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Total Gun Manual (Field & Stream): Updated and Expanded! 375 Essential Shooting Skills

Description:

This revised edition of the popular 2012 title is the most up-to-date and extensive guide to guns available. Updated and expanded for 2017, including an entire new section on range-shooting skills and 30+ new items, one of the most trusted brands in outdoor sports brings you the new The Total Gun Manual.

David E. Petzal and Phil Bourjaily, Field & Stream’s shooting sports experts, are the top-rated writers working in the field today, due to their knowledge, experience, and their ability to communicate even complicated topics with clear, simple language and a dry and engaging wit.

New hints cover range-shooting skills, the fastest-growing segment of the shooting world. For newbies and weekend shooters, the range offers a safe, affordable way to try out target practice and have fun with friends. The book also covers:

Gun basics: Getting started, gun safety, choosing the right gun, and more.

Handguns: Expanded handgun section covers range, target, and indoor shooting for the casual enthusiast and the serious shooter.

Rifles: Whether for hunting or target practice, David Petzal has decades of experience and expertise, and shares it all with his trademark sense of humor.

Shotguns: Phil Bourjaily is a year-round hunter as well as coaching clay and skeet shooting teams, so he knows his shotguns and how to impart tips and tricks.

Gear up, shoot better, hunt smarter, stay safer with
The Total Gun Manual.


Editorial Reviews

About the Author

David E. Petzal, the rifles field editor of Field & Stream, has been with the publication since 1972. He served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1969, and he began writing about rifles and rifle shooting during his service in 1964. He is a Benefactor Member of the National Rifle Association and a Life Member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association. He has hunted all over the United States and Canada, as well as in Europe, Africa, and New Zealand. Petzal wrote The .22 Rifle and edited The Encyclopedia of Sporting Firearms. In 2002, he was awarded the Leupold Jack Slack Writer of the Year Award, and in 2005 he received the Zeiss Outdoor Writer of the Year Award, making him the first person to win both.

Phil Bourjaily sold his first outdoor story—on snipe hunting—to
Field & Stream in 1985. Today, he is the magazine's Shotguns columnist and co-writer, with David Petzal, of the "The Gun Nut" blog on Fieldandstream.com. He is the author of the Field & Stream Turkey Hunting Handbook and, as a turkey hunter, has renounced early mornings in favor of sleeping in and killing spring gobblers between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. He makes his home, with his wife and two sons, in his birthplace of Iowa City, Iowa.

Field & Stream is “The World’s Leading Outdoor Magazine.” Devoted to the complete outdoor experience and lifestyle, Field & Stream gives its readers the knowledge and inspiration to pursue the sports they love. The brand celebrates the outdoor experience with great stories, compelling photography and sound advice, while honoring the traditions hunters and fishermen have passed down for generations.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book in Easily Digestable Bits

J.T. · June 25, 2025

Lively read, very comprehensive without being overwhelming. Quick to find relevant topics and highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars Durable book cover and very well made.

A.C. · March 24, 2025

Very Informative in detail and all illustrations. Very well detailed book in every aspect.

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the best bookon the fundamentals of firearms, use, care, and practical knowlege availble.

T.A. · January 29, 2019

For years, I have followed Petzal and Bourjaily’s quality journalism in the pages of Field and Stream. Their experience and breadth of knowledge is legendary, yet they both convey ideas and practical skills with down to Earth language that is comprehensive and compelling. You can easily sense the care and passion both writers have for the topic, and their complete expertise on each topic.Each segment of this book is presented in a bite sized chunk, with well done artwork, graphics, and photography to illustrate the material. The combination of fine writing and illustration make this a textbook of general firearm ownership and an educational manual of hunting and shooting techniques. Written for both beginners and intermediate level firearms enthusiasts, the breadth of materials on rifles, pistols, and shotguns, will be sure to inform even experienced shooters an hunters. This has become my standard gift to people young and old that are just entering the world of shooting, and I have read this, and prior editions, many times for refreshers.

5.0 out of 5 stars If you own a gun, know what you are doing

C.L. · January 29, 2024

Very informative, even for those of us that have been around for many decades.

5.0 out of 5 stars ABC’s of Firearms

F. · June 29, 2021

Much of it is basic, but it’s good read and refresher on some things I had forgotten about. Dave Petzal is a hero of mine. I just wanted a little more meat on the bones.

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect beginners book

c. · March 26, 2023

Perfect book for a beginner. Great information.

5.0 out of 5 stars It covers just about everything

J.s. · August 25, 2022

Has a lot of good information and good illustrations.

5.0 out of 5 stars The Total Gun Manual- new edition

J.P.S. · May 12, 2021

this is fantastic- i was fairly read about firearms and this fought me so much more. i love this series of books by outdoor life/field and stream.

Excellent Quick Reference

S.G. · October 14, 2024

This book is best described as a "Coles Notes" for shooting sports. High quality pictures & diagrams from cover to cover. Excellent reference for the novice and experienced hunting/shooting sportsperson. You will find yourself flipping through it often.

Lots of experience presented in an entertaining style

W. · April 9, 2023

I am a German shooter since decades and was still learning and loughing. The book is a very general overview but still full of details which might help you. It is written in an entertaining funny way and full of jokes based on an outdoor humor grown in field and woods…Thank you authors, thank you Bolo.

Great book

A.C. · November 22, 2021

Lot of info just be aware all of others version of this book are exactly textbook the same. I bought all of them thinking i was gettin different info big deception.

Great read

F. · September 7, 2020

Great read. Very useful information for a new shooter.

