The Duck Hunter’s Handbook (1977, Third Printing) — Bob Hinman | Winchester Press, B/W Photos, Waterfowl Hunting Outdoor Sports

Here’s a field-tested classic for waterfowl hunting: Bob Hinman’s The Duck Hunter’s Handbook, published by Winchester Press.
Originally issued in 1974, this 1977 third printing covers guns, decoys, calling, setups, and real-world tactics.
Inside you’ll find clear black-and-white photos throughout, plus two vintage pamphlets the previous owner tucked inside for quick ID in the marsh

Quick Specs

• Item Type: Hardcover book with dust jacket
• Size: Not provided
• Material: Green cloth boards; paper text block; printed dust jacket
• Color: Green boards; multicolor hunting scene on jacket
• Origin or Maker: Winchester Press, New York
• Year or Era: 1977 (third printing; ©1974)
• GENRE: Hunting & Outdoor Sports / Waterfowl Hunting
• Language / Pages: English, 252 pages
• Identifiers: ISBN 0-87691-146-7; LCCN 74-78700

Edition & Features

• Edition/Printing: Third printing (1977) — later printing
• Dust Jacket: Present
• Illustrations/Maps/Plates: B/W photographs throughout
• Extras: Two period pamphlets inserted by prior owner: “Ducks at a Distance: A Waterfowl Identification Guide” and Ducks Unlimited Waterfowler’s Guide (both pictured)

Condition Grade: Fair to Good

Notes: Dust jacket shows heavy wear—multiple edge tears, chips, creasing, and folds; jacket edges rolled. Boards with corner bumps; textblock edges age-toned. Interior pages look clean on a spot check with some page-tip creases from use; binding intact.

See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.

About the Author / Maker

Bob Hinman wrote widely on wingshooting; Winchester Press specialized in practical sporting titles used by hunters and anglers in the field.

Stock up before the season—this is a no-nonsense, use-it copy.

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