The rifleman s gimmick was a modified winchester model 1892 rifle, with a large ring lever drilled and tapped for a set screw. Rule, a pre64 fan, published a book called the rifleman s rifle, subtitled winchester s model 70, 19361963. Click download or read online button to get the rifleman s rifle book now. A gripping, factbased story of how daniel morgan and his courageous riflemen played a crucial role in george washingtons victory in the american revolution. This hardcover edition of oliver norths the rifleman is autographed on bookplate by oliver north. 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. Owning a piece from such a famous firearm collector is a. Suddenly, with almost machine gunlike speed, he begins levering out. This book has a chart that details all m70 production by serial number range by month and year. Chuck connors the riflemans rifle on display at the. Leupold 39x50mm rifleman rifle scope w matte black finish and wide duplex 58160. The riflemans rifle book by roger rule, this book has come to be known as the so called final word on any contraversial.
Vintage hubley the rifleman flip special cap gun rifle. Roger rule is a recognized authority of collectible highgrade guns, both rifles and shotguns. Leupold rifleman 56170 412x40mm rifle scope w wide duplex reticle matte. 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. They wore hunting shirts, deerskin leggins and moccasins. 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. Rifleman dodd is a war narrative by awardwinning english writer c. 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 book by roger rule, this book has come to be known as the so called final word on any contraversial. Army special forces and author of six books including his autobiography, never surrender. The riflemans gimmick was a modified winchester model 1892 rifle, with a large ring lever drilled and tapped for a set screw. Up for sale is this unique first edition of the riflemans rifle, the collectors major reference for the winchester pre64 model 70. I think that the book is the very best one on winchester model 70 rifles, and any. Leupold rifleman rifle scope 412x 40mm wide duplex reticle matte 56170. Winchester s model 70, 19361963 9781438999050 by rule, roger c. In this great read, he tells the stories of some of my personal heroesthe riflemen you will meet in this book. Kentucky rifle golden age antique engraved longrifle reference 610pgs by kindig. Good deal on first edition the riflemans rifle book. 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. As a model 70 enthusiast, you already know about roger rules authoritative book the riflemans rifle. A 28 year old iraq and afghanistan veteran returns home to interview some of americas last wwii vets.
Brand new, never opened or read the rifleman s rifle. In the past, all enlisted marines would learn the creed. Roger rule is the author of what is perhaps the definitive book on the riflemans rifle the winchester model 70 19361963. Winchesters model 70, 19361963 9781438999050 by rule, roger c. The riflemans rifle winchesters model 70, 19361963. Jul 30, 2012 chuck connors hero lucas mccain modified 4440 winchester rifle from the rifleman. Jack oconnor was a sportsman of the old school bolt actions and one shot kills counted to. The show, filmed in blackandwhite, ran on abc, from september 30, 1958 to april 8, 1963. The story is presented in chronological order beginning 4221775, winchester, virginia and continuing thru 571776, quebec, canada. The rifleman s rifle pdf download full download pdf book. 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. What does the riflemans rifle and the world golf hall of fame have in common. The rifleman book by oliver north official publisher page. Dean whitaker s book, the model 70 is very good too but doesnt have color pictures like roger rule s does.
Additional charges for non free shipping products, products shipping to remote locations, hazmat products, and large or heavy items still apply. Books and paper products on are graded using the industry standard book grading criteria. Rule 2009, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. 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. May some of ebooks not available on your country and only available for those who subscribe and depend to the source of library websites. I was able to find the rifle i was looking for in near original. It contains a wealth of information along with photos and original manufacturer documents. The lever design allowed him to cock the rifle by spinning it around his hand. Author, oliver north knows about war and its abundantly evident in the pages of the rifleman.
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. The book was in excellent condition and arrived in good time, very happy with the service. Download the rifleman s rifle or read the rifleman s rifle online books in pdf, epub and mobi format. In the past, all enlisted marines would learn the creed at recruit training. The definitive work on the winchester pre64 model 70, authorized by winchester both olin corporation and u. The rifleman is an american western television program starring chuck connors as rancher lucas mccain and johnny crawford as his son mark mccain. The show was filmed in black and white, in halfhour episodes. 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.
