This practical and precise guide to the chemical and heat colouring of all barrel steels and gun metals covers the earliest soft carbon methods to the latest rustless techniques - some 230 formulae in all. Also included in this book are ways to remove rust, barrel finishes, and nickel plating by chemical means. It's a classic, comprehensive reference of interest to professional and amateur gunsmiths, restorers, collectors, and shooters alike.
By:
R.H. Angier Foreword by:
Ned Schwing Imprint: Stackpole Books Country of Publication: United States Edition: Revised and updated ed Dimensions:
Height: 215mm,
Width: 140mm,
Spine: 14mm
Weight: 272g ISBN:9780811703260 ISBN 10: 0811703266 Pages: 152 Publication Date:25 February 2008 Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print
R. H. Angier was a recognized master arms technician. He lived in England.