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| A Collector's Guide to the German Gew. 88 "Commission" Rifle Paul S. Scarlata (New) Your complete guide to "Commission" Rifles and Carbines, including their use outside of Germany and copies of the system with its famous magazine. Covers it all! Rifles, carbines, bayonets, disassembly steps for the rifle and bolt, historical development, battle history, cartridge data, test firing and collector hints. Softcover |  | Price : $27 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| An Illustrated Guide to the '03 Springfield Service Rifle Bruce N. Canfield (New) Your ultimate guide to the military '03 Springfield! Three times as large as the author's previous best selling book on this topic. Covers all models, all manufacturers and all conflicts, including WWI, WWII and beyond. Heavily illustrated with professional photography showing the details that separate a great collectible rifle from the rest. Serial number tables, combat photos, sniper rifles and more! Countless photos, 240 pages, 8.5" x 11". Hardcover |  | Price : $46 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Bolt Action Military Rifles of the World Stuart C. Mowbray & Joe Puleo (New) Discover a whole world of bolt action military rifles as your authors take you on a country-by-country tour of these fascinating weapons. Never before has this subject been covered in such detail -- including an astounding 2,431 professional color photographs. Each rifle is shown in a number of large overall and close-up views, including serial numbers and mechanical variations. Small features like proof marks are blown up in massive, clear enlargements so every detail can be observed. Translations are provided when rifles are marked in another language and all confusing proofs, serial numbers and markings are explained. Handy tables list key specifications for each rifle, making identifying rifles in your collection easy, while the straight-forward text covers manufacture of the weapon and its issue to the troops. Special attention is given to identifying valuable rarities while avoiding rebuilds and fakes. Find out why the editor of the "American Rifleman" calls this new guide, "absolutely the finest single volume on the subject to date...invaluable" and says "if you are at all interested in military bolt-action rifles, you must buy this book." And since it is written by the editors of Gun Collector magazine, you know you can trust the information. Whether you are interested in Mausers, Mosin-Nagants, Enfields, Springfields, Lebels or Arisakas or any other military bolt action, this "must have" reference guide will quickly become a trusted tool in your reference arsenal. Printed to the highest standards in full color, it might just be the most beautiful gun book ever produced...so don't hesitate. You are going to love it. 11"wide x 8.5"tall, Hardcover, 408 pages, too many illustrations to count!!! |  | Price : $66 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| British Military Flintlock Rifles De Witt Bailey, Ph.D. (New) Historians have always been intrigued by Riflemen and the special weapons that they carried. This fascination even extends to the general public, as can be seen by the popularity of such books and television shows as Sharpe's Rifles. Unfortunately, until now there has been little solid information available about the rifles themselves and which units carried them into battle. In this exciting new book, respected author De Witt Bailey will answer all of these questions and more! Starting with the Seven Years War, he tells the whole story right through the American Revolution, the Napoleonic Age and to the end of the flintlock era. Each rifle is illustrated (exactly where it is discussed in the text) in truly exceptional photographs, 320 in all, with the important details shown in large, clear close-ups. The types of rifles covered are too many to list, but include such famous weapons as the Ferguson, the Pattern 1776 and the rifles used by German mercenaries and royalists in the American Revolution. Naturally, a large portion of the book is dedicated to the most famous British flintlock rifle of them all - the Baker. No matter whether you are interested in military history, marksmanship in the British Army, accoutrements and ammunition, or flintlock rifles themselves, this book will be sure to thrill you. Even such unexpected topics as the rifles given as gifts to American Indians in British service are carefully explained and illustrated. And it is all documented by decades of archival research and the inspection of countless surviving rifles throughout the English-speaking world. Whether you are a military historian eager to learn about the exciting story of Riflemen in the British service, or an antique firearms enthusiast who needs help identifying a rifle in his collection, this book will quickly become one of your most trusted references. 264 pages, 320 photos, 8.5" x 11" hardcover. |  | Price : $45 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Collecting Classic Bolt Action Military Rifles Paul S. Scarlata (New) Bolt Action Military Rifles are the hottest field in arms collecting today - and it's easy to see why! While there are plenty of inexpensive examples out there to entice beginning collectors, there are just as many great rarities and exotic models for the experts. In this new book, author Paul Scarlata, one of the most recognized names in gun writing today, covers all aspects of this exciting field. He clearly describes all of the various bolt action systems used by the different nations, and how they differ from each other. Over 400 large photographs detail key features you will need to recognize in order to identify guns for your collection. Learn the original military configurations of these service rifles so that you can tell them apart from altered guns and bad restorations. The historical sections are particularly strong, giving readers a clear understanding of how and why these rifles were developed, and which troops