Even more collectible is the limited firstedition deluxe book. The riflemans rifle book by roger rule signed authors. A 28 year old iraq and afghanistan veteran returns home to interview some of americas last wwii vets. This is a beautiful, screenused custom modified 4440 winchester model 1892, saddle. In this great read, he tells the stories of some of my personal heroesthe riflemen you will meet in this book. The gold hat starring lucas mccain, mark mccain, sam barnaby rancher, billy barnaby, dave slater, owens lawyer, and hired gunmen, script by eric freiwald and robert schaefer, art by warren tufts. Up for sale is this unique first edition of the riflemans rifle, the collectors major reference for the winchester pre64 model 70. The lever design allowed him to cock the rifle by spinning it around his hand.
No other boltaction in history can inspire the passion, command the loyalty or create a sense of excitement among dedicated marksmen like the model 70. My grail has always been what the famous gun writer jack oconnor said was the riflemans rifle, i am referring to a pre1964 model 70 rifle made by winchester. Chuck connors the riflemans rifle on display at the world. Rifleman comic books are based on the rifleman, an american western tv program that starred chuck connors as homesteader lucas mccain and johnny crawford as his son, mark mccain. Jun 09, 2017 roger rule wrote the book the rifleman s rifle a remarkably thorough research book on the winchester model 70. The rifle lucasboy sent me these picture of the exhibit to share with you. The riflemans rifle this ebook list for those who looking for to read the riflemans rifle, you can read or download in pdf, epub or mobi. The riflemans gimmick was a modified winchester model 1892 rifle, with a large ring lever drilled and tapped for a set screw. Author, oliver north knows about war and its abundantly evident in the pages of the rifleman. The most authoritative and exhaustive reference on the pre64 model 70 rifle. A friend of mine, lucasboy, who lives in florida had taken his father to the world golf hall of game for an early fathers day gift. The riflemans creed also known as my rifle and the creed of the united states marine is a part of basic united states marine corps doctrine. We have volumes from the first and second edition printings in near fine or better condition, showing little more than normal shelf wear.
Leupold rifleman rifle scope 412x 40mm wide duplex reticle matte 56170. Leupold rifleman 56170 412x40mm rifle scope w wide duplex reticle matte. Army special forces and author of six books including his autobiography, never surrender. The rifleman s rifle pdf download full download pdf book. He is mostly known for his book, the riflemans rifle, a tome for collectors covering winchesters pre1964 model 70. Jul 30, 2012 chuck connors hero lucas mccain modified 4440 winchester rifle from the rifleman. A gripping, factbased story of how daniel morgan and his courageous riflemen played a crucial role in george washingtons victory in the american revolution.
Dean whitakers book, the model 70 is very good too but doesnt have color pictures like roger rules does. Brand new, never opened or read the riflemans rifle. Roger rule the riflemans rifle special guns book and episodes are here. The actionpacked classic television series about a widowed rancher, lucas mccain chuck connors, raising his son, mark johnny crawford, in new mexico. Only 500 were produced, with a distinct padded leatherette cover, deeply embossed and gold foiled title and rifle graphics, all. The rule says that only the horizontal range should be considered when adjusting a sight or performing holdover in order to account for bullet drop. Winchesters model 70, 19361963 9781438999050 by rule, roger c. As a model 70 enthusiast, you already know about roger rule s authoritative book the rifleman s rifle. While browsing thru the arnold palmer section, there it was. Since 1936 its been the benchmark against which every other boltaction rifle is measured. The show was filmed in black and white, in halfhour episodes.
This was like a 1930s edition, and had complete coverage of all the world war one rifles and the ones used by nonparticipating nations as well. The only thing missing that i would have included if i wrote this would be a chapter on those hunters and. Rifleman lucas mccain 4440 winchester rifle jul 30. Jack oconnor was a sportsman of the old school bolt actions and one shot kills counted to. They wore hunting shirts, deerskin leggins and moccasins.
Oct 04, 2017 every now and then there comes a point in every enthusiast collecting career where they find something truly great a holy grail type of great. Westerns were popular when the rifleman premiered, and producers tried to find gimmicks to distinguish one show from another. Kentucky rifle golden age antique engraved longrifle reference 610pgs by kindig. The book captures never told stories before by men and women now in. This hardcover edition of oliver norths the rifleman is autographed on bookplate by oliver north. Lucasboy sent me these picture of the exhibit to share with you. The lever design allowed him to cock the rifle by spinning it. Ive read the book cover to cover and if you like model 70 winchesters like i do, youll find it very interesting and very, very informative. Rule 2009, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. At 2,176 pages, the current edition is weightier than most phone books. Supersummary, a modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, offers highquality study guides that feature detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, quotes, and essay topics. In the past, all enlisted marines would learn the creed at recruit training. The rifleman s rifle is an excellent book that you can always refer back to for loads of. Owning a piece from such a famous firearm collector is a.
