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The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 01, 2010 10:32 am
by amer4545
An incredible book or rather a Manual on 3 P shooting positions from what i have read on the index and reviews....can any one tell me where to find this book.
This seems to be a must have.

-- Thu Jul 01, 2010 11:34 am --

Here is a link of the index page.


http://www.mec-shot.com/downloads/waysofrifle.pdf

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 01, 2010 10:56 am
by limbka11
Translated from German by Bill Murray. 208 pages of large format soft cover with copious illustrations. Just released this year, covers all positions and features many of the world's top rifle shooters. It costs around $ 65.00

You could shop it online here...
http://www.pilkguns.com/books.shtml

The 2009 Edition is below...
http://www.championshooters.com/store/p ... id=71&js=n
and
http://www.nsra.co.uk/Shop2/Shop_html/Books.htm

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 01, 2010 12:49 pm
by amer4545
Bob, we live in the wrong place (India)as far as shooting sports and accessories are concerned.
Does anybody in India have it.

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 01, 2010 1:02 pm
by hamiclar01
I think Abhinav Bindra is selling it via his website. I imagine you need to email the id there to arrange a copy.

It was also being sold by infinibeam (infibeam?), but is now registered as out of stock.

Interesting book, lots of pictures more than words, which suits me fine

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 01, 2010 1:11 pm
by Lucky Luke
Rediff seems to have it too

do check out this link

http://books.rediff.com/book/abhinav-bi ... 8/83729110

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 01, 2010 1:20 pm
by fantumfan2003
I mailed and then called up AB's office for it. Spoke to a lady, gave her all the details and have not heard from her since.

I need to remind myself that I live in an "apply, apply, till I get reply, country" I need the book so I need to take pains to get it.

M.

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 01, 2010 7:17 pm
by chucky
Try buying from the publishers directly.

http://www.manoharbooks.com/Search.asp? ... 3980974618

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Fri Jul 02, 2010 10:50 am
by amer4545
Manohar books in New Delhi has a copy, called and confirmed

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:45 pm
by fantumfan2003
Got my copy today from Abhinav Futuristics Limited.

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Took seven days to reach Mombai. Came in very well packed. Hats off to the staff.

Just thumbed through it and I say GO FOR IT

Tad expensive though. A British shop had it for GBP38 but would not ship to India so spent 4240/-

I'll try and do a review later if I can.

M.

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2010 10:20 pm
by kb100
"Indian Edition" ? ... Does that mean it has something more.. or as is generally the case s something truncated?

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2010 10:29 pm
by hamiclar01
so fantumfan, appears that patience is a virtue
fantumfan2003 wrote: I need to remind myself that I live in an "apply, apply, till I get reply, country" I need the book so I need to take pains to get it.

M.
38£? The price must have shot up in the last few months, since I got mine cheaper a while ago

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2010 10:41 pm
by fantumfan2003
kb100

I have never seen any other edition so cannot comment if there are any additions or subtractions even.

hamiclar01

This exercise was need driven. If I may say so, it was my impatience that paid off. The lady in AFL and the courier guy will never forget my name, ever.

M.

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2010 10:47 pm
by hamiclar01
fantumfan2003 wrote:kb100
If I may say so, it was my impatience that paid off. The lady in AFL and the courier guy will never forget my name, ever.
:D Well done, and congrats!

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2010 10:53 pm
by fantumfan2003
In case someone is looking for a cheaper alternative to a basic text on rifle shooting.

Rifle-Steps to Success by Launi Meili

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is available in e-book form from Human Kinetics.

http://www.humankinetics.com/products/a ... ss-4093625

Its priced at US $18/-

These two books are the only ones available freely and widely on air-rifle shooting.

M.

Re: The ways of the Rifle - does anyone have it

Posted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 7:02 pm
by amer4545
Finally got my book delivered from Delhi. I have to tell you all (novice & pros) that this book is amazing. 221 pages of solid technical information on all aspects of shooting comparing several styles by Medal winners and describing each style.

It covers all the 3 position in detail. Its not easy to digest the book in whole at once....may be a few (3-5) pages per day.
Money well spent into learning correct shooting methods and knowing why each position is correct.

Manohar books in Delhi has a few more copies left.