DANGEROUS-GAME RIFLES: SECOND EDITION. By Terry Wieland.

(2006) 2009 2nd edition. 8vo (160 x 235mm). Pp440. Colour and b/w photographs, bibliography. Brown boards, spine titled in silver-gilt.

"We live in an age of specialization, but this is the first time we have seen a book devoted to just dangerous-game rifles and calibers. At first, we were skeptical, especially since even within this category the author confines his subject rather narrowly. However, as soon as we started reading the book we knew that it was not only fascinating but also has real information and great practical value. In the realm of the cartridges-as-big-as-Havana-cigars, the author covers them all, examining calibers of .375 HandH and larger and their use in doubles, single-shots, and bolt actions. He discusses modern double and bolt-action rifle makers, solid and softnose bullets, modern large-bore cartridge manufacturers, loads and handloading, accuracy, sights, recoil, weight, balance, and how to practice. A section is devoted to the Mauser action and its derivatives, delving into the strengths and weaknesses of a system that has been with us for more than 100 years. The major modern non-Mauser bolt actions are covered too. As for double rifle makers, he delves into only a few, but they are the mainstays of the industry today: Holland and Holland, Jeffery, Rigby, Westley Richards, and William Evans. In all, it's a good book filled with useful, practical information; a great volume to buy before you start shopping for your next big bore. Foreword by Robin Hurt."