Frank Barnes (gunsmith)

Frank C. Barnes
Born (1918-06-25)June 25, 1918
Chicago, illinois
Died January 8, 1992(1992-01-08) (aged 73)
Nationality American
Occupation gunsmith, author

Frank C. Barnes (June 25, 1918 – 1992[1]) was an American 20th Century gunsmith and cartridge designer. He was the author of Cartridges of the World and the designer of the .308×1.5" Barnes, the .458×1.5in, and the .458×2" American.

History

Barnes was born in Chicago. He had a master's degree in Justice.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 Barnes, Frank C. (2006) [1965]. Skinner, Stan, ed. Cartridges of the World (11th ed.). Iola, WI, USA: Gun Digest Books. p. 552. ISBN 0-89689-297-2.
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