Description
Heritage Concepts, 1993. Softcover, iii + 39 pp; 22 cm. Second Edition. Black and white photographs and technical illustrations throughout, including x-ray images of cartridges; glossary; bibliography.
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Condition & notes
In good condition. Blue paper covers with copper lettering and bullet on front. Light shelf wear to covers; binding tight (staple bound); Interior pages have small rust stains from the staples visible along the center gutter, with associated light brown discoloration bleeding outward onto adjacent pages; otherwise pages are lightly toned but unmarked with some occasional spotting and soiling. A detailed technical reference covering the cartridges used in the Allin conversion Springfield rifles and carbines from 1865 to 1898, including rim fire and center fire types, Frankford Arsenal production, civilian contract cartridges, and detailed specifications. Contents: Introduction; Cases and Priming; .58 Caliber Rim Fire Cartridges; .50 Caliber Center Fire Cartridges; Frankford Arsenal .45 Caliber Center Fire Cartridges; Specialized Cartridges; Civilian Manufacturers: Contract Cartridges; Frankford Arsenal Cartridge Models/Patterns; Manufacturers Information; Cartridge Specifications; Glossary; Bibliography