The AR-15/M16: A Practical Guide
by Duncan Long
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Author: Duncan LongEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1985-02-01
ISBN: 0873643216
Number of pages: 168
Publisher: Paladin Press
Book Reviews of The AR-15/M16: A Practical Guide
Book Review: Good book - would help a new person to this rifle.
Summary: 4 Stars
There are several ways that this book can be used. You can read the entire book sequentially or you can use this book as a good source book. I believe that this book is written well that it could be used either way. The reason that I mention that the book could be used for a new user is that - barrel twist rates and grain ammo is clearly to very well. Sure there are other sources for some of this information but this book should be a good source of basic knowledge for any owner of the Armorlite Rifle. I know that many people feel that this rifle is not a true rifle and have labeled this weapon and material as an Assault Rifle. This is very unfair. The first assault rifle from the Allied side of WWII was the M1 Carbine.
The subject matter is explained well and uses good basic English. There are some complex topics covered by the book but the material is very understandable. The illustrations are not technical but basic drawings that are similar to the front of the book. It is the content that is most important. I believe that this book could help a new owner understand what they have purchased or help refine a future purchase. The content can also help a collector on some of the earlier Colt models that were produced.
Summary of The AR-15/M16: A Practical Guide
Here is the definitive book on the rifle that has been the inspiration for so many modern assault rifle designs. Invaluable to the M16 owner, it includes info on grenade launchers, assembly/disassembly, conversion kits and modifications, troubleshooting, ballistics and ammunition, combat use, testing, cleaning and lubrication. Also includes detailed step-by-step instructions and materials lists for the do-it-yourselfer.Conventional Books
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