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A historical look at the .45-70 cartridge and the firearms in which it was used Features guns used in the late 1800s and throughout the Civil War From 1873 to 1898, the .45-70 was the official United States Army small arms cartridge. Gun makers developed new designs at a record pace to showcase the versatility of the cartridge for both military and sporting purposes. From the U.S. Springfield and Winchester to the Marlin and Ballard, firearms enthusiasts will discover a wealth of information pertaining to classic rifles and the cartridge that made them famous. The history of the .45-70 cartridge and the associations that surround it are sure to delight collectors and historians alike.Product Identifiers
PublisherStackpole Books
ISBN-100811704467
ISBN-139780811704465
eBay Product ID (ePID)70974467
Product Key Features
LanguageEnglish
TopicHunting, Shooting, Military / Weapons, Firearms & Weapons, Antiques & Collectibles, Sports & Recreation, History
AuthorJack Behn
IllustratorYes
Dimensions
Item Height0.7in
Item Length9.1in
Item Weight0.8 Oz
Item Width4.6in
Additional Product Features
Publication Year2008
SeriesStackpole Classic Gun Bks.
FormatHardcover
As Told toWilson, Patty A.
Book Title. 45-70ft. Rifles
Target AudienceTrade