Customer Reviews

Shotguns for Wingshooting

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Barsness has written the best current overview of shotguns for hunting: not sporting clays, trap, etc. He is not aligned nor does he show a marked prejudice for a particular type of shotgun like the side by side which is so prevalent today. He explains the advantages and downsides of various guns and does a particularly good job on the very important, if not vital, subject of stock design and fit. Although I think you can find much of this information elsewhere, Barsness brings it together in a very concise format and cuts through the "poppycock." Plus, the photos are great!

Fantastic book overall!! Topics covered include side by side to autoloaders to various kinds of ammo for all types of birds. Great read from an honest author!

Barsness is one of the best shooting writers out there, in my opinion. As originally published, this book was outrageously expensive, and if the discounts now offered on it are any measure, it didn't sell well. At under $10, this book is now an outrageously good value, even if you're not a Barsness fan.

He covers all aspects of wingshooting and guns, and doesn't confine himself to the typically (North) American approach. Refreshing and interesting.