{"product_id":"the-essential-m1-garand-a-practical-and-historical-guide-for-shooters-and-collectors-paperback","title":"The Essential M1 Garand: A Practical and Historical Guide for Shooters and Collectors - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJim Thompson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first self-loading rifle to see widespread military use, the robust M1 Garand survived the tests of battle from World War II to Vietnam, and it remains a favorite among competition shooters and collectors to this day. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this heavily illustrated, practical history, author Jim Thompson, a longtime M1 shooter and collector, tells the complete story of the rifle's development, look, feel, and function. A thoroughly researched overview of the M1 Garand goes beyond industrial histories and provides background on manufacturers and stateside sources as well as discussing ammunition and accuracy. Detailed photo sections present: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eEarly and World War II rifles\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWorld War II and postwar rebuilds (including rare postwar rifles from the US and Italy)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecial purpose rifles and rarities, including sniper, match, and competition rifles plus the T26\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpinoffs and derivatives, including the M14, M1A, and BM.59\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, reprinted and heavily annotated military and National Match manuals, an updated troubleshooting chart, and a section on reloading provide valuable functional data and rules of thumb with the shooter in mind. Collectors will benefit from an extensive parts compendium. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe final part of the book, dedicated to the enjoyment and maintenance of the M1, addresses some common questions about the rifle and offers detailed instruction on some expert procedures for maintaining and smoothing this wartime classic.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Thompson\u003c\/b\u003e is an internationally published firearms writer, photographer, and consultant with more than five decades of experience as a serious shooter and experimenter. He purchased his first M1 in 1963. His dedication to precise historical research combined with his practical, empirical insight has yielded significant contributions to the fields of military history and weapons development. He resides in La Crosse, Wisconsin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 232\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 10.9 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 25, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51771807072544,"sku":"9781510740129","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/6d018773164e075258194a489dd0b431.webp?v=1780394050","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-essential-m1-garand-a-practical-and-historical-guide-for-shooters-and-collectors-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}