Lot 225
The Sporting Rifle: The Shooting of Big and Little Game Together with a Description of the Principal Classes of Sporting Weapons is a landmark 1908 shooting manual written by the legendary American marksman, Olympian, and artist Walter Winans. Published by G.P. Putnam's Sons, this comprehensive book serves as a historical blueprint for early 20th-century marksmanship, firearm technology, and hunting ethics. Walter W. Winans (18521920) was a fascinating, multi-talented figure. Olympic Champion: He competed for the United States, winning a gold medal in shooting at the 1908 London Olympics (Running Deer competition) and a silver in 1912. Renaissance Man: Alongside his shooting titles, he won an Olympic gold medal for sculpture in 1912 and was a renowned horse breeder and painter. Forward-Thinking Expert: His written works were highly advanced for his time, pioneering concepts like the two-handed handgun grip and advocating target control before speed. Weapon Analysis: Detailed breakdowns of the "principal classes" of sporting firearms available at the turn of the century, including mechanical evaluations of different rifles. Hunting Mechanics: Practical guides on marksmanship, proper gun handling, and ballistics. Big and Little Game: Tailored strategies for tracking and ethically harvesting various species, ranging from large game like deer, bear, and elk to smaller game like rabbits. Rich Illustrations: The original edition is heavily adorned with diagrams, instructional sketches by Winans himself, and unique period photographsincluding a famous shot of Winans hunting a wild boar. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
- Dimensions: 8.5" x 11.25"
- Condition: Very Good Condition with no missing or torn pages.
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