Basic reloading info is close to same, though i like the berger and sierra best. The 240 through 3200 hawk are all variations on the. Ackley, americas gunsmith contains a large amount of load data from reputable sources and with pressure data. Handbook for shooters and reloaders has been the quintessential guide for cartridge reloaders since 1962. This book is renowned in cartridge reloading and wildcat circles for good reason.
This unique line of wildcats is base on the concept of nonbelted cartridges that deliver magnum velocities. Fullcolor photo section and an exclusive neverbeforeprinted article by p. Three ways to get the hornady handbook of cartridge reloading. Ackley began gunsmithing fulltime in oregon in 1936, but was interrupted by world war ii. I own one, built by harry mcgowan in nov 67 as a target rifle in 308, and one in arkansas fellow ar member and i think his is in 35 whelen iirc.
I know, there was no such thing as ramshot when ackley was inventing cartridges or was still alive. Original vintage po ackley handbook for shooters and reloaders set volumes 1. We have new and used copies available, in 0 edition starting at. But its just whats required for the heaviest bullets and powders like imr 7828 and h. He has published two books, hawk cartridges manual and wildcat.
Ive only got ackley s volume 1, and while he lists 303 savage data, he does not list 303 savage improved. Hornady 10th edition handbook of cartridge reloading. Ackley s theories on wildcatting, some of his gunsmithing work as well as barrel making. Having now read most of the book, and having read the articles, chapters, by p. Handbook for shooters and reloaders paperback or softback by ackley, parker o. Again dated material but his book includes really good explanations of headspace, pressure and bore capacity and other sections on powder by b. Art zeglin of zhat is writing a book on po ackley and he asked me if i could send photos, so as soon as my photographer can arrange a session, that will be done. Such was parker otto ackley, an accomplished gunsmith, educator, ballistician and writer who remained a gentleman in an arena sometimes blessed with blowhards and horses necks. It is like a trip to the past when rifles and shooting were more experimental.
Handbook for shooters and reloaders by parker o ackley. Buy handbook for shooters and reloaders by parker o. But look up both cartridges in a modern loading manual that. Five best reloading books every ammunition reloader needs. Ackley author of handbook for shooters and reloaders.
Dennis mike bellm, bellm tcs book, hard cover, 256 pages. Its a gun that i had built 1517 years ago after reading the po ackley book. Making a living was a key subject in the discussion. It is popular as an ackley improved with a 40degree. Ackleys ideas on reloading, rifle accuracy, safety, cartridge choice, and wildcat use are just as relevant for modern gun cranks as they were in. This book is renowned in ammunition reloading and wildcating circles for good. Volume 1 has data for over 330 popular wildcat and standard cartridges for rifle and pistol.
He found that most of the time the process wasnt worth the trouble, but his name caught on and today is applied to any improved cartridge with a 40degree shoulder, whether p. Nov 10, 2009 another thing to watch out for is data from say old manuals like the po ackley book is going to be way too old to use with the new more modern powder. Get the best deals on hunting gun reloading booksmanuals materials when you shop the largest online selection at. Not a howto manual but something like a history of handloading and reloading. Another thing to watch out for is data from say old manuals like the po ackley book is going to be way too old to use with the new more modern powder. Ackley, americas gunsmith is so extensive and so well done, i am at a loss to adequately describe it. Ackley compilation from gun digest, click here, click on the cover picture at right, or, because this is a 12 mb file which is large if youre on dialup, rightclick on the picture and save target as or save link as. Ken howell provides case dimensions for the parent 303 savage in his book, but it sounds like you already know those. The 10th edition handbook of cartridge reloading is packed with the latest from hornady. He has published two other books, hawk cartridges manual and wildcat cartridges. Going through some of my late uncle carls gun shop today.
Widely renowned in reloading and wildcat circles, this book culminates decades of reloading experience and cartridge development by p. Fisher visited ackley in the mid1970s and remembers him talking about all facets of gunmaking. Annual reloading manual is a softcover magazinestyle reloading book that is updated yearly and contains a few articles on reloading as well as over 5,000 loads covering. In fact, some factory cartridges are improved versions of other factory cartridges, notably the. Hunting gun reloading booksmanuals materials for sale ebay. Apr 30, 2015 widely renowned in reloading and wildcat circles, this book culminates decades of reloading experience and cartridge development by p. I bought this book because i was interested in having a rifle modified into a ackley improved, but the book has much more information about shooting and reloading.
