Picture 1 of 1
Stock photo
Picture 1 of 1
Stock photo
FN FAL Battle Rifle by Bob Cashner (2013, Trade Paperback)
grandeagleretail (946913)
98.2% positive feedback
Price:
$23.20
Free shipping
Returns:
30 days returns. Buyer pays for return shipping. If you use an eBay shipping label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Condition:
The FN FAL Battle Rifle by Bob Cashner, Steve Noon. Author Bob Cashner, Steve Noon. Of all the infantry small arms developed during World War II, one that generated the most interest was the German 'assault rifle', the StG 44 Sturmgewehr.
- Buy It NowThe FN FAL Battle Rifle by Bob Cashner (English) Paperback Book
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherBloomsbury Publishing
ISBN-101780969031
ISBN-139781780969039
eBay Product ID (ePID)143835596
Product Key Features
Original LanguageEnglish
Book TitleFn Fal Battle Rifle
Number of Pages80 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMilitary / Weapons, Military / Vietnam War, Military / Wars & Conflicts (Other)
Publication Year2013
IllustratorYes, Noon, Steve
GenreHistory
AuthorBob Cashner
Book SeriesWeapon Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.2 in
Item Weight10.1 Oz
Item Length9.7 in
Item Width7.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
TitleLeadingThe
Series Volume Number27
SynopsisOf all the infantry small arms developed during World War II, one that generated the most interest was the German 'assault rifle', the StG 44 Sturmgewehr. This innovative weapon inspired the Soviet AK-47 in 7.62x39mm calibre. In the West, the NATO countries looked hard at new weapons to upgrade their own infantry arsenals and counter the AK-47, resulting in the design of the Fusil Automatique Léger or FAL. It proved to be a successful battle rifle and was soon adopted by the military and police forces of no fewer than 93 nations. The FAL dominated the militaries of the West to such a degree that its nickname became the Right Arm of the Free World. The FAL fulfilled every role it was asked to perform and remains a viable and well-respected weapon to this day., Of all the infantry small arms developed during World War II, one that generated the most interest was the German 'assault rifle', the StG 44 Sturmgewehr. This innovative weapon fired an intermediate cartridge much more powerful and long-ranged than the standard pistol rounds used in submachine guns, but smaller and lighter than a full-size 7.92mm rifle round, producing less recoil and enabling the soldier to carry more ammunition. The StG 44 and the Soviet weapon it inspired, the AK-47 in 7.62x39mm calibre, could still effectively and accurately engage targets on semi-automatic out to 300m, but when close-range firepower was needed could fire on full-automatic like a submachine gun. In the West, the NATO countries looked hard at new weapons to upgrade their own infantry arsenals and counter the AK-47. Although British and other designers developed their own prototype assault rifles chambered for intermediate cartridges, the Americans adopted the M14 'battle rifle' and forced a common full-length calibre, 7.62x51mm, on their NATO allies. Fabrique Nationale of Belgium designed a new military rifle, the Fusil Automatique L ger or FAL, as an assault rifle using a true intermediate cartirdge, but this innovative weapon also proved to be a successful battle rifle when adapted for the full-length NATO round. It was soon adopted by the military and police forces of no fewer than 93 nations around the globe, from the United Kingdom to Israel, and was manufactured under licence on every populated continent. It remains in production to this day and is regarded by most as the quintessential postwar battle rifle. In fact, the FAL dominated the militaries of the West to such a degree that its nickname became the Right Arm of the Free World. Roughly comparable in terms of size and weight to other contemporary battle rifles such as the American M14 and the German Heckler & Koch G3, the FAL proved to be reliable and well loved by its users. It performed reliably in a wide variety of small wars and insurgencies, in the hands of professional soldiers as well as those of hastily trained conscripts and essentially untrained guerrillas. It proved itself in harsh environments as varied as the cold, wet, featureless Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic, the snow and ice of Norway and northern Canada, the deep jungles of Vietnam and Malaya, the deserts of the Middle East, and the streets of Belfast. While thankfully never called upon for its original intent - facing down hordes of mechanized Soviet infantry on the plains of Western Europe - the FAL fulfilled every role it was asked to perform and remains a viable and well-respected weapon to this day.
LC Classification NumberUD395.F16
All listings for this product
![The FN FAL Battle Rifle (Weapon) by Bob Cashner [Paperback]](https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/39EAAeSw-j1oi~uD/s-l225.jpg)
![The FN FAL Battle Rifle (Weapon) by Bob Cashner [Paperback]](https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/wTYAAeSwTXRoNZwy/s-l225.jpg)
Ratings and Reviews
Most relevant reviews
- Oct 30, 2015
Easy read with interesting information.
This book is a fairly short, but, very interesting read. In addition to detailing the various models, it tell of the rifles deployment around the world, telling great tales of it's use.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 15, 2019
Well done book
Good coverage of the FN FAL in a book this size and loys of photos. It's an enjoyable and educational read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jan 28, 2019
Book Review
The book is VERY BASIC about the gun itself. Provides Good insight on the HISTORY of each model.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Oct 31, 2018
Good History
Great overview of the history of this grand rifle.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jan 10, 2018
Book review
Excellent introduction to the FAL rifle!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