used them. Advanced collectors will be fascinated by the countless historical photographs of these guns in the hands of troops. And, in order to show which rifles were superior to others and why some armies had an advantage over their rivals, Scarlata tests a selection of these rifles on the range, giving you in-depth reports on their performance, not just for accuracy, but for ease of use, durability, quality of ammunition and combat effectiveness. During the era of the classic bolt action military rifle, a soldier's rifle was his best friend, protecting him from danger and serving him faithfully. For today's collector, Paul Scarlata's exciting new book may be just as important. Hardcover, 280 pages 8.5 x 11, 400+ black and white photos |  | Price : $37 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Collector's Guide to Military Rifle Disassembly and Reassembly Stuart C. Mowbray and Joe Puleo (New) Your comprehensive guide to disassembly and reassembly steps for cartridge military rifles. Everything from the Trapdoor Springfield to the AK47 is included! 49 complete breakdowns PLUS 31 partial disassemblies of variations. This is by far the best book on this topic out there. You won't find any sporterized rifles or pieces of junk here. All the guns are collectible classics. The amazing part, given the price, is that every single picture in this book is printed in FULL COLOR on coated paper. You won't find a better value...that's for sure. Find out why the editor of American Rifleman calls this "an invaluable reference...and a must buy for all gun enthusiasts." Just check out the sample pages and illustrated Table of Contents to get a small idea of what you will get with this exciting new resource. FULL COLOR, 304 pages, deluxe coated paper, 1500+ color photographs, softcover |  | Price : $37 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Collector's Guide to Winchester in Service Bruce N. Canfield (New) Winchester firearms produced for the civilian have long been associated with the westward expansion-but this is only half of the Winchester story. Winchester's contribution to the national defense is unequaled - from Hotchkiss to the M14, each weapon is examined and illustrated. 192 pp., 8"x10 3/4", with 127 detailed photographs. Softcover |  | Price : $21 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Complete Guide to the M1 Garand and the M1 Carbine Bruce N. Canfield (New) Expanded and updated coverage. Nearly 300 pages of useful, hands-on knowledge! Detailed photos show specific features that separate rarities from fakes and rebuilds. Covers all of the manufacturers of components, parts, variations and markings. Learn which parts are proper for which guns. The total story behind these guns, from their invention through WWII, Korea, Vietnam and beyond! 300+ photos show you features, markings, overall views and action shots. Thirty-three tables and charts give instant reference to serial numbers, markings, dates of issue and proper configurations. Special sections on Sniper guns, National Match Rifles, exotic variations, accessories and more! 8 1/2"x11". 296 pp. Hardcover. |  | Price : $37 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Johnson Rifles and Machine Guns Bruce Canfield (New) The M1941 is the hottest World War II rifle on the collectors' market today, and this exciting new book covers it all! From invention and manufacture through issue to the troops, every aspect of the Johnson is explained and illustrated - including just the kind of hands-on information that you need, like collector's notes and serial number data. And that's not all! You will also learn about all the other Johnson weapons, like the Light Machine Guns, "Paratroop" rifles and aircraft cannon. Discover which troops used these unique guns, including those Johnson Rifles issued to the U.S. Marine Corps. See the weapons in action, from test firing to battle service. As if that isn't enough, author Bruce N. Canfield also tells the intriguing story of Johnson himself, using never-before-revealed sources provided by the inventor's son, Edward R, Johnson and Johnson researcher Robert L. Lamoreaux. Over 285 clear and detailed photographs show you the features that separate original configuration rifles from less valuable put-together guns and sporterized versions. This is the practical kind of help that will save you money and time. All accessories are covered, including the highly sought-after bayonets. Learn about Johnson's continual struggle against government bureaucrats, as his rifle stood head-to-head with the famous M1 Garand. This is truly an exciting story that will captivate anyone with an interest in World War II or weapons manufacturing. 285+ photos, 272 pp., 8.5" x 11". Hardcover |  | Price : $46 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| M-1 CARBINE - A Revolution in Gun-Stocking Grafton H. Cook, II and Barbara W. Cook (New) Ever wonder what the real story is behind the M1 Carbine? Would you like to know who really did most of the work making these famous guns? This exciting new book will introduce you to companies you have probably never heard of - like the S.E. Overton Company in Michigan. You will meet their people, see them at work, and come away with a whole new appreciation for the M1 Carbines they made. 208 pages, heavily illustrated with 157 rare photographs of the guns and the men and women who made them. |  | Price : $28 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Mannlicher Military Rifles; straight pull and turn bolt designs Paul S. Scarlata (New) Profusely illustrated with close-up photos, drawings and diagrams, this book is the most detailed examination of Mannlicher military rifles ever produced in the English language. Inside these pages, you will understand the genius behind Mannlicher's magazine systems, straight-pull and turn bolt military rifles. And you will learn why they became the standard by which all others were judged. Hardcover, 168 pages 8.5 x 11, filled with black & white photos |  | Price : $31 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Military Rifles of Two World Wars John Walter (New) In this informative book John Walter presents information on more than sixty weapons, including semi-automatics, auto-loaders, the Mauser, Lee-Enfield and Tokarev. A detailed description of each rifle and its key features is supported by technical data and selected illustrations. John Walter is the author of numerous books including The Guns that Won the West, The Luger Story and The Greenhill Dictionary of Guns and Gunmakers. Specifications 151 x 216mm 144 pages 160 illustrations |  | Price : $25 USD I am sorry but we do not know the shipping value to your location. Please email me for a quote |
