Frank Pachmayr: The Story of America's Master Gunsmith and His Guns
A historically significant biography of Frank A. Pachmayr, America''s gunsmith emeritus. German-born Frank Pachmayr emigrated to America with his family as a boy. Pachmayr is conceded to be the first to modify the U. S. Military Model 1911A1/Colt Government Model into today's most popular and accurate combat/target pistol. He was among the first to customize double-action revolvers into improved target guns. He originated the modern rubber recoil pads and neoprene pistol grips that still bear his name. He created some of the most valuable and beautifully engraved and gold inlaid rifles and shotguns ever seen. 302 pages. 7¼" x 10¼".