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Auction #121 begins on 27 Feb 2025

Taylor (John) (Pondoro)

AFRICAN RIFLES & CARTRIDGES

The experiences and opinions of a professional ivory hunter with some thirty years of continuous living in the African Bush - who has used all of the various calibers and most of the suitable cartridges, and with them killed the many species of big game found on the continent of Africa

Published: Thomas G. Samworth, Georgetown, South Carolina, 1948

Edition: First Edition

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First Edition: 431 and 9 pages of publisher's catalogue, numerous plates, line drawings and tables in the text, original grey cloth with red title labels gilt on the upper cover and spine, a very good copy in frayed dust jacket.

Czech (Kenneth) Bibliography of African Big Game Hunting Books 1785 -1999, page 279, 'Though a relatively recent African title, this has already become a sought after classic in the field, and has been reprinted several times. Taylor explores all facets of African rifle shooting, from cartridge selection and actions to ballistics and marksmanship. Calling on his own wealth of experience, he evaluates different loads and how they work on various types of African game. There is even a chapter on choosing a revolver and an auxiliary weapon. In his opinion, the .375 magnum was the best choice as an all-round cartridge. This title is still considered the bible on the subject.'

  • Overall Condition: Very good
  • Size: 8vo (240 x 165 mm)
  • Sold By: Clarke's Africana & Rare Books
  • Contact Person: Paul Mills
  • Country: South Africa
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