Description

The Flobert Gun – History

53 pages, about 8 1/2″ x 11″ glossy soft-cover in full color. Newly reprinted with permission. Printed on high quality 20# 97 bright acid free paper. Fully Illustrated with photocopied images (some of the rarest guns are depicted with low quality images).

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“The Flobert Gun – History” by Joseph T. Vorisek is a detailed exploration of the firearms developed by Louis-Nicolas Flobert. This 53-page publication delves into various aspects of Flobert guns, including:

• Historical Background: Insights into Flobert’s invention of the rimfire cartridge and the subsequent popularity of parlor guns.

• Firearm Actions: Descriptions of different mechanisms such as the Flobert action, Remington action, Warnant action, Zimmerstutzen action, bolt action, and drop-down action.

• Pistols and Miscellaneous Firearms: Coverage of various pistol designs and other unique firearms developed during Flobert’s era.

• Ammunition Types: Information on the specific ammunition designed for Flobert firearms.

• Parts Illustrations: Visual representations to aid in understanding the components of these firearms.

Additionally, the book includes excerpts from historical catalogs such as the Schroeder Freres Catalog (1948), Ferdinand Drissen Catalog (1893), and Manufacture D’Armes LePage Catalog (1920-21), providing context and depth to the study of Flobert firearms.

This publication is an essential resource for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts interested in the legacy of Flobert firearms and their impact on shooting sports.