Author: Ben O. Williams
Publisher: Outlook Publishing
ISBN: 9781572231900
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In an elegant and beautifully photographed celebration of upland bird hunting now and as it once existed, celebrated outdoor writer, dog trainer, and naturalist Ben Williams emphasizes contemporary conditions and techniques for what many consider "The Second Golden Age" of bird hunting in American Wingshooting. Little escapes the author's sharp eye for detail with pen or camera as he discusses eighteen species of American game birds, their habits and habitat, the dogs that hunt them, and the guns best suited for each species.
American Wingshooting
Author: Ben O. Williams
Publisher: Outlook Publishing
ISBN: 9781572231900
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In an elegant and beautifully photographed celebration of upland bird hunting now and as it once existed, celebrated outdoor writer, dog trainer, and naturalist Ben Williams emphasizes contemporary conditions and techniques for what many consider "The Second Golden Age" of bird hunting in American Wingshooting. Little escapes the author's sharp eye for detail with pen or camera as he discusses eighteen species of American game birds, their habits and habitat, the dogs that hunt them, and the guns best suited for each species.
Publisher: Outlook Publishing
ISBN: 9781572231900
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In an elegant and beautifully photographed celebration of upland bird hunting now and as it once existed, celebrated outdoor writer, dog trainer, and naturalist Ben Williams emphasizes contemporary conditions and techniques for what many consider "The Second Golden Age" of bird hunting in American Wingshooting. Little escapes the author's sharp eye for detail with pen or camera as he discusses eighteen species of American game birds, their habits and habitat, the dogs that hunt them, and the guns best suited for each species.
Bird Dog Days, Wingshooting Ways
Author: Archibald Rutledge
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN: 1611176557
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
An expanded edition of Rutledge's stories on game-bird hunting and devoted canine companions Archibald Rutledge has long been recognized as one of the finest sporting scribes this country has ever produced. A prolific writer who specialized in stories on nature and hunting, over the course of a long and prolific career Rutledge produced more than fifty books of poetry and prose, held the position of South Carolina's poet laureate for thirty-three years, and garnered numerous honorary degrees and prizes for his writings. In this revised and expanded edition of Bird Dog Days, Wingshooting Ways, noted outdoor writer Jim Casada draws together Rutledge's stories on the southern heartland, deer hunting, turkey hunting, and Carolina Christmas hunts and traditions. This collection, first published in 1998, turns to Rutledge's writings on two subjects near and dear to his heart that he understood with an intimacy growing out of a lifetime of experience—upland bird hunting and hunting dogs. Its contents range from delightful tales of quail and grouse hunts to pieces on special dogs and some of their traits. Bird Dog Days, Wingshooting Ways also includes a long fictional piece, "The Odyssey of Bolio," which shows that Rutledge's literary mastery extended beyond simple tales for outdoorsmen.
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN: 1611176557
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
An expanded edition of Rutledge's stories on game-bird hunting and devoted canine companions Archibald Rutledge has long been recognized as one of the finest sporting scribes this country has ever produced. A prolific writer who specialized in stories on nature and hunting, over the course of a long and prolific career Rutledge produced more than fifty books of poetry and prose, held the position of South Carolina's poet laureate for thirty-three years, and garnered numerous honorary degrees and prizes for his writings. In this revised and expanded edition of Bird Dog Days, Wingshooting Ways, noted outdoor writer Jim Casada draws together Rutledge's stories on the southern heartland, deer hunting, turkey hunting, and Carolina Christmas hunts and traditions. This collection, first published in 1998, turns to Rutledge's writings on two subjects near and dear to his heart that he understood with an intimacy growing out of a lifetime of experience—upland bird hunting and hunting dogs. Its contents range from delightful tales of quail and grouse hunts to pieces on special dogs and some of their traits. Bird Dog Days, Wingshooting Ways also includes a long fictional piece, "The Odyssey of Bolio," which shows that Rutledge's literary mastery extended beyond simple tales for outdoorsmen.
Orvis Wingshooting Handbook
Author: Bruce Bowlen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1461748771
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
The Orvis Wingshooting Handbook is a concise and clearly written guide to the fundamentals and intricacies of wing shooting. Chapters include an analysis of field shooting versus skeet and trap; a discussion of basic techniques; how to choose the right gun; how to aim properly; safety and etiquette; tools you'll need; and more. Black-and-white illustrations throughout help the reader gain a more thorough understanding of Bowlen's tips and techniques.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1461748771
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
The Orvis Wingshooting Handbook is a concise and clearly written guide to the fundamentals and intricacies of wing shooting. Chapters include an analysis of field shooting versus skeet and trap; a discussion of basic techniques; how to choose the right gun; how to aim properly; safety and etiquette; tools you'll need; and more. Black-and-white illustrations throughout help the reader gain a more thorough understanding of Bowlen's tips and techniques.
Shotguns for Wingshooting
Author: John Barsness
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780873416719
Category : Fowling
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
If you have ever admired a shotgun or enjoyed a day in the field hunting birds, this book is for you. Nationally known gunwriter John Barsness provides an in-depth look at every style of shotgun and the correct combination of ammunition for various hunting situations. From the ubiquitous pump gun to the classic double-barrel, learn the pros and cons of America's most popular sporting arms. If you love shotguns, this book is for you.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780873416719
Category : Fowling
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
If you have ever admired a shotgun or enjoyed a day in the field hunting birds, this book is for you. Nationally known gunwriter John Barsness provides an in-depth look at every style of shotgun and the correct combination of ammunition for various hunting situations. From the ubiquitous pump gun to the classic double-barrel, learn the pros and cons of America's most popular sporting arms. If you love shotguns, this book is for you.
