Description

Wing Shooting: For The Novice And The Expert is a comprehensive guide to the art of shooting birds on the wing. Written by renowned gun writer and wing shooter Charles Askins, the book covers everything from the basics of gun safety and marksmanship to advanced techniques for shooting game birds such as quail, pheasant, and grouse.The book begins with an overview of the history of wing shooting, including the evolution of firearms and the development of shooting techniques. Askins then delves into the fundamentals of gun safety and marksmanship, providing detailed instructions on how to handle a shotgun safely and effectively.From there, the book covers a wide range of topics, including selecting the right gun and ammunition, shooting in different weather conditions, and hunting with a dog. Askins also provides tips and tricks for shooting specific types of game birds, such as how to lead a quail or how to shoot a pheasant flushing from cover.Throughout the book, Askins shares his own experiences and insights as a lifelong wing shooter, making it an engaging and informative read for both novice and experienced hunters alike. With its detailed instructions, expert advice, and beautiful illustrations, Wing Shooting: For The Novice And The Expert is an essential guide for anyone looking to improve their wing shooting skills.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.