Ed McGivern's Book of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting

Ed McGivern's Book of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting
by Ed McGivern

Ed McGivern's Book of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting
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Author: Ed McGivern
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-10-17
ISBN: 160239086X
Number of pages: 496
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Book Reviews of Ed McGivern's Book of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting

Book Review: Excellent piece of shooting history
Summary: 4 Stars

As stated by other reviewers the writing is dated.Plus Mr. McGivern did not have a college degree in English so he tends to have a wandering style of composition. I rather doubt Mr. McGivern had much more then an eight grade formal education. He was born in 1874 and standards of education were different.Try not to judge him by 21st Century standards.

Much of what McGivern put in his book is still applicable for today's shooter. Advice on trigger control, proper grip, sights, ammunition, holsters and more still work. Yes shooters now use some techniques that McGivern wouldn't have though of back in the 1930's (the Weaver stance and the Isocoles Stance for example). Yes much of the technology that he spends so much time on (electric timer etc.) is obsolete. Much of what is in the book is basic,but all shooters can stand to review the basics. I was also surprised to see that some of his techniques are not only still being used but have actually been brought back into vogue by the current crop of "tactical" handgun shooters.

Yet, what I really like about the book is in regards to it's historical worth. The book was written in the late thirties and is a wealth of old photographs, information and is rich in it's overall atmospheric feeling that it invokes of the Depression era and the shooting culture as it existed during that time. It's great. There are also photos that are a real hoot. The Montana State Trooper standing behind a pane of bulletproof glass while McGivern shoots the glass with a .357 magnum or the photo of McGivern's assistant holding clay pigeons in his hands while McGivern shoots them. The caption to the photograph states that adding the Human element to target shooting can really spice things up. That stuff is terrific and hilarious.

So in closing the practical value that one will obtain from the book is still there, but it will require patience on the part of the modern reader. However as a historical artifact it's worth is tremendous. If you are a proud member of the American (and international) "Gun Culture" and are curious about those who came before you give Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting a look. You might enjoy it.

Summary of Ed McGivern's Book of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting

Ed McGivern needs no introduction to gun enthusiasts and serious marksmen. For more than 50 years he was revered as one of the top authorities in the field of small firearms. A world champion marksmen who made The Guinness Book of World Records, he trained scores of law enforcement officers and developed a system of teaching that is as effective today as it was when this book was originally published. It resulted from years of experimentation and research conducted by McGivern, who utilized electric timers and other devices to determine the angles and techniques that would produce the fastest, most accurate revolver shooting. Packed with handgun lore and original photographs from the first edition, this much-sought-after classic contains a wealth of facts for marksmen everywhere.

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