamers and reloading dies in this book. If you desire to try out a new cartridge design you can be testing the new design in a day or two instead of weeks or months.Dimensioned drawings and loading data accompany cartridge descriptions. Historical cartridges as well as the newest and most popular designs are included. Chapters about important cartridge designers like P.O. Ackley, Jerry Gebby, Rocky Gibbs, and Charles Newton are important resources for the reloader and shooter alike."It's a rare technical treatise that draws you in with illustration, or that keeps you with an easy flow of chat that, were it lifted from print, might pop up at any gun counter or handloading bench. Wayne van Zwoll"For anyone interested in wildcat cartridges, this is a "must have" book. It's thorough, and it's up to date." Larry S. Sterett, Gun Week"One of the problems collectors often encounter when they purchase custom-made sporting rifles is the absence of commercially made ammunition for those arms... This book offers hope to just those collectors.Written by a professional gunsmith and cartridge maker, it examines the history of "wildcat cartridge" development. In addition to discussing vintage designs, such as those developed by P.O. Ackley, Jerry Gebby, and Charles Newton, the book covers more recent work carried out by Estergaard, Gibbs, Z-Hat, and more." Herbert G. Houze, Man at Arms Magazine, Vol. 28, No. 4, 2006"This is a fantastic book on American wildcats, US loads and much more. A must have for wildcatters and gunsmiths." Big Bore Journal, No. 18, June 2006

Wildcat Cartridges

Wildcat Cartridges
Author: Fred Zeglin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2005-10-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9781884849336

Firearms Reloading the history, manufacture, data for wildcat (Non-Factory) Ammunition.

Hawk Cartridges Reloading Manual

Hawk Cartridges Reloading Manual
Author: Fred D. Zeglin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2011-07-01
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780983159803

Zeglin has gathered years of pressure testing and shooting into a manual format that makes it easy for any reloader to form and fire Hawk Cartridge. This collection of data includes some new material and new cartridges in the Hawk line-up. There is no other resource for Hawk Cartridges that meets the needs of wildcatters, reloaders, and shooters everywhere.

Handbook for Shooters and Reloaders

Handbook for Shooters and Reloaders
Author: Parker O. Ackley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2021-10-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9781684226054

Illustrated Edition of 1959 in Facsimile. This is the first edition of one of the classic descriptions of wildcat cartridges, first published in 1949. Though revised and updated in 1962, this is Ackley's first effort at tackling the loading data, theory, and practice of wildcat cartridges. A wildcat cartridge, often shortened to wildcat, is a custom cartridge for which ammunition and/or firearms are not mass-produced. These cartridges are often created in order to optimize a certain performance characteristic (such as the power, size, or efficiency) of an existing commercial cartridge. Developing and using wildcat cartridges does not generally serve a purpose in military or law enforcement; it is more a hobby for serious shooting, hunting, gunsmithing and handloading enthusiasts, particularly in the United States.

P.O. Ackley

P.O. Ackley
Author: Fred Zeglin
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2017
Genre: Cartridges
ISBN: 9781440247590

In P.O. Ackley: America's gunsmith, author Fred Zeglin's years of extensive research highlight not just the history of cartridge and rifle development, but an insider's look at a humble man who influenced nearly everything we know about shooting and ballistics today. P.O. Ackley's ideas om reloading, rifle accuracy, barrel making, cartridge choice, and wildcats are just as relevant for modern "gun cranks" as they were in Ackley's heyday. Zeglin delivers the most complete collection of accurate dimensions, loading data and history for the lifetime of cartridges created by P.O. Ackley, the most influential gunsmith in America. Most shooters know him today because of his "Ackley Improved" cartridge designs. But those cartridges are only the tip of the iceberg. P.O. Ackley: America's gunsmith is the whole story. Includes a full-color photo section and an exclusive never-before-printed article by P.O. Ackley. -- back cover.