Rupertus wrote it during world war ii, probably in late 1941 or early 1942. The rifleman s creed also known as my rifle and the creed of the united states marine is a part of basic united states marine corps doctrine. The story is presented in chronological order beginning 4221775, winchester, virginia and continuing thru 571776, quebec, canada. Apr 02, 2009 the riflemans rifle returns the winchester 92 that flipped like a machine gun. I think that the book is the very best one on winchester model 70 rifles, and any.
Well, for the past 29 years the blue book of gun values has been answering that question. Good deal on first edition the riflemans rifle book. This item has been graded for condition using the following definitions. The rifleman s rifle book by roger rule, this book has come to be known as the so called final word on any contraversial. This is the rifle chuck connors gave to arnold palmer is displayed in the world golf hall of fame. The ballad of songbirds and snakes from the author that brought you the hunger games, reenter the world of panem again sixtyfour years before the events of the original series. Books and paper products on are graded using the industry standard book grading criteria.
Rule, a pre64 fan, published a book called the rifleman s rifle, subtitled winchester s model 70, 19361963. The show, filmed in blackandwhite, ran on abc, from september 30, 1958 to april 8, 1963. I was able to find the rifle i was looking for in near original. Click download or read online button to get the rifleman s rifle book now. Leupold 39x50mm rifleman rifle scope w matte black finish and wide duplex 58160. The book was in excellent condition and arrived in good time, very happy with the service. In the past, all enlisted marines would learn the creed. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Considered to be the most complete and most sought after reference on the winchester model 70 rifle ever printed. As a model 70 enthusiast, you already know about roger rules authoritative book the riflemans rifle. This western series aired on abc from 19581963 and is a classic in the genre for its high production standards, characterdriven plots, moral lessons and alist guest stars. Abc,tv 19581963 the rifleman states that lucas mccain chuck connors can fire a round with his specially modified winchester rifle in threetenths of a second.
Roger rule is a recognized authority of collectible highgrade guns, both rifles and shotguns. Suddenly, with almost machine gunlike speed, he begins levering out. Dean whitaker s book, the model 70 is very good too but doesnt have color pictures like roger rule s does. Roger rule is the author of what is perhaps the definitive book on the riflemans rifle the winchester model 70 19361963. Rifleman dodd is a war narrative by awardwinning english writer c. Rule, a pre64 fan, published a book called the riflemans rifle, subtitled winchesters model 70, 19361963. Jack oconnor was a sportsman of the old school bolt actions and one shot kills counted to him. The rifleman is an american western television program starring chuck connors as rancher lucas mccain and johnny crawford as his son mark mccain. This is a good one right here and something every winchester model 70 collector should have.
This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of rifleman dodd by c. The title of this book is the riflemans rifle and it was written by roger c. The rifleman book by oliver north official publisher. Winchester s model 70, 19361963 9781438999050 by rule, roger c. The riflemans rifle returns the winchester 92 that flipped like a machine gun. And although it is primarily a research tool i found reading it very interesting. Owning a piece from such a famous firearm collector is a rare honor. I have a friend, now retired over in iowa park, texas, who loaned me the book of the rifle for about a week several years ago. Roger rule wrote the book the riflemans rifle a remarkably thorough research book on the winchester model 70. Note if the content not found, you must refresh this page manually.
The definitive work on the winchester pre64 model 70, authorized by winchester both olin corporation and u. Riflemans rule is a rule of thumb that allows a rifleman to accurately fire a rifle that has been calibrated for horizontal targets at uphill or downhill targets. The rifleman s rifle this ebook list for those who looking for to read the rifleman s rifle, you can read or download in pdf, epub or mobi. The riflemans rifle bookwinchesters model 70 books at. The rifleman s gimmick was a modified winchester model 1892 rifle, with a large ring lever drilled and tapped for a set screw. May some of ebooks not available on your country and only available for those who subscribe and depend to the source of library websites. Gun digest book of the glock by sweeney, patrick isbn. I wanted a copy of this book for a friend of mine who is new to hunting. The rifleman book by oliver north official publisher page.
My good friend oliver north has spent his life in the company of heroes. Find the riflemans rifle by c, rule roger at biblio. Lucas and mark approach the ranch house of a friend, when they are shot at by the owner. Vintage hubley the rifleman flip special cap gun rifle. The riflemans rifle book by roger rule, this book has come to be known as the so called final word on any contraversial. Download the rifleman s rifle or read the rifleman s rifle online books in pdf, epub and mobi format. The riflemans rifle is an excellent book that you can always refer back to for loads of.
Chuck connors the riflemans rifle on display at the. Find the rifleman s rifle by c, rule roger at biblio. The book was a monumental achievement, meticulously researched, well illustrated with excellent photos many in color, and incredibly detailed. It was set in the 1880s in the fictional town of north fork, new mexico territory. Brand new, never opened or read the rifleman s rifle. Additional charges for non free shipping products, products shipping to remote locations, hazmat products, and large or heavy items still apply. It contains a wealth of information along with photos and original manufacturer documents. How often have you askedor been askedwhats this rifle worth. This book has a chart that details all m70 production by serial number range by month and year. A great reference book on the pre64 winchester model 70 rifle. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Pb book riflemans rifle winchesters model 70 19361963 by roger c.