Download or read book Gunsmithing Pistols and Revolvers written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Gun Digest. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Working on your own guns can be both fun and economical, and in this all-new fourth edition of Gunsmithing Pistols & Revolvers, certified master gunsmith and best-selling gun writer Patrick Sweeney shows you how to avoid costly repairs and improve your handgun's performance.

Download or read book Gunsmithing Pistols Revolvers written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2004-09-12 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the guidance of top gunsmith Patrick Sweeney, beginners, as well as serious enthusiasts, are able to diagnose handgun problems--for once they're the experts, deciding whether to do their own work or leave it up to the professionals. Profusely illustrated step-by-step instructions are presented for do-it-yourself minor repairs and major upgrades, from the how-tos of diagnosing malfunctions in both revolver and semi-automatic pistols to what corrective steps can be taken to solve them. Sweeney provides a complete look at repairs and upgrades: setting up an efficient and organized workplace, what gunsmithing tools are needed to complete projects, and a thorough series of mini-projects--teaching professional tool-use techniques. Plus, there are chapters on cleaning, polishing and minor repairs, welding and metal joining, recoil reduction, and refinishing. And new to this edition, gunsmithing tips are included for polymer-framed pistols.

Download or read book Gunsmithing written by Patrick Sweeney and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Top gunsmith Patrick Sweeney provides hands-on pistolsmithing projects for the beginning hobbyist as well as the serious enthusiast. Readers will learn how to clean, polish, and make minor repairs on their pistols. Later chapters cover installing new grips, adjusting trigger pull, fitting target bushings, and other projects. Includes a troubleshooting guide, a glossary of terms, and a directory of suppliers. 850 photos.

Download or read book The Gun Digest Book of the 1911 written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Gun Digest Books. This book was released on 2001-10-01 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does Your 1911 Stack Up? &break;&break;When John Browning designed the Model 1911 pistol for Colt's Manufacturing Co. he created the standard by which pistols have been judged for more than 90 years. &break;&break;Now Patrick Sweeney provides the first in-depth look at the Model 1911 in all its forms, complete with information on ammunition, after-market parts and performance testing of semi-custom guns. This book shows you what the 1911 is and what it can become. If you own a 1911 now or have ever considered buying one, this book is for you.

Download or read book Gun Digest Book of Hunting Revolvers written by Max Prasac and published by Gun Digest. This book was released on 2017-01-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Your guide to big-bore revolver hunting! Handgun hunting has evolved significantly over the last 25 years. With Gun Digest Book of Hunting Revolvers , you'll learn about the available factory and custom revolvers, plus calibers, bullets, and terminal effectiveness on all sizes of game. This book stands alone as the most comprehensive look ever at the revolver as a viable primary hunting tool--and is your guide to taking the hunt to the next level like only big-bore revolver hunting can. Examine the currently available hunting revolvers and their intended applications. Read fascinating handgun hunting stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat--and inform your choice of big-bore revolvers for any game on this planet. This comprehensive examination of handgun hunting dispels the myths of handgun potency and terminal ballistics and is the ultimate guide to the challenge and reward of pursuing game with big-bore revolvers. Includes:Extensive, detailed look at factory and custom revolvers Terminal ballistics: theory, application and bullet design Dissolving myths about paper ballistics Photos and stories of big-bore revolvers on the hunt Whether a seasoned sixgun shooter looking to push the limits, or a newbie just considering the close-range challenge of handgun hunting, this book is the ultimate guide"--

Download or read book Pistolsmithing written by George C. Nonte Jr. and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2010-12-22 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classic book on gunsmithing reprinted in a new hardcover series format.

Download or read book The Gun Digest Book of Ruger Pistols and Revolvers written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Gun Digest Books. This book was released on 2007-12-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Definitive Volume on America's Favorite Handguns! &break;&break;Semi-Autos &break;Revolvers &break;Ammunition &break;And More! &break;&break;In little more than half a century, Ruger's legendary pistols and revolvers have become an epic American success story. Now, in one information-packed volume, Patrick Sweeney tells the fascinating story of these trend-setting handguns from the unique perspective of a master gunsmith and certified firearms instructor. &break;&break;From Ruger's Mark 1.22 semi-auto - the gun that built an empire - through their rugged single-action revolvers and their hottest new autoloaders, you'll find it in The Gun Digest Book of Ruger Pistols & Revolvers. And as a bonus, you also get a behind-the-scenes peek at Ruger's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and the scoop on the revolutionary new Ruger SR9 9mm!

