In this official BASC Handbook, firearms expert Bill Harriman shares his extensive knowledge of all aspects of the care and maintenance of firearms. Topics covered will include: The pros and cons for each type of shotgun and the different bores The pros and cons for the differenct types of rifle – bolt action, straight pull, semi-auto (.22) and calibres Law and security and safety Cleaning and routine maintenance – stock oiling, putting into storage Patterning a shotgun , fitting a scope and zeroing Basic introduction to ballistics – 1” high @ 100 yards etc – ballistic charts/drop/windage etc Charts and tables – velocities, bullet weights explained ,