"M 16" by Jean Huon is a 2004 hardcover book published by Case Mate Publishers & Book Distributors, LLC. It is a comprehensive look at the history and development of the M 16 rifle, with a focus on its military significance and impact. The book features illustrations and weighs 37.8 ounces, making it a substantial and informative read for those interested in antiques, history, and firearms. With 160 pages, this book provides a detailed exploration of the M 16 weapon, making it a valuable addition to any collection or library.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCase Mate Publishers & Book Distributors, LLC
ISBN-101932033254
ISBN-139781932033250
eBay Product ID (ePID)30226588
Product Key Features
Book TitleM 16
Number of Pages160 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2004
TopicMilitary / Weapons, Modern / General, Firearms & Weapons
IllustratorYes
GenreAntiques & Collectibles, History
AuthorJean Huon
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight37.8 Oz
Item Length12.1 in
Item Width8.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2005-284599
ReviewsThis is an ideal reference book for shooters, arms students, military historians, and anyone else interested in the AR-15/M16 rifles.
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal623.4/425
SynopsisIn 1965 when the US intervened in San Domingo military observers noted that the para's of the 82nd Airborne were armed with a completely new gun made of light alloy and plastic.This was the M 16, a weapon developed by an aeronautical engineer based on the design of Eugene Stoner. It was subsequently used in Vietnam and it was there that it became world renowned. With a number of adaptations more than ten million M 16's have been produced and it is in service in at least 80 countries.Jean Huon tells the fascinating story of this weapon. Packed with more than 200 full color images and 200 black and white photos, The M 16 is a comprehensive history of the development of this key weapon. The book shows every conceivable version , variant, and accessory of the weapon. It even includes versions made under license by other manufacturers. The M 16 will be of enormous interest to collectors and gun enthusiasts and to historians of the Vietnam and Post Vietnam eras., In 1965 when the US intervened in San Domingo military observers noted that the para's of the 82nd Airborne were armed with a completely new gun made of light alloy and plastic. This was the M 16, a weapon developed by an aeronautical engineer based on the design of Eugene Stoner. It was subsequently used in Vietnam and it was there that it became world renowned. With a number of adaptations more than ten million M 16's have been produced and it is in service in at least 80 countries. Jean Huon tells the fascinating story of this weapon. Packed with more than 200 full color images and 200 black and white photos, The M 16 is a comprehensive history of the development of this key weapon. The book shows every conceivable version, variant, and accessory of the weapon. It even includes versions made under license by other manufacturers. The M 16 will be of enormous interest to collectors and gun enthusiasts and to historians of the Vietnam and Post Vietnam eras., In 1965 when the US intervened in San Domingo military observers noted that the para's of the 82nd Airborne were armed with a completely new gun made of light alloy and plastic.This was the M 16, a weapon developed by an aeronautical engineer based on the design of Eugene Stoner. It was subsequently used in Vietnam and it was there that it became world renowned. With a number of adaptations more than ten million M 16's have been produced and it is in service in at least 80 countries.Jean Huon tells the fascinating story of this weapon. Packed with more than 200 full color images and 200 black and white photos, The M 16 is a comprehensive history of the development of this key weapon. The book shows every conceivable version, variant, and accessory of the weapon. It even includes versions made under license by other manufacturers. The M 16 will be of enormous interest to collectors and gun enthusiasts and to historians of the Vietnam and Post Vietnam eras.