Download or read book 1911 The First 100 Years written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2010-09-23 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1911, the history of firearms changed forever with the adoption of the greatest pistol ever designed, the Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911--known today simply as the 1911. Now, in one fascinating, illustrated volume, authority Patrick Sweeney celebrates the 100th anniversary of the greatest fighting handgun ever designed, John M. Brownings legendary 1911 .45. From the predecessors of the 1911 and its contemporaries to the best of today's semi- and full-custom models, you'll find it in 1911: The First 100 Years. Lavishly illustrated with photographs collected from around the world, 1911: The First 100 Years is a fitting centennial tribute to a pistol that is today more popular than ever. For the collector, for the shooter, for the historian--for anyone interested in big-bore handguns or the evolution of this truly American classic, this is a must-have volume.

Download or read book Textbook of Pistols and Revolvers written by Julian S. Hatcher and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-01-27 with total page 715 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1935, Textbook of Pistols and Revolvers is a treatise on handguns of the early twentieth century. Written by Major Julian S. Hatcher, an expert on the subject of firearms of all sorts, readers will gain invaluable insight into everything to do with handheld firearms of the 1930s. In his introduction, Hatcher emphasizes that he has made an earnest effort to make this book accessible for both novices and experts. Novices who know nothing whatsoever about firearms and their use can easily learn from this book, while experts will find a technical reference book where “the results of many experiments with pistols and revolvers and their ammunition are tabulated in convenient form.” Covering such subjects as the different methods of shooting and using hand firearms; their mechanism, care and repair; their interior and exterior ballistics; the peculiar suitability of the different kinds for various purposes; the relative effectiveness or stopping power of the various calibers and types of gun and ammunition; and many more, this book is an immense store of knowledge on early handguns. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Download or read book Gunsmithing The AR 15 written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Gun Digest Books. This book was released on 2010-03-23 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ARs are Expensive! Protect Your Investment—with Gunsmithing: The AR-15 Whether you're a professional gunsmith or just an interested amateur, you'll find everything you need to know about keeping your AR perking in Gunsmithing: The AR-15. Written by master gunsmith and noted AR-15 expert Patrick Sweeney, Gunsmithing: The AR-15 is your one-stop guide to repairing, maintaining and modifying America's favorite rifle. It's all here! Hundreds of detailed photos Maintenance Repair Accessories and Modifications Tips, Tools and Techniques And more! Whether you're interested in simple tasks such as disassembling and maintaining your AR, or if you're ready to tackle more complex projects such as rebarreling or converting your AR to a piston design, Gunsmithing: The AR-15 tells you everything you need to know. Protect your investment and avoid costly mistakes—with Gunsmithing: The AR-15!

Download or read book The Gun Digest Book of Smith Wesson written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Gun Digest Books. This book was released on 2004-12-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author Patrick Sweeney leads readers through Smith & Wesson's dizzying array of handgun models and options. From plinking revolvers to the new .500 S&W hand cannon, Sweeney reviews S&W models inside and out for performance, function and versatility, letting the reader known which models will work best for self-defense, hunting or target shooting. &break;&break;With information on basic troubleshooting, testing used guns for reliability and reviews of specific models from every major S&W group, The Gun Digest Book of Smith & Wesson gives readers an accurate overview of the offerings of this fine American gunmaker.

Download or read book The Gun Digest Book of Firearms Assembly Disassembly Part V Shotguns written by J B Wood and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2002-05-01 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New Edition, revised & greatly expanded to include detailed information for the 59 most often disassembled shotgun designs (plus over 285 variations); clearly illustrated by some 1,600 photos - all in 592 pages. &break;&break; Shotgun disassembly/reassembly has never been easier! Clean and maintain your shotguns yourself. This book makes it simple, thanks to author Wood's expertise, step-by-step instruction and crisp photography. &break;&break; Detailed photos show field-stripping and detailed disassembly steps in proper order and clearly illustrate and parts involved and the (simple) tools used. &break;&break; Easy-to-understand text describing each step guides everyone - novice or expert - through the disassembly and reassembly of 59 different shotgun models - plus some 285 closely related models. &break;&break;No other book provides this kind of photo-illustrated information.