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. And although it is primarily a research tool i found reading it very interesting. How often have you askedor been askedwhats this rifle worth. 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. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of rifleman dodd by c. 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.
A great reference book on the pre64 winchester model 70 rifle. I wanted a copy of this book for a friend of mine who is new to hunting. 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. The riflemans rifle returns the winchester 92 that flipped like a machine gun. Roger rule the riflemans rifle special guns book and episodes are here. 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. Armed only with a winchester rifle, a lone, lanky figure walks resolutely down a dusty frontier street. The riflemans rifle book by roger rule signed authors.
It was set in the 1880s in the fictional town of north fork, new mexico territory. The rifleman book by oliver north official publisher. The lever design allowed him to cock the rifle by spinning it. Westerns were popular when the rifleman premiered, and producers tried to find gimmicks to distinguish one show from another. This is the rifle chuck connors gave to arnold palmer is displayed in the world golf hall of fame. The book was a monumental achievement, meticulously researched, well illustrated with excellent photos many in color, and incredibly detailed. Apr 02, 2009 the riflemans rifle returns the winchester 92 that flipped like a machine gun. Owning a piece from such a famous firearm collector is a rare honor. Roger rule wrote the book the riflemans rifle a remarkably thorough research book on the winchester model 70. While browsing thru the arnold palmer section, there it was.
The riflemans rifle bookwinchesters model 70 books at. Lucas and mark approach the ranch house of a friend, when they are shot at by the owner. 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 is an excellent book that you can always refer back to for loads of.
This is a beautiful, screenused custom modified 4440 winchester model 1892, saddle. Note if the content not found, you must refresh this page manually. 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. This item has been graded for condition using the following definitions. Since 1936 its been the benchmark against which every other boltaction rifle is measured. It was set in the 1880s in the town of north fork, new mexico territory. The only thing missing that i would have included if i wrote this would be a chapter on those hunters and. The rifleman s rifle is an excellent book that you can always refer back to for loads of. We have volumes from the first and second edition printings in near fine or better condition, showing little more than normal shelf wear. Rule, a pre64 fan, published a book called the riflemans rifle, subtitled winchesters model 70, 19361963. Find the riflemans rifle by c, rule roger at biblio. The book captures never told stories before by men and women now in.
Gun digest book of the glock by sweeney, patrick isbn. As a model 70 enthusiast, you already know about roger rule s authoritative book the rifleman s rifle. Pb book riflemans rifle winchesters model 70 19361963 by roger c. Considered to be the most complete and most sought after reference on the winchester model 70 rifle ever printed. The title of this book is the riflemans rifle and it was written by roger c. Brand new, never opened or read the riflemans rifle. Rifleman lucas mccain 4440 winchester rifle jul 30. He is mostly known for his book, the riflemans rifle, a tome for collectors covering winchesters pre1964 model 70. Rupertus wrote it during world war ii, probably in late 1941 or early 1942. The actionpacked classic television series about a widowed rancher, lucas mccain chuck connors, raising his son, mark johnny crawford, in new mexico.
This is a good one right here and something every winchester model 70 collector should have. Jack oconnor was a sportsman of the old school bolt actions and one shot kills counted to him. My good friend oliver north has spent his life in the company of heroes. Jun 09, 2017 roger rule wrote the book the rifleman s rifle a remarkably thorough research book on the winchester model 70. 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.
Find the rifleman s rifle by c, rule roger at biblio. At 2,176 pages, the current edition is weightier than most phone books. Chuck connors the riflemans rifle on display at the world. Well, for the past 29 years the blue book of gun values has been answering that question.
The most authoritative and exhaustive reference on the pre64 model 70 rifle. Only 500 were produced, with a distinct padded leatherette cover, deeply embossed and gold foiled title and rifle graphics, all. 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. Dean whitakers book, the model 70 is very good too but doesnt have color pictures like roger rules does.