Early Military Rifles

The design, development and use of early rifles in war are subjects of great interest to weapons collectors and enthusiasts alike plus shooters who enjoy firing black powder, muzzle-loading weapons. In one deft stroke, the author of this handsomely-illustrated and wellwritten work satisfies three groups of readership. Covering a period of 110 years the author takes the reader on a tour of historical weapon development from muzzle-loading flintlock to the early breechloading types with percussion cap primers and what a tour it is. Everything any enthusiast could wish for is included, from the familiar types such as Baker and Brown Bess to the so-called ‘Kentucky’ types and Fergusson through to the Brunswick. The part which covers Prussian weapons such as the M1810 and M1835 is fascinating. Well written and packed full of detailed information, including diagrams, this is a must for weapons enthusiasts.

Author:

Balázs Németh

Publisher:

Osprey Publishing, Oxford

ISBN:

9781472842312

Price:

£13.99