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Elementary Gunsmithing: A Manual of Instruction for Amateurs in the Alteration and Repair of Firearms

Elementary Gunsmithing: A Manual of Instruction for Amateurs in the Alteration and Repair of Firearms

byPerry Frazer
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William H. Garrett Jr.
5.0 out of 5 starsDated but useful material.
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2013
As a fledgling, self-proclaimed gunsmith I enjoyed this book. One particular reason is reading it I felt like it was a mixture of gunsmith history & basic technique. Akin to having your grandfather teaching his trade how they did it "back in the old days". Is this book for everyone? No, but if you enjoy this kind of old school reading that gives you very basic information written in the late 1930's-40's then you'll enjoy Elementary Gunsmithing.
Don't purchase this book with expectations of multiple large, detailed drawings/pictures. You will be disappointed if you do.
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TM, PA
3.0 out of 5 starsNice history lesson
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2017
I'm sure in its day it was a great resource. I had hoped for some practical information applicable to the present. Unfortunately that wasn't there. The writing style is also turn of the century. If you're into the history of gunsmithing, this might be a good source of information.
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William H. Garrett Jr.
5.0 out of 5 stars Dated but useful material.
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2013
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As a fledgling, self-proclaimed gunsmith I enjoyed this book. One particular reason is reading it I felt like it was a mixture of gunsmith history & basic technique. Akin to having your grandfather teaching his trade how they did it "back in the old days". Is this book for everyone? No, but if you enjoy this kind of old school reading that gives you very basic information written in the late 1930's-40's then you'll enjoy Elementary Gunsmithing.
Don't purchase this book with expectations of multiple large, detailed drawings/pictures. You will be disappointed if you do.
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Carl Franklin, JD/PhD
4.0 out of 5 stars A very good book for the type and length
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2017
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A very good book for the type and length. I'm only giving it 4 stars because I think it could have just a bit more information on some of the weapons older than the 20th century. But overall it is a good choice for someone just getting started with gunsmithing and who wants to learn more about th emodern firearm.
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TM, PA
3.0 out of 5 stars Nice history lesson
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2017
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I'm sure in its day it was a great resource. I had hoped for some practical information applicable to the present. Unfortunately that wasn't there. The writing style is also turn of the century. If you're into the history of gunsmithing, this might be a good source of information.
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Willy
5.0 out of 5 stars Piece of history.
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2020
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I like these older books. The information from yesterday helps understanding today.
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jared stanfield
1.0 out of 5 stars old time
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2020
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very out dated, don't wast your money.
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Joel Tapp
5.0 out of 5 stars History of gunsmithing
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2018
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Lots of depth and a very complete historical account of early gunsmithing business.
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GColeman
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Referents
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2017
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Great book has lots of information form the traditional craftsmen
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bones
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2015
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Great book especially if you would like to learn more about guns and their operations;
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tony
5.0 out of 5 stars delivery on time
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2020
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quality and delivery on time very good
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Pete H. Bumgarner
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2016
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