Complete Book of the .22: A Guide To The World's Most Popular Guns

by Wayne van Zwoll

Book Overview

Here's the perfect companion to that most popular starter rifle, the venerable .22. The best isn't always the biggest--and the .22 is not only the perfect first rifle, but also one that many hunters and shooters come back to and use throughout their days afield.

Wayne van Zwoll, a longtime expert on the subject, takes experts and beginners alike through the history, variety, and use of the classic .22. He writes appealingly about his first .22, and the ones he bought for later competitive use. He describes hunting with the .22, target shooting, and details the care and upkeep of the weapon. He discusses the evolution of the gun, and the refinements of the ammo that go with it.
Included are chapters on:
*The .17 *Practical scopes
*Squirrel rifles *Supports
*Browning *Getting to zero
*Winchester *Holding a rifle still
*Remington*The sling
*Cooper*Prepping for the field
*Ruger*A bullet's way through the wind
*Savage*Cleaning
*Real gunstocks *Ballistics
*Better sights *. . . and more
The .22's accuracy, economy, and versatility have made it an all-time best-seller. Now there's a book to go with every one.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592288960
• ISBN13: 9781592288960
• Release Date: August 2006
• Publisher: Lyons Press
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Great book for serious reader

Great book for someone taking a fresh look at the .22, though it does concentrate on the rifle and says very little about 22 pistols. So, I wouldn't call it "Complete". But, it's about everything you need to know about rifles and the history of the cartridge.

Fascinating Reading

I bought this book expecting a good read, and not so much as a reference book. Maybe that's why I enjoyed it so much more than the other reviewers did. I read it straight through from cover to cover and was completely fascinated with the stories of the cartridge's development and the histories of the various firearms manufacturers and inventors. I'm already intimately familiar with most of the guns referred to so it's very interesting reading. The only fault that I find is the exclusion of some of the popular rifles like the CZ in particular, and only a brief mention of the modern Henry rifles. Another reason I enjoyed this book is that I completely identify with the author and his experiences, although I never competed or wrote articles. No, it's not a great reference book, but it is a captivating book if you're interested in reading about the .22 and its uses and fascinating history. The .17 HMR and .17 Mach II also get a lot of attention, and the comparisons and ballistics are useful.

informative reading

Very informative book. I learned a great deal about this popular little caliber.I feel the book is well written and worthwhile for anyone especially people like me who have just recently began plinking with a 22.

An excellent guide

The versatile .22 is one of the most popular starter rifles, a perfect first choice for hunters and shooters and an economic choice at that. THE COMPLETE BOOK OF THE 22: A GUIDE TO THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR GUNS offers analysis of everything from triggers and rimfires in general to makers, specs, and shooting tips for all environments. An excellent guide for any 22 rifle owner or would-be owner. Diane C. Donovan California Bookwatch