African Rifles and Cartridges

Author: John Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781614276630
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 498

Book Description
2014 Reprint of 1948 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. John Howard 'Pondoro' Taylor (1904 - 1969) was a big-game hunter of Irish descent. In Africa he experimented extensively using different types of rifles and calibers, which made him an expert in big game rifles. He is credited with developing the 'Taylor KO Factor' and wrote several now classic books. As a professional ivory hunter with some thirty years of continuous living in the African bush, John Taylor used and tested all the various calibers of British, American and German rifles, and with them killed many species of big game found on the continent of Africa. Taylor's discussion on the practical application of ballistics includes doubles, magazines, and single-shots; the practical value of steel-jacketed bullets versus those covered with cupronickel; the faults of copper-tubed bullets; the actual effects of softpoint bullets with varying degrees of lead exposure; the necessity of modern bullets that will really stand up to the requirements when fired into heavy animals; and many other valuable tips and explanations about cartridges and rifles. Remains a classic work.

African Rifles and Cartridges

Author: John Taylor
Publisher: Safari Press
ISBN: 9781571570093
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 431

Book Description
The classic reference work on large-calibre rifles, both bolt action and double-barrelled guns, the cartridges they shoot, and their effect on the game.

Safari Rifles II

Author: Craig Boddington
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781571573292
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Gone are the days of simple-solid and softpoint-bullets for a mere dozen-and-a-half African calibers. The sheer number of products on the market today staggers the mind and bewilders even experienced hunters. Boddington presents his information in clearly explained, bite-size pieces that we can digest, and in the process he gives us a solid understanding of what works and what doesn't. Many writers proclaim their knowledge of African hunting, but few have the true in-depth experience that comes from thousands of days afield. Boddington's Safari Rifles II is a rare gem of a book, offering solid information based on vast experience and insight gathered over the last thirty years of hunting on the Dark Continent.

Safari Rifles

Author: Craig Boddington
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780940143494
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A modern day classic that covers the entire subject of what guns to take on todays safari. Covers types of actions, caliber's, premium bullets, and sighting equipment.

African Rifles & Cartridges

Author: John Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ammunition
Languages : en
Pages : 512

Book Description
The experiences and opinions of a professional ivory hunter with some thirty years of continuous living in the African Bush--who has used all of the various calibers and most of the suitable cartridges, and with them killed the many species of big game found on the continent of Africa.

Big Game and Big Game Rifles

Author: J. Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780940143876
Category : Big game hunting
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The most authoritative book on the subject. John Taylor was the last professional ivory hunter in East Africa, a legend in his own time. He probably knew more about ammunition and rifles for African game than any other hunter, and he cites his own experiences in the wilds to defend his arguments about which rifle is the best to use on big game. He covers rifles and calibers for elephant, rhino, hippo, buffalo, and lion. Also covered: safeties; single vs. double trigger; double rifles; ballistics tables; sights; the .375 H&H; the "all-round" rifle; small-, medium-, and large-bore rifles; and much more. He tells great stories and gives the best advice available. By popular demand, this sought-after classic is now reprinted by Safari Press.

Big Bore Rifles & Cartridges

Author:
Publisher: Wolfe Publishing (SC)
ISBN: 9781879356009
Category : Cartridges
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description

Dangerous-Game Rifles

Author: Terry Wieland
Publisher: Dangerous-Game Rifles
ISBN: 9780892728077
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The popularity of rifles designed to take big game has never been greater. Terry Wieland, a widely recognized firearms expert, explores in detail the rifles and calibers that are drawing attention. This second edition covers what has changed in the field since the first edition was published-new calibers, new cartridges, new guns, new actions-and includes new material on action and barrel manufacture, tracing the production of a fine, custom-made, big-bore rifle.

American Hunting Rifles

Author: Craig Boddington
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781571572233
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This book covers all the hunting rifles and calibers needed for North America's diverse game. Concisely written, it covers a wide variety of game, and is an excellent guide for all hunters.

The Wanderings of an Elephant Hunter

Author: W.D.M. Bell
Publisher: Ravenio Books
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 206

Book Description
In The Wanderings of an Elephant Hunter, legendary hunter W.D.M. Bell takes readers on a thrilling journey through the African wilderness. With vivid descriptions and captivating anecdotes, Bell shares his encounters with majestic elephants, dangerous predators, and the challenges of survival in the untamed landscape. This compelling narrative offers a glimpse into a bygone era of exploration and the complex relationship between humans and the natural world.