Paypal friendsfamily, cash, personal check, postal money order. This book is renowned in ammunition reloading and wildcating circles for good reason. Although originally published without a volume designation, this book is commonly referred to as volume 1. Ackley, a gunsmith amongst gunsmiths, comes this handbook and catalog featuring loading data charts, theory versus practice, and a price guide for wildcats. Handbook for shooters and reloaders and millions of other books are. Description learn the ins and outs of ammunition reloading with this facsimile of the book published in 1962 entitled handbook for shooters and reloaders by parker o. Ackley 19031989 was born in granville, new york, and graduated magna cum laude from syracuse university in 1927. Ackleyamericas gunsmith discussion in reloading equipment and components started by 41magguy, apr 17, 2020. In 1945, he established a new shop in trinidad, colorado, and soon became one of the largest custom gunmakers in the united states. Parker otto ackley left a wealth of firearms knowledge among those he trained. I had heard so much about this book that i had to have it. Handbook for shooters and reloaders 1959 ackley incl. New gun digest book highlights legendary gunsmith p. Handbook for shooters and reloaders by ackley abebooks.
The same applies to most of its descendants like the 7mm08 rem. Improved cartridges have been around ever since lisle kilbourn cut a. Among the dizzying array of mauser parts, reamers and ammo 416 rigby. Po ackley explains in very detailed text exactly how to calculate your fire forming load and suggest some loads that arent in any other book but he says works well.
Hodgdon, yes the old man gunpowder himself, and many others. The simplest way to start loading for ackley improved cartridges is to used reliable data for the parent cartridge as a starting point. Ackley, americas gunsmith is so extensive and so well done. From the foreword of the book it is a difficult task to write a book that is equal parts technical manual and biography, yet fred zeglin has done just that. Ackley, from the collection of gunmaker jerry fisher. This was ackley s second attempt at the handbook which is often referred to as volume i although not called that inside the book and is vastly expanded. Available at retailers nationwide and online, access all the information you need in print or digital formats. Any gunsmithing student, reloader, shooter will find him or herself fascinated by this work. Ackley considered the 308 winchester, far right, so well designed that making it an ackley improved was gilding the lily. Ackley is the author of handbook for shooters and reloaders 4. Annual reloading manual is a softcover magazinestyle reloading book that is updated yearly and contains a few articles on. And his concepts on reloading, rifle accuracy, safety, cartridge choice, and wildcat.
Ackley has been a regular contributor of magazine articles and the work of his pen has been a steadying influence on gunmaking throughout the country. Two of the best known authorities of the past concerning hunting and cartridge effectiveness go toe to toe. To begin your pdf download of the improved cartridges of p. Over 1,000 pages of reloading data, techniques and bullet information. Volume 1 has data for over 330 popular wildcat and standard cartridges for. The 243 winchester on far left is the one exception. For the reloader, the book has an abundance of wildcat data too. This was ackleys second attempt at the handbook which is often referred to as volume i although not called that inside the bookand is vastly expanded. Ackley as well as a number of contributing writers. We also reprint vol i from 1962 and the original vol i from 1959.
Feb 20, 2015 two of the best known authorities of the past concerning hunting and cartridge effectiveness go toe to toe. This book includes all the data collected for all calibers. Ackley, and a glimpse into the mans life, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the cartridges that he left behind. Backed by extensive research, the information contained in this first volume provides comprehensive information on wildcat cartridges and covers basic to advanced. The process has since been applied to hundreds of cartridges. Jul 03, 20 although originally published without a volume designation, this book is commonly referred to as volume 1. I believe it is out of print, however there was a printing in 2004 and i had no difficulty in finding it. I really hate to come off like some out of phase old timer but i have to also mention po ackleys book handbook for shooters and reloaders. Learn the ins and outs of ammunition reloading with this facsimile of the book. Ive only got ackleys volume 1, and while he lists 303 savage data, he does not list 303 savage improved. Learn the ins and outs of ammunition reloading with this facsimile of the book published in 1962 entitled handbook for shooters and reloaders by parker o.
He developed the improved cartridge concept whereby a commercial cartridges case taper and shoulder angle are improved in order to increase case capacity, resulting in more efficient powder utilization, higher velocity, and higher energy. The books have no reference to a 33806 improved and i dont think the 33806 was around when the book was written back in 1962. One of the great current, out of print or rare titles available from bunduki books. Look at older reloading manuals and you will see a big difference in charge weights. Ackley experimented with improving various rounds in the 1950s and 60s, all with a 40degree shoulder. And, no case dimensions are provided in this book anyway. Ackley was a gunsmith, a barrelmaker, a teacher, a writer, a hunter, and a wildcatter.
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