The Pennsylvania-Kentucky Rifle
The Pennsylvania-Kentucky Rifle

Author: Henry J. Kauffman

Publisher: Masthof Press

Published: 2005-01-01

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 188329455X

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Read about the rifle that was made in America by gunsmiths who migrated to Lancaster Co., Pa., from central Europe in the first half of the 18th century. This intensive study and exacting research by Kauffman has brought to light a tremendous amount of information on America's first great rifle. First printed in 1960, this book has an extensive listing of gunsmiths and the stylized work of the makers. Various rifles are identified with many photos and sketches and documentary data. (374pp. illus. index. Masthof Press, 2005 reprint.)

British Military Flintlock Rifles 1740 - 1840
British Military Flintlock Rifles 1740 - 1840

Author: Bruce N. Canfield

Publisher: Andrew Mowbray Pub

Published: 2002-08-01

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 9781931464031

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Numerous military flintlocks carried by the British Riflemen are described and illustrated with exceptional photographs and sharp close-ups of details. A great deal of attention is given to the famous Baker, but also included are such arms as the Ferguson, the Pattern 1776 and rifles used by German mercenaries and Loyalists in the American Revolution. Documented by decades of archival research and the inspection of countless surviving rifles. A great read for those interested in military history, marksmanship in the British Army, accoutrements and ammunition, the story of the Riflemen in the British service and antique firearms enthusiasts as a reference for identifying rifles.

The Muzzle-Loading Cap Lock Rifle
The Muzzle-Loading Cap Lock Rifle

Author: Ned H. Roberts

Publisher:

Published: 2011-10-01

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9781258210526

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Explores the history, construction, and care of one of America's finest firearms Hundreds of photographs show muzzle-loading cap lock rifles, ammunition, cap magazines, powder flasks, bullet molds, and more Describes and recreates traditional shooting matches in fascinating detail

The Gun Digest Black Powder Loading Manual
The Gun Digest Black Powder Loading Manual

Author: Sam Fadala

Publisher:

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780873491778

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This work provides a guide to loading blackpowder firearms. This edition contains data for 158 blackpowder firearms, basic instructional information, items on equipment and accessories, evaluation tests and a section on materials.