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Plain Directions for Acquiring the Art of Shooting on the Wing (1873) – Kessinger Publishing

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Heritage and purpose

Plain Directions for Acquiring the Art of Shooting on the Wing, first published in 1873 and now available via Kessinger Publishing, offers a window into historical gamekeeping wisdom. Written by a seasoned keeper, the book blends practical advice with clear, methodical instruction, aiming to help readers understand the craft of wing shooting in field settings.

What you will learn

  • How to select and care for guns, including maintenance routines and handling considerations
  • Guidance on ammunition, accessories, and the practicalities of loading for field use
  • Foundations of shooting: aiming, timing, stance, and rhythm that influence shot execution
  • Techniques for shooting on the wing, with attention to timing and bird flight patterns

Wing shooting in real life

The guide offers scenario-based instruction, from calmly advancing along a hedgerow to flushing birds in open ground, and it also covers off-the-ground targets such as rabbits. Expect tips on approach, tracking, and effective follow-through without claiming guaranteed outcomes.

  • Approach and tracking in different terrains, including fields, copses, and cover
  • Game-specific notes that address birds and small game with practical field tips

Format, lineage, and use today

As a facsimile reprint of the 1873 text, this edition preserves historical language and context while acknowledging that the original work may show library markings or other imperfections. The writing emphasizes observation, patience, and repeated practice as paths to skill.

Who might value this edition

  • Enthusiasts and collectors interested in classic hunting literature
  • Historians of sport and fieldcraft looking for a window into 19th-century technique

Note: This description summarizes the book's strengths as described in its catalog, and highlights how its guidance could align with your curiosity about the art of wing shooting, without promising specific results.

FAQ

Q: What topics does this edition cover?

A: Gun selection and care, ammunition and accessories, aiming, timing, wing shooting techniques, and field tracking for birds and rabbits.

Q: Is this a modern instructional manual?

A: No, it is a facsimile of an 1873 guide, preserving historical language and noting potential original imperfections.

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