MODERN WATERFOWL GUNS and GUNNING. By Don Zutz.

1985 1st edition. 4to paperback (207 x 254mm). Pp288. B/w photographs, illustrations, recipes.

"An overview of today's fast-changing waterfowling scene". "Don Zutz takes a clear, concise look at the entire specturm - from choosing the right gun, through modifying forcing cones and chokes for better patterns, to reloading with steel shot. He even includes a chapter on cooking waterfowl using methods that eliminate any 'wild' flavour or odour. It's all here ... plus more". Chapters include: The Long Tom tradition; Lighter guns and shorter barrels; Pumpguns and their use; Autoloaders; Double-barreled guns; Beginner's guns; The target defined; Pellet performance and selection; Practical patterning; Shot string dynamics; Estimating range more accurately; How far do you lead 'em?; Long-range winghsooting; Footwork for the overhead shoot; Gun handling in cramped quarters; Giving 'em both barrels; improvements in ammunition; An objective look at magnum loads; Refining the long-range shotgun; Handloads, basic concepts; Handloads, advanced concepts; A positive approach to steel shot; Reloading with steel shot; The psychology and practice of decoying; Good calling will work, sometimes; Potholes and jump shooting; From gunner to gourmet.