Cartridges of the World, 16th Edition

Cartridges of the World, 16th Edition
Author: W. Todd Woodard
Publisher: Gun Digest
Total Pages: 688
Release: 2019-07-09
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781946267733

THE ESSENTIAL, COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO CARTRIDGES--PAST AND PRESENT! Serious shooters and reloaders will find the cartridges they love--and many they never dreamed of--in this newest edition of the most widely read cartridge reference book ever published. From the latest introductions in standard American sporting cartridges, to the hottest proprietary rounds, and new authoritative feature articles by the gun industry's heavy hitters on cartridge design, application, selection, tips and idiosyncrasies, this book is packed with everything shooters, handloaders and cartridge collectors need to know. Cartridges of the World, 16th Edition is packed with over 688 pages of concise information and data on old, new and currently manufactured ammo. Heavily illustrated with more than 1,500 photos, this book is the ultimate guide for gun owners interested in current and historical ammunition for handguns, rifles and shotguns. With 50 new cartridges, from the latest cutting-edge factory loads to wildcats that will set ballistic trends for years to come, plus updated cartridge descriptions and the newly expanded full-color feature article section, Cartridges of the World, 16th Edition is the most comprehensive reference of its kind, and a must-have for every firearms owner--from beginner to advanced. IT'S ALL HERE! 50 new cartridges Full-color feature story section Trendsetting wildcats Updated spec and reference charts Expert advice on handloads and cartridge selection

Understanding Headspace

Understanding Headspace
Author: Fred Zeglin
Publisher: 4D Reamer Rentals Limited
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2015-01-31
Genre: Cartridges
ISBN: 9780983159841

A basic understanding of headspace and how it affects the proper operation of a firearm are necessary if you wish to call yourself a gunsmith. Otherwise all you will be able to do is change parts with the hope that somehow the problem will go away. The later is normally called an armorer, not a gunsmith.This booklet contains all the information a gunsmith needs in order to understand and diagnose headspace.

Glock Deconstructed

Glock Deconstructed
Author: Patrick Sweeney
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-08-12
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781440232787

If you liked Gun Digest Book of the Glock Volumes 1 and 2, you are going to absolutely love Patrick Sweeney's Glock Deconstructed! In a complete departure from his previous works on the famed gun maker, Sweeney examines why Glock makes what it makes, how it does it, and where and why they still lead the pack among all copycats. Inside you'll find: The history behind Glock's innovations through four generations of pistols. Glock's competition--is imitation still flattery? Carbines, full-autos, suppressors, and more. Where is Glock in these developments? Custom conversions--Glock Deconstructed has the low-down on companies and individuals taking Glock pistols to new performance levels. A complete breakdown of the new Gen4 Glocks. An inside look at GSSF Glock matches. And much, much more! Perhaps the most influential firearms design in recent history, Glock pistols are the preferred auto-loading firearms for law enforcement use and personal protection. Glock Deconstructed is a first of its kind, in-depth, behind the scenes look at one of the most famous gun makers in modern firearms history and one sure to fascinate every handgun enthusiast, Glock owner or not. A must-have for any handgun owner's library.

Chambering Rifle Barrels for Accuracy

Chambering Rifle Barrels for Accuracy
Author: Fred Zeglin
Publisher: 4D Reamer Rentals Limited
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2016-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9780983159858

in Part I, Fred Zeglin gives you an in depth study of what it takes to build an accurate hunting rifle. Fred has been building custom hunting rifles for over thirty years. His clients come from all walks of life and have one thing in common; when they go hunting they don't want to worry about the accuracy of their rifle.In Part II, Gordy Gritters explains the extreme accuracy requirements of a quality benchrest rifle. Gordy has nearly thirty years invested in building precision rifles. He is a competitive shooter as well as a gunsmith. Builder of many high accuracy rifles used by customers across North America to set records and win various rifle competitions including the Varmint Hunter Jamboree, Coyote Hunting National Championship, 1000 yard matches, 600 yard matches, F-Class matches, BR-50, IR 50-50, 100 and 200 yard benchrest matches, sniper matches, NRA service rifle matches, as well as for varmint and big game hunting.