THE SPORTING RIFLE: A USER'S HANDBOOK. By Robin Marshall-Ball. 4th Edition.

# (1986) 2003 4th edition reprint. 8vo (175 x 240mm). Pp223. B/w photographs, illustrations, maps. Brown boards, spine titled in gilt.

# A comprehensive survey of sporting rifles and rifle sport available today in Britain and Europe. "Robin Marshall-Ball's introductory chapter places the sporting rifle in its historical context, describing its evolution from a scaled-down cannon to the modern precision weapon. He then discusses the range of calibres, bullets and sights available and their suitability for different game and different circumstances. He provides a detailed analysis of rifle sport today: .22 rimfire and .22 centrefire sport and deer stalking in Britain, together with the wider variety of game in Europe. For the novice, he gives valuable advice on acquiring a licence, buying and owning a rifle, how and where to shoot."