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LoC No.: 42003241
Title: Pistol and Revolver Shooting
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Summary: "Pistol and Revolver Shooting" by A. L. A. Himmelwright is a practical guide focused on the sport of pistol and revolver shooting, written in the early 20th century. This work explores the evolution, techniques, and equipment associated with shooting these firearms, reflecting the increasing interest and sporting culture surrounding them during that period. The book aims to provide beginners with essential knowledge, training tips, and sound advice for mastering the art of shooting. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the historical context of pistol shooting, noting its transformation from a crude defensive weapon to a recognized sport due to advancements in firearms technology, particularly with the introduction of smokeless powder. Himmelwright emphasizes the growing popularity of pistol and revolver shooting among military, law enforcement, and civilian enthusiasts. He underlines the importance of proper technique, practice, and the mental aspects of shooting to achieve proficiency, suggesting that anyone with ordinary health and good eyesight can become a skilled marksman through dedication and training. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Himmelwright, A. L. A. (Abraham Lincoln Artman), 1865-
EBook No.: 41535
Published: Dec 1, 2012
Downloads: 245
Language: English
Subject: Revolvers
Subject: Pistols
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 42003241
Title: Pistol and Revolver Shooting
Credits:
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
Summary: "Pistol and Revolver Shooting" by A. L. A. Himmelwright is a practical guide focused on the sport of pistol and revolver shooting, written in the early 20th century. This work explores the evolution, techniques, and equipment associated with shooting these firearms, reflecting the increasing interest and sporting culture surrounding them during that period. The book aims to provide beginners with essential knowledge, training tips, and sound advice for mastering the art of shooting. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the historical context of pistol shooting, noting its transformation from a crude defensive weapon to a recognized sport due to advancements in firearms technology, particularly with the introduction of smokeless powder. Himmelwright emphasizes the growing popularity of pistol and revolver shooting among military, law enforcement, and civilian enthusiasts. He underlines the importance of proper technique, practice, and the mental aspects of shooting to achieve proficiency, suggesting that anyone with ordinary health and good eyesight can become a skilled marksman through dedication and training. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Himmelwright, A. L. A. (Abraham Lincoln Artman), 1865-
EBook No.: 41535
Published: Dec 1, 2012
Downloads: 245
Language: English
Subject: Revolvers
Subject: Pistols
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.