The Winchester Model 52: Perfection in Design
The Winchester Model 52: Perfection in Design
The comprehensive history of "The King of .22 Caliber Rifles"
Uncover the mysteries surrounding the world's finest bolt-action rifle
Despite the acclaim the "king of the .22 Caliber rifles" has received, the history of its developments and distinct modifications has remained a mystery - until now. In The Winchester Model 52: Perfection in Design, Herbert G. Houze presents you with a thorough historical look at the model from its inception to the end of its production in the early 1980s. Along the way he dispels the myths and flawed information surrounding the legendary classic.
This exhaustively researched book, which includes more than 200 photos, features never-before seen:
The comprehensive history of "The King of .22 Caliber Rifles"
Uncover the mysteries surrounding the world's finest bolt-action rifle
Despite the acclaim the "king of the .22 Caliber rifles" has received, the history of its developments and distinct modifications has remained a mystery - until now. In The Winchester Model 52: Perfection in Design, Herbert G. Houze presents you with a thorough historical look at the model from its inception to the end of its production in the early 1980s. Along the way he dispels the myths and flawed information surrounding the legendary classic.
This exhaustively researched book, which includes more than 200 photos, features never-before seen:
- Serial number records, sales figures and change-in-production notices
- Design drawings
- Factory correspondence
If you own a Model 52, or are a lover of fine craftsmanship, you will appreciate this comprehensive look at the most perfect rifle.
Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Preface
- Introduction
- Chapter One: The Birth of the Model 52
- Chapter Two: The Model 52's Debut at Caldwell
- Chapter Three: The Initial Production of the Model 52
- Chapter Four: The 'Speed Lock' Model 52 Rifles
- Chapter Five: The Model 52 Type A Series of 'Speed Lpck' Rifles
- Chapter Six: The Model 52 Type B Rifle
- Chapter Seven: The Model 52 Type C
- Chapter Eight: The Model 52 Type D and E
- Appendix 1: George Hertel's Model 52 Serial Number Assignment Log 1920 to 1942
- Appendix 2: Model 52 Serial Number Assignment Log 1942 to 1949
- Appendix 3: Annual Orders for or Sales of Model 52 Rifles from 1920 to 1948
- Appendix 4: Sales of Model 52 Rifles from 1953 to 1980
- Appendix 5: Annotated Summary of Model 52 Order Designation or Symbol Numbers
- Appendix 6: Model 52 Brochures
- Appendix 7: Model 52 Rifles in the Winchester Company's Firearms Reference Collection
- Bibliography
- Index
21,5 cm x 28 cm, Soft-Cover, 190 sites, many B/W pictures, text in english, by Herbert G. Houze.
| Author: | Herbert G. Houze |
| Language: | English |
