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Handbook of Firearms and Ballistics 2nd ed

Brian J. Heard

ISBN13: 9780470694602

Published: October 2008

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Country of Publication: USA

Format: Hardback

Price: Out of print

The updated second edition of Handbook of Firearms and Ballistics includes recent developed analytical techniques and methodologies with a more comprehensive glossary, additional material, and new case studies.

With a new chapter on the determination of bullet caliber via x-ray photography, this edition includes revised material on muzzle attachments, proof marks, non-toxic bullets, and gunshot residues.

Essential reading for forensic scientists, firearms examiners, defense and prosecution practitioners, the judiciary, and police force, this book is also a helpful reference guide for undergraduate and graduate forensic science students.

Subjects:: Evidence, Criminal Law

Contents:: Contents: Developments in Forensic Science. Acknowledgements. Foreword.; 1 Firearms.; 1.1 A Brief History of Firearms.; 1.2 Weapon Types and Their Operation.; 1.3 Proof Marks. Further Reading.; 2 Ammunition.; 2.1 A Brief History of Ammunition.; 2.2 Ammunition Components.; 2.3 Non-toxic Shot.; 2.4 A Brief History of Propellants.; 2.5 Priming Compounds and Primers.; 2.6 Headstamp Markings on Ammunition.; 3 Ballistics.; 3.1 Internal, External and Terminal Ballistics.; 3.2 Internal Ballistics.; 3.3 External Ballistics.; 3.4 Terminal Ballistics.; 4 Forensic Firearms Examination.; 4.1 A Brief History of Forensic Firearms Identification.; 4.2 Rifling Types and Their Identification.; 4.3 Fluted, Annular Ringed, Helical, Perforated and Oversized Chambers.; 4.4 Basic Concepts of Striation Matching.; 4.5 Basic Methodology Used in Comparison Microscopy.; 4.6 Mathematical Proof of Striation Matches.; 4.7 Accidental Discharge.; 4.8 Identification of Calibre from the Bullet Entry Hole.; 4.9 Ricochet Analysis.; 4.10 Bullet Penetration and Trajectory through Glass.; 5 Range of Firing Estimations and Bullet Hole Examinations.; 5.1 Introduction.; 5.2 The Use of X-ray Photography.; 5.3 Range of Firing Estimations for Pistols and Rifles.; 5.4 Chemical Tests for Range of Firing Estimations and Bullet Entry/Exit Hole Identification.; 5.5 Range of Firing Estimations for Shotguns.; 6 Gunshot Residue Examination.; 6.1 Introduction.; 6.2 Formation of Discharge Residue.; 6.3 Distribution of GSR Particles.; 6.4 Identification of GSR Particles.; 6.5 The Use of the SEM for GSR Detection.; 6.6 Sample Collection.; 6.7 GSR Retention.; 6.8 Conservation of GSR Particles on the Hands.; 6.9 GSR Distribution on the Hands.; 6.10 Identification of Type of Ammunition, Country of Origin from GSR Analysis.; 6.11 Environmental Contaminants.; 6.12 Sources of Elements Commonly Found in Lead-Based GSRs.; 6.13 Extending the Recovery Period for GSR.; 7 Gun-Handling Tests.; 7.1 Introduction.; 7.2 Methodology for Ferrozine Use.; 7.3 Case Notes.; 8 Restoration of Erased Numbers.; 8.1 Introduction.; 8.2 Methods Used for Removal of Serial Numbers.; 8.3 Theory behind Number Restoration.; 8.4 Non-recoverable Methods of Number Removal.; 8.5 Practice of Number Restoration.; 8.6 Chemical Methods of Restoration.; 8.7 Reagents Used for Various Metals.; 8.8 Electrolytic Methods of Restoration.; 8.9 Reagents Used.; 8.10 Ultrasonic Cavitation for Restoration.; 8.11 Magnetic Particle Method for Restoration.; 8.12 Other Methods of Restoration.; 8.13 Laser-Etched Serial Numbers and Bar Codes and Their Restoration.; 9 Qualifying the Expert and Cross-Examination Questions.; 9.1 Introduction.; 9.2 General Background Questions.; 9.3 Comparison Microscopy.; 9.4 GSRs.; 9.5 Ferrozine Test.; 9.6 Standard of Review: 'Daubert Trilogy'.; 10 Classification of Firearm-Related Death.; 10.1 Multiple-Shot Suicides.; 11 Glossary. Appendix 1 Important dates in the History of Firearms from 1247. Appendix 2 GSR results for Chinese and USSR ammunition. Appendix 3 Primer content of some cartridge-operated nail guns. Appendix 4 Commercial and General Abbreviations for Bullet Configurations. Appendix 5 Trade Names. Appendix 6 Gun Marks. Appendix 7 Powder Burn Rate. Appendix 8 Hearing Loss. Appendix 9 General Firearms Values Conversion Table. Index.