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Silencer History and Performance, Vol. II CQP, Assault Rifle and Sniper Technology by Alan C. Paulso This highly anticipated second volume in the Silencer History and Performances series provides an unprecedented look into the evolution, tactical employment and performance of historic and state of the art silenced firearms suitable for close-quarters combat, long-distance sniping and other professional applications. Beginning with an exclusive analysis of little-known pioneering silencer designs, it goes on to chronicle the development of sophisticated silenced weapons used during WWII and the Cold War by commandos, Resistant fighters, special troops and spooks. Technology and tactical dotrine exploded during the Vietnam War an again during the 1990's resulting in progressively more sophisticated suppressed weapons systems and low-signature tactics. The authors have combined recent declassified material, numerous confidential sources and years of hands-on evaluations to reveal a wealth of information about today's incredible screw-on and integral suppressors for handguns, carbines, submachine guns, assault rifles and sniper systems. Much of this information has never before appeared in the public domain, including many previously unpublished photos. 8.5" x 11, softcover, photos, illustrated, 448 pages. |