The Art of Gunsmithing: The Shotgun

(Hardback)

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This volume is written about working on one of the finest sporting firearms ever invented - the shotgun. Included are types of shotgun from everyman's dream gun, the sidelock ejector, to the everyman gun, the humble economy single barrel. It covers the work a gunsmith actually encounters, much of this information has never previously been published and may help the reader appreciate the complexity and great range of skills and knowledge a gunsmith needs, something unique in the 21st century. Topics covered include: Guns and Gunsmithing Tooling & Equipment Stripping & Servicing and examination for faults Minor and advanced barrel work Rejointing barrels to actions and lockwork Minor and major stock repairs Blacking, bluing, browning and engraving Gun Proof and The Law. AUTHOR: Lewis Potter has had a lifelong intrest in fine firearms. His experience stretches over forty-five years, at first part-time, and from 1987 full-time gunsmithing, rifle making and ammunition development. He has written for national shooting sports magazines and is a keen supporter of all field sports. 90 b/w photos & 22 line drawings

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Lewis Potter has had a lifelong interest in fine firearms. His experience stretches over forty-five years, at first part-time, and from 1987 full-time gunsmithing, rifle making and ammunition development. He has written for national shooting sports magazines and is a keen supporter of all field sports.