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Record Nr.

UNINA9910786095803321

Autore

Walker Robert E. <1973->

Titolo

Cartridges and firearm identification [[electronic resource] /] / Robert E. Walker

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Boca Raton, : Taylor & Francis, 2013

ISBN

0-429-25320-6

1-4665-8881-0

1-4665-0207-X

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (383 p.)

Collana

Advances in materials science and engineering

Classificazione

LAW041000

Disciplina

363.2562

683.4

Soggetti

Cartridges - Identification

Evidence, Expert

Firearms - Identification

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references.

Nota di contenuto

Front Cover; Contents; Foreword; Preface; Acknowledgments; About the Author; Chapter 1 - The World of Firearms and Ammunition; Chapter 2 - Ammunition Cartridges; Chapter 3 - Cartridge Head Stamps; Chapter 4 - Firearms; Chapter 5 - Firearm Markings; References; Back Cover

Sommario/riassunto

At a time when crime scene television shows are all the rage amongst the civilian population, knowledge of firearm forensics is of paramount importance to crime scene analysts, police detectives, and attorneys for both the prosecution and the defense. Cartridges and Firearm Identification brings together a unique, multidisciplined approach to questions that arise regarding ammunition and firearms within the context of investigation. Supplying essential practical information about firearms and ammunition in a clear, easy-to-follow format, this volume:De