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

Thompson, Jim

ISBN 10: 1510740120 / ISBN 13: 9781510740129

Published by Skyhorse Publishing, 2020

Very Good condition. Shows only minor signs of wear, and very minimal markings inside (if any). 1.59. Seller Inventory # 353-1510740120-vrg

Synopsis:

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...

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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.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Essential M1 Garand: A Practical and ...
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
Publication Date: 2020
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good