A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Jack oconnor taught english at the university of arizona, and became its first journalism professor. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. Jack oconnor was best known as a writer for outdoor life, magazine, where he served as shooting editor for 31 years. Jack oconnor has 27 books on goodreads with 659 ratings. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. By the 1950s, according to jack oconnor in his the shotgun book, the 12 gauge had about 50% of the market.
Any bird hunting that is isnt waterfowl hunting can be considered upland hunting. It reminds you of the days when shotguns were both tools and works of art and gentlemen used them. So im armed with the book, right here and am ready to take any and all questions. In the included book the shotgun book, oconnor writes about spanish shotguns and informs the reader that has used a 16 gauge aya overunder shotgun see pages 38 and 50. The book is a compilation of magazine articles written, as far as i can tell, in the 50s and 60s. Complete book of rifles and shotguns by jack oconnor. Complete book of rifles and shotguns, first published in 1961, contains a lifetime of rifle and shotgun knowledge shared by master sportsman jack oconnor 19021978. The shotgun book by jack oconnor 1965 first edition stated w dj illustrated. Modern gun writers can not express themselves as well as jack oconnor. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow. Although not listed by serial number, it is extremely likely that the shotgun referenced in the book is this aya. The shotgun book by oconnor, jack seller ground zero books, ltd.
The internets best resource for shotgun information. Sold book the shotgun book by jack oconnor 1965 trap. The late jack o connor was one of the most celebrated gun writers of recent times, a longtime shooting editor at outdoor life and regular contributor to the gun digest annual book. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Jack oconnor books list of books by author jack oconnor. The shotgun book jack oconnor, sporting firearms of today in use paul a. Jack oconnor the book of the rifle alfred knopf 1964 second edition. Complete books of rifles and shotguns jack oconnor on. An old gun nut had gone to the big gun show in the sky. The techniques mentioned are timeless and writing style is classic outdoor magazine. No dust cover, gilt on spine slightly faded, light sun fading near binding, pages clean, binding tight, bw photos and some illustrations. His first love was the outdoors and writing about hunting, firearms, and the natural history of big game animals. The shotgun book by jack oconnor 1965 first edition stated w. The shotgun book by jack oconnor 1978, paperback, revised.
Jan 22, 2014 oconnor also graced the pages of the gun digest annual for many years. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. The rifle book jack oconnor 3rd edition hardcover ebay. This is the definitive book on rifles and shotguns, by jack oconnor, americas foremost authority on firearms. Anyone who thinks jack oconnor was merely a rifle guy hasnt read that book. The shotgun book by o connor, jack and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Two jack oconnor books, the shotgun book and the rifle book. I gave this book four stars because the information contained is not current. Author of the rifle book, the biggame rifle, complete book of shooting, the art of hunting big game in north america, complete book of rifles and shotguns, the shotgun book, hunting in the rockies, sheep and sheep hunting.
An illustrated biography of the man and his guns john browning and curt gentry, 1964, mastering the shotgun rickard alden knight, 1967, the world encyclopedia of modern guns a. Vg condition, nice and tight, slight rubbing on bottom of spine, red cloth with gold printing. It is a compilation of articles written by jack oconnor for sporting magazines. Here is a list of jack oconnors books, in chronological order by date of publication. The rifle book, revised second edition of 1964, very good with good dj, the shotgun book, stated first, 1965. Aug 29, 2014 that got oconnors attention and he ordered one with a lyman 48 receiver sight. As always, oconnor s writing leaves his readers entertained, but more importantly educated. Any questions please email powered by the free listing tool. Aya side lock shotgun presented to outdoorsman jack oconnor. It proved to be a lifelong partnership between oconnor and the cartridge. One of them was a first edition of oconnors the shotgun book and ive been reading it for the past few days. Weather the reader is looking for entertainment and general background material on his sport, for advice about the choice of a gun, or for information about the use of a shotgun on varieties of game, this is the book. Firearms books featuring first edition the shotgun book.
