This fully updated encyclopedia of rifles and machine guns is an authoritative reference work with two visual directories of the most important historical and contemporary weapons. It explains the development of rifles and machine guns through the centuries, right up to the 21st century. It includes the history of rifles, such as the Lee Enfield, M1 rifle and the HK G3 rifle, and classic machine guns, such as the Hotchkiss, Bren and Maxim. The book introduces readers to the designers and manufacturers who developed the arms, and the materials and technology involved in their production. The directories are grouped according to country and each gun’s features are explained alongside the military and technological context in which the weapon was designed.
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Will Fowler is a writer specializing in military history and defence technology. He is the author of over 30 books covering military technology and conflicts from the 19th century to the second Gulf War. Patrick Sweeney competes, teaches and trains others in the use of firearms. He is the author of a number of books including Gunsmithing: Rifles and Modern Law Enforcement Weapons and Tactics. T. Logan Metesh is an arms historian with a focus on history and development. He is the owner of High Caliber History LLC
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Hardback. Zustand: New. This fully updated encyclopedia is an authoritative reference work with two stunning visual directories. It explains the development of rifles and machine guns through the centuries, and shows the capabilities and individual specifications of modern weapons. The chronological story of arms development begins with the first crude hand cannons and black powder flintlocks used in the Revolutionary, Napoleonic and American Civil wars. The encyclopedia covers the progress of firearm design from the Industrial Age to the modern day, with details of the individual developments of rifles and machine guns, and their use in major conflicts. Readers are introduced to some of the designers and manufacturers involved in weapons design, as well as the materials, mechanics and technology involved in arms production. The directories present a photographic guide to the world's rifles and machine guns. Grouped according to country of origin, each gun's features are listed, with the military and technological context in which the weapon was developed. Information boxes accompany each entry and include details such as calibre, magazine capacity, barrel length and unloaded weight. A list of manufacturers, a glossary and an index complete this easy-to-use encyclopedia. Written by leading experts in the field and superbly illustrated, the book is essential reading for all enthusiasts interested in gun manufacture and weapons of war. An unparalleled guide to the world's most important rifles and machine guns, from the medieval period to the present day. Includes superb directories of arms from different regions of the world, organized according to country of manufacture. Shows the key features of each weapon, including calibre, magazine capacity, barrel length and unloaded weight. With 600 photographs and artworks, and specification boxes for detailed study. The most important and famous rifles and machine guns are listed, including the Mauser, Lee-Enfield and the SAR 240. Written by three outstanding arms experts. Artikel-Nr. LU-9780754835776
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Hardback. Zustand: New. This fully updated encyclopedia is an authoritative reference work with two stunning visual directories. It explains the development of rifles and machine guns through the centuries, and shows the capabilities and individual specifications of modern weapons. The chronological story of arms development begins with the first crude hand cannons and black powder flintlocks used in the Revolutionary, Napoleonic and American Civil wars. The encyclopedia covers the progress of firearm design from the Industrial Age to the modern day, with details of the individual developments of rifles and machine guns, and their use in major conflicts. Readers are introduced to some of the designers and manufacturers involved in weapons design, as well as the materials, mechanics and technology involved in arms production. The directories present a photographic guide to the world's rifles and machine guns. Grouped according to country of origin, each gun's features are listed, with the military and technological context in which the weapon was developed. Information boxes accompany each entry and include details such as calibre, magazine capacity, barrel length and unloaded weight. A list of manufacturers, a glossary and an index complete this easy-to-use encyclopedia. Written by leading experts in the field and superbly illustrated, the book is essential reading for all enthusiasts interested in gun manufacture and weapons of war. An unparalleled guide to the world's most important rifles and machine guns, from the medieval period to the present day. Includes superb directories of arms from different regions of the world, organized according to country of manufacture. Shows the key features of each weapon, including calibre, magazine capacity, barrel length and unloaded weight. With 600 photographs and artworks, and specification boxes for detailed study. The most important and famous rifles and machine guns are listed, including the Mauser, Lee-Enfield and the SAR 240. Written by three outstanding arms experts. Artikel-Nr. LU-9780754835776
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