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Firearm Blueing and Browning

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Firearm Blueing and Browning by R.H. Angier is a comprehensive guide focused on the techniques used for the blueing and browning processes of firearms. The book explores various methods to enhance and preserve the metal finish of guns, providing practical insights and instructions for enthusiasts and professionals in the field of firearm restoration and maintenance.
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Format: Hardback
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If you're fascinated by the craft of firearm finishing, this book offers valuable insights into the art and science behind blueing and browning. Enthusiasts of gunsmithing and historical firearm restoration will appreciate the detailed techniques and formulations shared by the expert author.

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Timeless information in an easy-to-use format with a new foreword added. Popular and little-known methods explained. Includes useful weights and measures charts.

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Firearm Blueing and Browning offers timeless information in an easy-to-use format, with a new foreword added. This guide explains both popular and little-known methods, and includes useful weights and measures charts.

This practical and precise guide covers the chemical and heat colouring of all barrel steels and gun metals, from the earliest soft carbon methods to the latest rustless techniquesโ€”encompassing some 230 formulae in all. Additionally, it includes methods for removing rust, barrel finishes, and nickel plating by chemical means.

This classic, comprehensive reference will be of interest to professional and amateur gunsmiths, restorers, collectors, and shooters alike.

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Firearm Blueing and Browning by R.H. Angier is praised for its comprehensive guide to traditional firearm finishing techniques. Reviewers appreciate the detailed and approachable explanations of blueing and browning processes, making it invaluable for both enthusiasts and professionals in the field. The book's focus on historical methods has been highlighted as especially beneficial for those interested in preserving or restoring older firearms.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780811703260

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 February 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: Stackpole Books

Edition: Revised and updated ed

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Ned Schwing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 152

About the Author

R. H. Angier was a recognized master arms technician. He lived in England.

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