This work provides a guide to loading blackpowder firearms. This edition contains data for 158 blackpowder firearms, basic instructional information, items on equipment and accessories, evaluation tests and a section on materials.

This six-part series starts with field stripping basics, thoroughly explains all takedown components, and finishes with reassemble instructions for hundreds of popular firearms. Clear photos and easy to understand text, guides you every step along the way. Author J.B. Wood has revised and expanded the first five parts of the series so each includes hundred of variants. More than 3,500 pages of hands-on information you need to increase accuracy and speed.

The "bible" of the firearms industry for accurate value information and descriptions of rifles, pistols, and shotguns. The industry standard for over 25 years!