Firearms books featuring first edition the shotgun book by jack oconnor, 1965. Complete book of rifles and shotguns, 1961, good and the art of hunting big game in north america, second edition, 1977, very good with good dj. Shotgun patterning range the shotgun patterning range is located directly behind memorial hall. Book condition was a little worse for wear, but good. Find great deals on ebay for jack o connor books and o henry books. Because at this distance for every inch the pattern deviates from the point of aim a onesixteenthinch correction to the stock is necessary. Buy a cheap copy of complete book of rifles and shotguns. The 16 gauge had about 25%, with the 20 gauge gaining in popularity and up to 17%. The complete book of rifles and shotguns connor o, jack. Sheila oconnor is the awardwinning author of six novels. Jack oconnor1965the shotgun book hrdcvr original 1965 first edition, 3rd bk.
The shotgun book by jack oconnor 1965, hardback for sale. Find great deals on ebay for jack oconnor and jack oconnor signed. Jack oconnor the complete book of rifles and shotguns outdoor life press 1961 vg with some sunning on spin. The title may surprise you a bit as jack oconnor, the preeminent gunwriter of his day is often associated with trophy sheep hunting, quite correctly, and his lasting observations on the big game rifle and big game hunting. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. In this book the legendary jack oconnor draws upon his vast experience on four continents with furred and winged game. This book starts out with the origin of shoulder arms and takes you all the way to how to take care of your gun.
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From the face of the target, measure exactly 16 yards and mark the spot. Vintage jack oconnor the rifle book 1950, hunting, shooting, classic book, in great condition. In the included book the shotgun book, o connor writes about spanish shotguns and informs the reader that has used a 16 gauge aya overunder shotgun see pages 38 and 50. A standard reference work for shotgun owners and hunters includes. The shotgun book has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace.
One of them was a first edition of oconnors the shotgun book and ive been reading it. Guns international advertising policy this sites purpose is to bring gun buyers and gun brokers or sellers together by advertising. On display is the book the shotgun book by jack oconnor. A novel in fragments, facts and fictions, combines flash forms, archival documents, memoir, and historical research, to reconstruct a buried history of incarcerated girls. Entertaining games to play while spending time outdoors. Jack oconnor wrote often and thoroughly about upland hunting, with his the shotgun book of 1968 being his most notable effort on the subject. What follows is an excerpt from one of his earliest contributions, an article titled tips on big game shooting from the 1952 edition of the annual. His widow had sold his guns, but his collection of books were for sale for a buch each. No dust cover, gilt on spine slightly faded, light sun fading near binding, pages. The shotgun book by jack oconnor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
The shotgun book by jack o connor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jack oconnors most popular book is the hunting rifle. This book has a wealth of information on them, and true to form jack studied them at length and described what he found in easily understood language. The book is signed by the author on the inside cover as can be seen in the pictures. He was perhaps best known for his worldwide adventures with the. Book awards book club selections books by author books by series coming soon kids books new releases teens books this months biggest new releases. Colt gun pistol revolver firearms book arms reference wilson 45 rifle shotgun 44. Jack oconnor book of the rifle and complete book of. Make offer the complete book of rifles and shotguns by jack oconnor 1965.
I grew up reading his column in outdoor life and recall plenty of shotgun info including his advocacy of both the 16 ga. The complete book of rifles and shotguns by jack oconnor 1965. The shotgun book by jack oconnor illustrated 1965 first edition. New listing the rifle book by jack oconnor, 1964, 2nd edition revised collectible great. Although jack oconnor is known more for his books on rifles in particular, he was also an expert on shotguns. In addition the book is sprinkled with suggestions and advice about shotgun shooting. Vintage jack oconnor the rifle book 1950, hunting, shooting. In the december 1943 issue of outdoor life, he wrote, assuming that a cartridge can make its way on merit alone, that cartridge is the.
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