Books (Knives)
Bullets and Blades is now pleased to be able to offer a number of books related to the collecting and study of antique swords.
Our books are all sourced direct from authors and publishers and sent direct to you. Therefore you may notice that shipping costs may vary with each item depending upon where it will come from. We do this so that as well as receiving large discounts for our customers, the total price to you will be as low as possible. We have special relationships with all our suppliers so we aim to be the cheapest source for your specialist books, so please let us know if you can find the books cheaper anywhere else.
If you are looking for a specific book but cannot find it in our catalogue then please email me. We are in contact with a large number of book dealers and we may be able to source the book for you. This includes foreign language and rare out of print works.
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| ALLIED MILITARY FIGHTING KNIVES Robert A Buerlein (New) Paladin is pleased to reissue this classic book in the field of military battle knives. Allied Military Fighting Knives chronicles in detail the background, development and variations of both common and unusual combat knives. It also provides firsthand ac |  | Price : $32 USD Shipping to America : $9 |
| CIVIL WAR KNIVES Marc Newman (New) Knife collectors liken their hobby to collecting pieces of history, and most know that the details behind each piece are what make each knife truly special. Until now, the stories behind the many knives carried by soldiers and sailors during America's most trying period have been tainted by conjecture and speculation. With Civil War Knives, author and historian Marc Newman clears the smoke from the battlefield. In addition to blade designs that were seen at such battlefields as Gettysburg, Vicksburg, and Bull Run, this remarkable book examines the individuals who carried these knives and also features discussions of American and British cutlers (with special emphasis on the master bladesmiths of Sheffield who provided knives to both the Blue and the Gray); examinations of knife designs - dirks, Bowies, African throwing knives, farrier knives, naval pocketknives, D-guards, push daggers - and what factors influenced their makers; the incredible story of Lincoln's assassin and the plot to kill not only the president, but the vice president, secretary of state, and U.S. Grant on the same night; a separate chapter on how prisoners of war manufactured knives used to help them break out of prison; and a close look at regiments famous for carrying knives. Hundreds of excellent photographs of knives from dozens of Union and Confederate units and numerous individuals round out the text, showing unusual, rare, and common examples of cut-down swords, poignards, ornate clip-point knives, exquisite presentation knives, blades with patriotic engravings of the era, and much more Softcover 978-1-58160-607-2 120 pages 8.5" x 11" photos |  | Price : $22 USD Shipping to America : $9 |
| KNIVES OF WAR Gordon Hughes, Barry Jenkins and Robert A Buerlein (New) This book has the widest array of international fighting knives ever assembled! Compiled by three of the most recognized names in historical military knives, Knives of War presents detailed line drawings, rare historical photos and fascinating facts and anecdotes about the edged weapons used by both sides during World Wars I and II, as well as contemporary fighting knives since World War II. A number of World War II veterans who used these weapons on (or behind) the front lines in elite units enthusiastically shared inside information with the authors, and it is presented here for the first time. Of particular interest is some previously unknown information about the U.S. Marine Raider Gung Ho Knife and the Gerber Mark II Combat Knife, as well as a wealth of details on the most famous fighting knife of all, the Fairbairn-Sykes. Among the other edged weapons examined in this book are big knives; knuckle knives; folding and gravity military knives; bayonet and sword conversions; ceremonial hangers; and trench clubs. Softcover 978-1-58160-516-7 124 pages 8.5" x 11" photos, illust. |  | Price : $20 USD Shipping to America : $9 |
| RANDALL MADE KNIVES Robert L. Gaddis (New) This authorized history of Bo Randall and his blades was compiled through meticulous research that included correspondence, original sketches, personal interviews and rare photos - including his never-before-seen first knife. Destined to become the definitive history for collectors, bladesmiths and historians. “Bo” Randall founded the company in 1938 after making knives for several years as a hobby. Although “Bo” Randall originally designed his knives for sporting use and sold them at sporting goods stores, customers from the military initially provided his biggest boost in business and launched his company nationally. In the early 1940s, Randall knives significantly increased in popularity after receiving good publicity during WW II. Several noted war heroes and GIs on all fronts carried Randall knives with them into major battles. Air Force Captain Ronald Reagan, future U.S. President also owned a Randall knife in WW II. Shortly after the war, the popularity of Randall knives increased among users outside the military and “Bo” Randall developed additional models specifically for expanding markets. As the U.S. initiated its space program, NASA turned to Randall for development of a survival knife for its astronauts and Major Gordon Cooper worked with “Bo” Randall on the design of the Model 17 “Astro”. These first astronauts carried their Randalls into space. After recovering the Liberty Bell 7 Mercury space capsule from the ocean in 1999, astronaut Gus Grissom’s Randall knife was found inside. Despite spending 40 years at a depth of 15,000 feet underwater, the knife was still serviceable after a good cleaning. Specifications 280 x 215 mm 304 pages pages photos and illustrations |  | Price : $51 USD I am sorry but we do not know the shipping value to your location. Please email me for a quote |
| The Bowie Knife Norm Flayderman (New) From Norm Flayderman, perhaps the best-known name in arms collecting, comes this exciting new book on the Bowie Knife. All we can say is "You will be astounded...It's great." The size and quality of this book make it a huge bargain. It is a deluxe edition, printed entirely in color, with hundreds of massive, professional photographs showing every detail of your favorite knives. As an added bonus, the photos also contain a countless selection of some of the best guns and swords that you will ever see - so while this is technically a knife book, it truly has something for everyone. For instance, there is a large chapter on Dueling in America, and the Civil War chapters are a book in and of themselves. This is simply a "must-buy" purchase for any collector of antique weaponry. You won't be disappointed. 512 pages, 9x12", hardcover |  | Price : $74 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| The London Knife Book,
An A-Z Guide to London Cutlers 1820-1945 Ron Flook (New) This unique new information and reference tool is designed to provide antique dealers and knife collectors around the world, with information for previously unpublished London knivesand the cutlers who made or retailed them. Authored by Ron Flook, The London Knife Book is expected to change the face of London knife collecting, and provide previously unpublished information on London’s extensive cutlery industry. Utilising the knowledge and experience of respected knife historian, collector and author, Ron Flook, this new publication documents a host of unique and highly sought after London knives. Using high quality colour photography and concise information, readers can very quickly match or discount knives against a trusted source, and further enjoy products from this little documented period.
Using the London Knife Book, antique knife collectors and dealers, and family history researchers can now: Much of the latter information will be also of significant benefit to those researching London Trades and Guilds, and family history related to the cutlery industry. Its listing of over a 1000 names
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