Practical Pointers for Those Who Shoot Stevens Rifles, Pistols, Pocket Rifles Classic Reprint

Essential guidance for rifle and pistol practice and competition
Discover practical rules, range layouts, and target setups from a classic shooting manual. This edition explains how to set up safe firing lines, construct backing and pits, and use paper targets to save lead and improve reliability.

The book presents common positions for Stevens rifles, along with the standard rules that clubs follow for competitions. It covers how targets are described, how scoring works, and what veterans expect when judging shots. It also outlines equipment guidelines and the responsibilities of range officials and scorekeepers.

• How to plan a safe, well-marked range with earth backings, pits, and proper target placement


• Descriptions of rifle positions and rest shooting versus off-hand shooting


• Details on Creedmoor and other target systems, scoring signals, and tie-breaking rules


• Rules for rifles, pistols, rests, sighting, and penalties to know before you shoot

Ideal for readers of historical shooting guides, range masters, and anyone interested in classic competitive marksmanship.