The Essential M1 Garand: A Practical and Historical Guide for Shooters and Collectors by Thompson, Jim

The Essential M1 Garand: A Practical and Historical Guide for Shooters and Collectors

The first self-loading rifle to see widespread military use, the robust M1 Garand survived the tests of...
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SKU: 9781510740129
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Author: Jim Thompson
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Language: English
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The Essential M1 Garand: A Practical and Historical Guide for Shooters and Collectors by Thompson, Jim

The Essential M1 Garand: A Practical and Historical Guide for Shooters and Collectors

€32,72

The Essential M1 Garand: A Practical and Historical Guide for Shooters and Collectors

€32,72
Author: Jim Thompson
Format: Paperback
Language: English
The first self-loading rifle to see widespread military use, the robust M1 Garand survived the tests of battle from World War II to Vietnam, and it remains a favorite among competition shooters and collectors to this day.

In this heavily illustrated, practical history, author Jim Thompson, a longtime M1 shooter and collector, tells the complete story of the rifle's development, look, feel, and function. A thoroughly researched overview of the M1 Garand goes beyond industrial histories and provides background on manufacturers and stateside sources as well as discussing ammunition and accuracy. Detailed photo sections present:

  • Early and World War II rifles
  • World War II and postwar rebuilds (including rare postwar rifles from the US and Italy)
  • Special purpose rifles and rarities, including sniper, match, and competition rifles plus the T26
  • Spinoffs and derivatives, including the M14, M1A, and BM.59

  • In addition, reprinted and heavily annotated military and National Match manuals, an updated troubleshooting chart, and a section on reloading provide valuable functional data and rules of thumb with the shooter in mind. Collectors will benefit from an extensive parts compendium.

    The final part of the book, dedicated to the enjoyment and maintenance of the M1, addresses some common questions about the rifle and offers detailed instruction on some expert procedures for maintaining and smoothing this wartime classic.

    Author: Jim Thompson
    Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
    Published: 02/25/2020
    Pages: 232
    Binding Type: Paperback
    Weight: 1.80lbs
    Size: 10.90h x 8.50w x 0.50d
    ISBN: 9781510740129

    About the Author
    Jim Thompson is an internationally published firearms writer, photographer, and consultant with more than five decades of experience as a serious shooter and experimenter. He purchased his first M1 in 1963. His dedication to precise historical research combined with his practical, empirical insight has yielded significant contributions to the fields of military history and weapons development. He resides in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

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