The Hunting Rifle

The Hunting Rifle: Design, Selection, Ballistics, Marksmanship is a comprehensive guidebook for hunters and gun enthusiasts written by Townsend Whelen. The book covers all aspects of hunting rifles, including their design, selection, ballistics, and marksmanship. The author begins by discussing the different types of hunting rifles, including bolt-action, lever-action, and semi-automatic rifles. He also delves into the various calibers and cartridges available and provides guidance on selecting the right rifle for specific hunting situations.The book then moves on to cover ballistics, including the physics of bullet flight, trajectory, and terminal ballistics. The author also provides information on how to properly sight in a rifle and how to adjust for wind and other factors that can affect accuracy.In the section on marksmanship, Whelen covers the fundamentals of shooting, including proper stance, grip, and trigger control. He also provides tips on how to shoot from different positions and in various hunting scenarios.Throughout the book, the author includes detailed illustrations and photographs to help readers understand the concepts being discussed. The Hunting Rifle: Design, Selection, Ballistics, Marksmanship is a must-read for anyone interested in hunting or firearms, and it is a valuable resource for both novice and experienced hunters alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.