The Winchester Single-Shot, Vol. 1 [Hardcover]

John Campbell (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 091721868X | ISBN-13: 978-0917218682 | Publication Date: November 1998 | Edition: 1st Ed(AsSuch)

The Winchester Single-Shot is one of the most admired and sought after rifles ever made. In fact, the Single-Shot's reputation has been without equal from the time of its invention by the legendary John M. Browning through today's renewed enthusiasm for black powder cartridge shooting. This book covers every important aspect of the Single-Shot, from its design and invention to its many component parts, alterations, chamberings, sights, style variations and vital specifications. There is also a wealth of practical information and suggestions about repair and restoration. 302 photographs.

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...fine production...large and clear...comprehensive index...chapters on extra features. -- C.J.A.C., Arms Collecting, August 1, 1995

The history is complete...many references...quality illustrations. -- Charles R. Suydam, The Gun Report, October 1, 1995

Product Details

• Hardcover: 270 pages
• Publisher: Andrew Mowbray Pub; 1st Ed(AsSuch) edition (November 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 091721868X
• ISBN-13: 978-0917218682
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #741,051 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best-done book on a specific model of rifle I've read..., December 25, 1999

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John Clifford - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Winchester Single-Shot, Vol. 1 (Hardcover)

This book has it all for the 1885 enthusiast, as well as for anyone who has an interest in John Browning, Winchester Repeating Arms, single shot rifles, and/or the beginnings of the modern gun industry here in America. Highly readable, with plenty of facts, figures, and illustrations. Well-edited, and excellent graphic presentation. A beautifully written, edited, and executed book, and one that you will read several times for the sheer enjoyment.

The quality of this book is a standard to which all others of its genre should be written to, but unfortunately too often aren't. I salute the author for a job truly well-done, and I unreservedly recommend this title to anyone who has even a remote interest in the subject matter; the cost of the book is money well-spent. The book is that good.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Winchester Single-Shot, July 17, 2001

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David F. Benner (New Braunfels, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Winchester Single-Shot, Vol. 1 (Hardcover)

John Campbell is to the Winchester Single-Shots as Frank Sellers is to the Sharps. This book, and its Volume II, are outstanding books about John Browning's first gun. It covers EVERYTHING you will ever want to know about this rifle, and then some. It is a must for anyone interested in the history of John Browning, Winchester and the famous Model 1885 Single-Shot Rifle. The book is FULL of pictures, diagrams and information about the 1885, including every modification and improvement this rifle went through during its long years in production. It also gives unbelievable details about every customized option or version that the rifle was ever made into. So if you are interested in the Winchester Single-Shot and its history, this book is the one, of two, to read.

5.0 out of 5 stars Winchester single shot, October 31, 2011

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Charles R. Ellsworth (Ormond Beach, Florida) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Winchester Single-Shot, Vol. 1 (Hardcover)

This is a wonderful book. The photography and text
combine to give an in depth history of these Winchester
rifles.