"A.B.C. of Snap Shooting: Sporting, Exhibition, and Military" by Horace Fletcher is a comprehensive manual from the late 1800s designed to turn anyone into a proficient marksman. This book acts as a tutorial on the skill of snap shooting, teaching readers to shoot quickly and accurately with a rifle. It dives into necessary shooting techniques and safety rules, especially during a time when excellent marksmanship was valuable for both sport and national defense. The core lessons revolve around rapidly loading, aiming, and firing. Fletcher advocates using a .22 caliber rifle to hone skills and provides instructions on different types of shots, such as cross shots and drop shots. The book also highlights a unique practice method of aiming at a tossed bell-ball to improve timing and precision. Rules for training and contests are provided, making this a complete guide for both new and experienced shooters.
A.B.C. of Snap Shooting: Sporting, Exhibition, and Military
By Horace Fletcher
Learn to swiftly and accurately hit your target with expert rifle techniques, mastering the art of the quick shot for sport, show, or service.
Summary
About the AuthorHorace Fletcher was an American food faddist who earned the nickname "The Great Masticator" for his argument that food should be chewed thoroughly until liquefied before swallowing: "Nature will castigate those who don't masticate." He made elaborate justifications for this claim.
Horace Fletcher was an American food faddist who earned the nickname "The Great Masticator" for his argument that food should be chewed thoroughly until liquefied before swallowing: "Nature will castigate those who don't masticate." He made elaborate justifications for this claim.
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