Reinhold Messner had the ideal childhood for a climber. Born in the South Tyrol under the shadow of the Geislerspitz of parents who took him on his first climb on the Sass Rigais at the age of five, he grew up loving and learning every metre of his native Dolomites, and honing on them the basic mountaineering skills which were to lead him to set himself the harder and harder challenges which in turn rolled back the frontiers of the possible for a whole generation of climbers. He describes his ea...
This is the bible of bowhunting books. It will not only provide you with a library reference from year-to-year, but will also help any bowhunter to immediately improve his skills and success. Using the unique tales of six different bowhunters, Rick Sapp explores the different skills each man exhibits, displays why they are effective, and explains how to emulate them. He also uses their stories to show the wide range of technology now available to bowhunters, something that continues to expand, a...
This informative book takes the novice from choosing his first rifle to hunting techniques. In his highly individual style, John Darling explains the methods and techniques that work for him. Chapters cover the air rifle, ammunition, sights, accessories and clothing, shooting and hunting techniques, the law and safety, quarry (including rabbits, squirrels, rats, woodpigeons, doves and crows), and field target shooting. Although appealing mainly to the inexperienced shooter, the competent hunter...
A Firearm Reference for Security Officers and Investigators
by Michael W Weissberg
* Detailed product reviews and technical specifications for 25 classic models * Tips for inspecting and purchasing a used rifle * Selecting the right cartridge, riflescope, and ammunition What is the perfect rifle for hunting deer? It's a question guaranteed to generate debate among serious sportsmen. Hunter's Guide to Whitetail Rifles offers a comprehensive analysis to help hunters of all skill levels determine which rifle is best for them. This vital resource provides detailed information on...
Providing a detailed analysis of rifle sport, including deer stalking in Britain and the wider variety of game in Europe, this guide includes advice for the novice on acquiring a licence, buying and owning a rifle, and how and where to shoot. An introductory chapter places the sporting rifle in its historical context, describing its evolution from a scaled-down cannon to the modern precision weapon. The book then discusses the range of calibres, bullets and sights available, and their suitabilit...
Both first time and experienced buyers will want this identification and guide book, as it stands alone by dealing exclusively with this extremely popular trend in the firearms market.By covering assault weapons produced from 1950 to the present, "The Gun Digest Buyer's Guide to Assault Weapons" focuses on the affordable, shootable, and prevalent weaponry that make up the field of paramilitary weaponry.With extensive coverage including relative value influences, photographic identification, the...
A unique history of sporting literature; the first and only one ever to embark on a comprehensive survey of the gameshooting scene both as it was and as it stands today. In this new and revised edition the fascinating story is brought right up to date. Many of the shoots chosen are owned by the rich and famous, Brian Martin provides a rare insight into their social lives; providing fascinating comment on their own estates and on shooting generally. Before detailing the history and present sport...
Gun Digest's Pistol Shooting Tips for Concealed Carry Collection Eshort (Concealed Carry Eshorts)
by Grant Cunningham
