Pistols & Revolvers [Paperback]

Patrick Sweeney (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1998

Set up an efficient and organized workplace and learn what tools are needed. Then, tackle projects like installing new grips, adjusting trigger pull and sight replacement. Includes a troubleshooting guide, glossary of terms, and a directory of suppliers and services for most brands of handguns.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications (April 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873491963
• ISBN-13: 978-0873491969
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,373,520 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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46 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very practical!, July 1, 2001

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This review is from: Pistols & Revolvers (Paperback)

With no experience, orther than mechanical competence and some machine shop knowledge (which is not required), this book took me from zero experience, to purchasing $100 of tools, to a successful trigger job on a new revolver, with notably happy results. I am eager to try more projects because of this book.

43 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb overview of the topic!, March 15, 1999

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Neil A. Garra - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pistols & Revolvers (Paperback)

I found this book in the library, and have decided to purchase it. Sweeney goes into sufficient detail to enable the reader to diagnose handgun problems and speak intelligently to a gunsmith about them. Step-by-step instructions are presented for doing your own work - or for deciding that you want a professional to do it. He also discusses what work is best left to professionals, customizing, enhancements, etc. Great book for any pistol owner!

40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative. Easy-to-read. Realistic projects for anyone., June 18, 1998

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Kevin Michalowski - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pistols & Revolvers (Paperback)

Patrick Sweeney has given pistol and revolver owners everywhere the information they need to not only work on their own handguns if they choose, but readers will also understand the options available if they decide to use the services of a gunsmith. Pistol shooters at all levels of the sport should read this book to get a complete underdstanding of the mechanical workings, limitations and possible refinements of their handguns. It should be in every shooter's library.