Cartridges of the World: A Complete and Illustrated Reference Source for over 1500 of the World's Sporting Cartridges

by Frank & McPherson Barnes

The world's only complete volume on 1,500+ American and European rifle, pistol, and shotgun cartridges-featuring ballistics, cartridge dimensions, loading data, and histories of current and obsolete rounds-now boasts nearly 100 new cartridge listings! Shooters, ammunition reloaders, and cartridge collectors will find their ammo answers here.

Genres: Reference

480 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1969

Reviews

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent summary of not only the popular cartridges we're used to (9mm Luger, 223 Remington, etc.), but also the fascinating rare, outdated, and "wildcat" cartridges that have existed over time.
More than just a list, this book contains the history and pros/cons for each cartridge. Surprisingly readable.

[Checkman · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent reference piece. While there is the ocassional mistake or ommission the book is updated periodically. It can be used for reference, research or just general knowledge. My copy is now eight years old and getting pretty worn around the edges. I am constantly taking it on and off the shelf. I guess I'm going to have to get the new edition. Can't recommend it enough.

[Ray A · Rating 5 out of 5]

Probably the single most readable reference book I've found to date. Found myself laughing outloud with some of the write-ups.