What the Dogs Taught Me
Author: Scott Linden
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1620876469
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
“My dogs and I get along best when I hit the birds they produce for me. Putting the odds in my favor is the least I can do. Now, so can you.” If you hunt for pheasants, grouse, quail, and other upland birds, forming a partnership with your dog can be a daunting challenge. Wingshooting USA’s Scott Linden is here to help. What the Dogs Taught Me fills in the blanks for the wingshooter and dog owner with solid advice that will improve dog and hunter’s levels of communication, respect, and hunting efficiency. With lessons on dogs’ desires, skills, and abilities to learn, care and feeding, health and safety, preparation, and shooting, What the Dogs Taught Me is the ultimate guide to maximizing happiness and minimizing frustration whether out on the hunt or relaxing in the backyard. Even better, Linden’s lovable, often hilarious tone makes taking advice on training, strategizing, and partnership enjoyable to human and canine alike. Don’t be a student at the school of hard knocks—What the Dogs Taught Me advances an upland hunter’s skills quickly, creatively, and without any of the angst of more difficult methods.
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1620876469
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
“My dogs and I get along best when I hit the birds they produce for me. Putting the odds in my favor is the least I can do. Now, so can you.” If you hunt for pheasants, grouse, quail, and other upland birds, forming a partnership with your dog can be a daunting challenge. Wingshooting USA’s Scott Linden is here to help. What the Dogs Taught Me fills in the blanks for the wingshooter and dog owner with solid advice that will improve dog and hunter’s levels of communication, respect, and hunting efficiency. With lessons on dogs’ desires, skills, and abilities to learn, care and feeding, health and safety, preparation, and shooting, What the Dogs Taught Me is the ultimate guide to maximizing happiness and minimizing frustration whether out on the hunt or relaxing in the backyard. Even better, Linden’s lovable, often hilarious tone makes taking advice on training, strategizing, and partnership enjoyable to human and canine alike. Don’t be a student at the school of hard knocks—What the Dogs Taught Me advances an upland hunter’s skills quickly, creatively, and without any of the angst of more difficult methods.
The American shotgun
Author: Charles Askins
Publisher: Рипол Классик
ISBN: 5882959888
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Copiously illustrated with halftones from photographs and diagrammatic drawings by the author
Publisher: Рипол Классик
ISBN: 5882959888
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Copiously illustrated with halftones from photographs and diagrammatic drawings by the author
The Complete English Wing Shot
Author: George Teasdale Teasdale-Buckell
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
The book deals with hunting sports, which was always popular in England.The author teaches us on how to become good shots, about dog breeds ,game and game-birds. This is an extensive read on how to be successful huntsman.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
The book deals with hunting sports, which was always popular in England.The author teaches us on how to become good shots, about dog breeds ,game and game-birds. This is an extensive read on how to be successful huntsman.
Wingshooting
Author: Peter F. Blakeley
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811748952
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Distillation of tips and techniques and carefully compiled knowledge of the unit lead system.
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811748952
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Distillation of tips and techniques and carefully compiled knowledge of the unit lead system.
The Art of Wing Shooting
Author: William Bruce Leffingwell
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Shooting
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Shooting
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Great Hunting Rifles
Author: Terry Wieland
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1510731717
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 644
Book Description
In Great Hunting Rifles, firearms expert Terry Wieland leads the reader on a journey through the history of some of the most exquisite rifles made in the twentieth century. The rifles featured in the book, all personally owned by the author and described in loving detail, were chosen for their particular importance. Each rifle either represents a particular era of gun making, is historically important, or is simply a paragon of gun making skill. In his treatment of these special rifles, Wieland provides a close look at some individual guns that are superb in a unique way, and which illustrate high points of the twentieth century. Each chapter is dedicated to one particular rifle, and is accompanied by photographs of the author's own examples, including: James Woodward hammer double .450 Express 3 1/4" Holland & Holland hammer .500 Express 3 1/4" Haenel-Mannlicher bolt action .450 Ackley custom rifle Mannlicher-Schoenauer Model 1908 Savage Model 1899 Al Biesen custom .270 Winchester .505 Gibbs custom built on a Granite Mountain Mauser 98 And many more! Great Hunting Rifles is perfect for anyone who wants to know more about the history of those few, special rifles that have made their mark on time.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1510731717
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 644
Book Description
In Great Hunting Rifles, firearms expert Terry Wieland leads the reader on a journey through the history of some of the most exquisite rifles made in the twentieth century. The rifles featured in the book, all personally owned by the author and described in loving detail, were chosen for their particular importance. Each rifle either represents a particular era of gun making, is historically important, or is simply a paragon of gun making skill. In his treatment of these special rifles, Wieland provides a close look at some individual guns that are superb in a unique way, and which illustrate high points of the twentieth century. Each chapter is dedicated to one particular rifle, and is accompanied by photographs of the author's own examples, including: James Woodward hammer double .450 Express 3 1/4" Holland & Holland hammer .500 Express 3 1/4" Haenel-Mannlicher bolt action .450 Ackley custom rifle Mannlicher-Schoenauer Model 1908 Savage Model 1899 Al Biesen custom .270 Winchester .505 Gibbs custom built on a Granite Mountain Mauser 98 And many more! Great Hunting Rifles is perfect for anyone who wants to know more about the history of those few, special rifles that have made their mark on time.