Gift

j. · December 18, 2020

Arrived in good shape. This is a gift

Total Gun Manual (Field & Stream): Updated and Expanded! 375 Essential Shooting Skills

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Total Gun Manual (Field & Stream): Updated and Expanded! 375 Essential Shooting Skills

Product ID: U168188240K
Condition: New

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Type: Paperback

AED13826

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

This revised edition of the popular 2012 title is the most up-to-date and extensive guide to guns available. Updated and expanded for 2017, including an entire new section on range-shooting skills and 30+ new items, one of the most trusted brands in outdoor sports brings you the new The Total Gun Manual.

David E. Petzal and Phil Bourjaily, Field & Stream’s shooting sports experts, are the top-rated writers working in the field today, due to their knowledge, experience, and their ability to communicate even complicated topics with clear, simple language and a dry and engaging wit.

New hints cover range-shooting skills, the fastest-growing segment of the shooting world. For newbies and weekend shooters, the range offers a safe, affordable way to try out target practice and have fun with friends. The book also covers:

Gun basics: Getting started, gun safety, choosing the right gun, and more.

Handguns: Expanded handgun section covers range, target, and indoor shooting for the casual enthusiast and the serious shooter.

Rifles: Whether for hunting or target practice, David Petzal has decades of experience and expertise, and shares it all with his trademark sense of humor.

Shotguns: Phil Bourjaily is a year-round hunter as well as coaching clay and skeet shooting teams, so he knows his shotguns and how to impart tips and tricks.

Gear up, shoot better, hunt smarter, stay safer with
The Total Gun Manual.


Editorial Reviews

About the Author

David E. Petzal, the rifles field editor of Field & Stream, has been with the publication since 1972. He served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1969, and he began writing about rifles and rifle shooting during his service in 1964. He is a Benefactor Member of the National Rifle Association and a Life Member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association. He has hunted all over the United States and Canada, as well as in Europe, Africa, and New Zealand. Petzal wrote The .22 Rifle and edited The Encyclopedia of Sporting Firearms. In 2002, he was awarded the Leupold Jack Slack Writer of the Year Award, and in 2005 he received the Zeiss Outdoor Writer of the Year Award, making him the first person to win both.

Phil Bourjaily sold his first outdoor story—on snipe hunting—to
Field & Stream in 1985. Today, he is the magazine's Shotguns columnist and co-writer, with David Petzal, of the "The Gun Nut" blog on Fieldandstream.com. He is the author of the Field & Stream Turkey Hunting Handbook and, as a turkey hunter, has renounced early mornings in favor of sleeping in and killing spring gobblers between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. He makes his home, with his wife and two sons, in his birthplace of Iowa City, Iowa.

Field & Stream is “The World’s Leading Outdoor Magazine.” Devoted to the complete outdoor experience and lifestyle, Field & Stream gives its readers the knowledge and inspiration to pursue the sports they love. The brand celebrates the outdoor experience with great stories, compelling photography and sound advice, while honoring the traditions hunters and fishermen have passed down for generations.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book in Easily Digestable Bits

J.T. · June 25, 2025

Lively read, very comprehensive without being overwhelming. Quick to find relevant topics and highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars Durable book cover and very well made.

A.C. · March 24, 2025

Very Informative in detail and all illustrations. Very well detailed book in every aspect.

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the best bookon the fundamentals of firearms, use, care, and practical knowlege availble.

T.A. · January 29, 2019

For years, I have followed Petzal and Bourjaily’s quality journalism in the pages of Field and Stream. Their experience and breadth of knowledge is legendary, yet they both convey ideas and practical skills with down to Earth language that is comprehensive and compelling. You can easily sense the care and passion both writers have for the topic, and their complete expertise on each topic.Each segment of this book is presented in a bite sized chunk, with well done artwork, graphics, and photography to illustrate the material. The combination of fine writing and illustration make this a textbook of general firearm ownership and an educational manual of hunting and shooting techniques. Written for both beginners and intermediate level firearms enthusiasts, the breadth of materials on rifles, pistols, and shotguns, will be sure to inform even experienced shooters an hunters. This has become my standard gift to people young and old that are just entering the world of shooting, and I have read this, and prior editions, many times for refreshers.

5.0 out of 5 stars If you own a gun, know what you are doing

C.L. · January 29, 2024

Very informative, even for those of us that have been around for many decades.

5.0 out of 5 stars ABC’s of Firearms

F. · June 29, 2021

Much of it is basic, but it’s good read and refresher on some things I had forgotten about. Dave Petzal is a hero of mine. I just wanted a little more meat on the bones.

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect beginners book

c. · March 26, 2023

Perfect book for a beginner. Great information.

5.0 out of 5 stars It covers just about everything

J.s. · August 25, 2022

Has a lot of good information and good illustrations.

5.0 out of 5 stars The Total Gun Manual- new edition

J.P.S. · May 12, 2021

this is fantastic- i was fairly read about firearms and this fought me so much more. i love this series of books by outdoor life/field and stream.

Excellent Quick Reference

S.G. · October 14, 2024

This book is best described as a "Coles Notes" for shooting sports. High quality pictures & diagrams from cover to cover. Excellent reference for the novice and experienced hunting/shooting sportsperson. You will find yourself flipping through it often.

Lots of experience presented in an entertaining style

W. · April 9, 2023

I am a German shooter since decades and was still learning and loughing. The book is a very general overview but still full of details which might help you. It is written in an entertaining funny way and full of jokes based on an outdoor humor grown in field and woods…Thank you authors, thank you Bolo.

Great book

A.C. · November 22, 2021

Lot of info just be aware all of others version of this book are exactly textbook the same. I bought all of them thinking i was gettin different info big deception.

Great read

F. · September 7, 2020

Great read. Very useful information for a new shooter.

Gift

j. · December 18, 2020

Arrived in good shape. This is a gift

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