Smokeless Powder And Its Influence On Gun Construction (1890) - James Atkinson Longridge - Bog

Smokeless Powder And Its Influence On Gun Construction is a book written by James Atkinson Longridge in 1890. The book explores the history of gunpowder and its development into smokeless powder, which revolutionized gun construction. Longridge delves into the chemical properties of smokeless powder and how it differs from traditional gunpowder. He also discusses the impact of smokeless powder on firearms, including the ability to create higher velocity and more accurate shots. The book includes detailed descriptions of various types of guns and how they were adapted to use smokeless powder. Additionally, Longridge provides insight into the manufacturing process of smokeless powder and the safety precautions necessary when handling it. Overall, Smokeless Powder And Its Influence On Gun Construction is a comprehensive guide to the history and impact of smokeless powder on the world of firearms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.