Download or read book Reloading for Handgunners written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2011-11-21 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Reloading for Handgunners, the reader will learn the benefits of serious handgun ammunition reloading (decreased cost, increased reliability) in an accessible, step-by-step way. In addition, the reader will learn how to avoid the costly, wasteful errors that plague many reloaders, experienced and novice alike. Finally, the reader will enjoy the vast experience and unique style that have made Patrick Sweeney the country's leading guru on tactical and competition shooting and ammunition. Features: Shortcuts, hints and tips (from a certified master gunsmith, film consultant, and certified Armorer Instructor) to reload your own ammunition and avoid costly errors Loading data for the most popular and asked-about calibers Specialty loading info for: Competition: IPSC/IDPA, Bullseye, Steel Challenge, Cowboy Hunting: heavy magnums and big bores

Download or read book The Gunsmith s Manual A Complete Handbook for the American Gunsmith Being a Practical Guide to All Branches of the Trade written by James Parish Stelle and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-02-28 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1883.

Download or read book Gunsmithing Rifles written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 1999-10-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make your rifle shoot better than ever! Gunsmithing: Rifles takes a look at all major rifle types and gives you practical information on how to make repairs, improve performance and modify your rifle to fit your needs. In additional to practical information about keeping every rifle ready to shoot, Gunsmithing: Rifles provides specific projects to improve: Mauser actions AR-15s and their clones The Ruger 10/22 The Remington Model 700 The Winchester model 70 Lever-action Rifles Step-by-step instructions and plenty of photos guide you every step of the way. As a practicing gunsmith for the past 20 years, Sweeney also knows enough to tell you what not to try. If an operation requires an expert, he'll tell you. He'll also tell you what questions to ask to help you make sure the person you hire is qualified. If you're in the market for a used rifle, this book also includes tips on getting the most bang for your buck.

Download or read book Reloading for Handgunners 2nd Edition written by Patrick Sweeney and published by Gun Digest Books. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Driven by an ongoing demand for economical, reliable handgun ammunition, interest in reloading for popular centerfire handgun calibers (9mm, .45 ACP., .38, .357 to name but a few) has grown right along with the interest in handgun shooting for recreation, competition and self-defense. Patrick Sweeney's advice in Reloading for Handgunners has guided countless new and advanced shooters into an understanding of the advantages of manufacturing their own ammo. Now, in this 2nd edition featuring 50 more pages and more than 100 new photos, Sweeney brings his advice into the new decade with updates and coverage of the many advancements in products, components and methods that benefit novices and more experienced reloaders alike. Sweeney's step-by-step instructions cover every aspect of how to reload handgun ammunition safely and economically. That information is complemented by technical data not found in the first edition, plus detailed information such as: - The basics of handgun load development - Loading data for the most popular calibers - Specialty loading info for competitions: IPSC/IDPA, Bullseye, Steel Challenge, Cowboy - Advice on loading for heavy magnums and big-bore handguns - Coverage of new powders - Pressure-test info on common calibers - New info on loading for pistol-caliber carbines - Understanding barrel-twist considerations

Download or read book 1911 written by and published by Gun Digest. This book was released on 2019-07-23 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrate the Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911 in 1911: The First 100 Years, 2nd Edition! Now, in one fascinating, illustrated volume, authority Patrick Sweeney celebrates the greatest fighting handgun ever designed, John M. Browning's legendary 1911 .45. Early predecessors of the 1911 1911 history and development Today's factory 1911 models Competition 1911s and top 1911 gunsmiths Custom 1911s that shoot as good as they look Lavishly illustrated with 1911 photos collected from around the world For the collector, for the shooter, for the historian--for anyone interested in the evolution of this truly American classic, 1911: The First 100 Years, 2nd Edition is a must-have volume, and builds upon the wildly successful and popular first edition, with even more history, models and information on this timeless pistol design.