New: 7th Edition ‘Ammo Encyclopedia – The Shooter’s & Collector’s Guide To Centerfire, Rimfire & Shotshell Cartridges’

The latest edition of the “Ammo Encyclopedia – The Shooter’s and Collector’s Guide to Centerfire, Rimfire and Shotshell Cartridges” is full of information for both current and obsolete cartridges and shotshells

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posted on November 3, 2022
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Seventh Edition Ammo Encyclopedia – The Shooter’s and Collector’s Guide to Centerfire, Rimfire and Shotshell Cartridges
Edited by Charles F. Priore, Jr., and Lisa Beuning
928 pp. Blue Book Publications. $49.95

An essential reference, the latest edition of the Ammo Encyclopedia – The Shooter’s and Collector’s Guide to Centerfire, Rimfire and Shotshell Cartridges is the most comprehensive book available covering both current and obsolete cartridges and shotshells.

The Seventh Edition Ammo Encyclopedia has been updated with more than 150 cartridges, including new and obsolete ones. Plus, an all-new format for cartridge profiles will make it easier for readers to find what they are looking for. Each cartridge entry includes images, dimensions, ballistics and historical information. Readers will also notice an expanded full color section, which shows the actual size of all current centerfire, rimfire and shotshell cartridges.

7th Edition Ammo Encyclopedia
7th Edition Ammo Encyclopedia – The Shooter’s and Collector’s Guide to Centerfire, Rimfire and Shotshell Cartridges

In addition, the latest edition of the Ammo Encyclopedia features updated ballistic tables and expanded cartridge type profiles with muzzle velocity and dimensions, along with page numbers that point to corresponding cartridge profile pages.

There are also chapters and articles in the book covering history, manufacturing, recommendations and safety, as well as useful information for both new and old ammunition collectors and enthusiasts.

Finally, there is a bonus color section in the book featuring the Basic and Precision Metallic Centerfire Reloading Procedure written by Robert Knight. This detailed step-by-step guide has tips for beginners to get started reloading their own ammunition.

The Seventh Edition Ammo Encyclopedia – The Shooter’s & Collector’s Guide to Centerfire, Rimfire & Shotshell Cartridges is available now. MSRP is $49.95, but if you act fast you can pick up a copy for five dollars less, along with free USPS domestic shipping. Visit bluebookofgunvalues.com.

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