Publisher's Synopsis
A guide to hand-guns and shooting
Himmelwright's guide to pistol and revolver shooting will particularly interest those who collect or shoot historical firearms. Various types of hand-gun are illustrated and described as is the ammunition that accompanied them. The author discusses shooting positions, target shooting and the reloading of ammunition. First published in the early 20th century, this book contains dedicated sections on revolver practice for the police forces of the period and interesting guidance in the use of hand-guns for ladies.Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket.
