Rifles of the World (Paperback)

~ John Walter (Author)

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Product Description

The third edition of this definitive reference includes expanded coverage of commercial and military rifles from around the world. From modern battle rifles like the American M16 to classic designs like the British Cogswell & Harrison Double Sporting Rifle, Rifles of the World is the most comprehensive book of its type.

Arranged alphabetically by country of origin, from Argentina to Yugoslavia, this superior resource provides background information for rifles and carbines, both well known and obscure, from the breech-loading era to the present. With a blend of entertaining historical background and detailed technical specifications this is an essential guide for any rifle enthusiast.

-More than 1,000 photos, plus an 8-page full-color section aid in identification

-100+ new listings offer readers more resources to refer to

-Covers rimfire and centerfire models and every action type --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 510 pages
• Publisher: kp books; 2nd edition (July 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873492021
• ISBN-13: 978-0873492027
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 8.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #681,741 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference, January 10, 2001

By	HARJOT BRAR (CHANDIGARH, INDIA.) - See all my reviews

This book makes for excellent reference material for those thinking of investing in a great rifle or simply enthusiastic about the art of rifles today.Exhaustive gun list covering most commercial rifles of today and yesterday without wasting too many pages on worthless ballistic charts.Highly recommended reference for hunters,competitive shooters,collectors or simply gun enthusiasts.