| Rifle Story John Walter (New) The Rifle Story tells the fascinating story of the development and use of the rifle, from its advent in central Europe for target shooting through its first hesitant use in war to the precision shooting machines of today. Set against the fascinating anecdotal history of the use and abuse of the rifle, the book tracks not only the impact of technology on the ability to hit targets effectively at ever-increasing range, but also highlights the continual bickering between inventors who felt that novelty was the same as progress, military hierarchies that were often blinkered by out-of-date thinking, and parsimonious governments interested only in keeping the costs of weaponry to the absolute minimum. The need to supply guns and ammunition to remote colonies, pushing back the frontiers of civilisation for good or bad, made fortunes for many enterprising gunmakers. Colt, Winchester and Mauser are just three of the many manufacturers to gain (and retain) commercial renown. The story is scattered with flashes of brilliance of designers – some well-known, others now forgotten – and disasters on an international scale that were rarely admitted by their perpetrators. The Rifle Story presents the trials and tribulations of the rifled long-arm in a concise, lucid style pioneered by the author of The Luger Story, Military Rifles of Two World Wars, Military Handguns of Two World Wars, The Greenhill Dictionary of Guns and Gunmakers, Guns of the Third Reich and The Luger Story. Specifications 240 x 159mm 304 pages 32 pp plates/50 line |  | Price : $35 USD I am sorry but we do not know the shipping value to your location. Please email me for a quote |
| Rifles & Carabines (Carbines) 98 Dr. Dieter Storz (New) In 1898 the German army introduced a new rifle that was to influence not only the armament of the German armed forces until the mid 20th century, but also that of many other countries. This book deals in detail with the history of M 98 rifles and carbines in Germany between 1898 and 1918. The book relies above all on the collections of the major military historical museums in Germany such as the Bayerisches Armeemuseum in Ingolstadt, the Wehrtechnische Studiensammlung in Koblenz and the Militärhistorisches Museum der Bundeswehr in Dresden. The Deutsches Historisches Museum in Berlin and the Royal Army Museum in Brussels also made their stocks available for this book. After years of research work in the archives in Munich, Dresden, Stuttgart and Suhl, new data, facts and contexts can now be presented to the public. Hitherto unknown experimental rifles originating from the Prussian Rifle Inspection Commission allow the path to be reconstructed leading to the new weapon. Exotic models and special patterns such as rifles with telescopic sights, accessories, ammunition, bayonets and many other things belonging to the rifle are presented in detail in the illustrations and text. But the book is not confined to describing the artifacts, it also illuminates the historical, military and technological background. The reader learns how troops handled weapons, how rifles and carbines were maintained at the time, how and according to which principles rifle training was carried out in peacetime and during the war and what role the rifle played in combat. The book also treats in detail technical modifications, manufacturing methods, the organization of mass production, state-run and private arms industry, production figures and the problems of arms supply during the First World War. Hardcover, approx. 10"x12", 464 pages, 850 illustrations, FULL COLOR. |  | Price : $131 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Rifles of the U.S. Army, 1861-1906 John D. McAulay (New) There have been several excellent books written about the manufacture of rifles for the U.S. Army from the time of the Civil War to the early 20th century. However, few of these books have focused upon what happened to these rifles after they were issued. This exciting new book by renowned authority John McAulay fills this gap. It gives the reader detailed coverage of the issue and actual field service of American's fighting rifles, both in peacetime and in war, including their military service with the infantry, artillery, cavalry and engineers. Calling upon his thousands of hours of research in the National Archives and elsewhere, the author will show you how these rifles fared in field tests, what their strengths and failings were, which units carried them and how they performed in battle. When possible, actual serial numbers and other exciting details have been included, which are sure to thrill collectors and historians. One feature that all readers will value is the impressive number of historian photos, taken during the Civil War, the Mexican War, the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, the Philippine Insurrection and more, showing these rifles in the hands of them men who fought with them. over 350 pictures & illustrations, 279 pp. Hardcover. |  | Price : $45 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Sharpshooter: Hiram Berdan, his Famous Sharpshooters and their Sharps Rifles Wiley Sword (New) The story of the inventor, his men and the innovative weapon they used. 125 pp., 7" x 9 1/2". Softcover |  | Price : $18 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| The All New Collector's Guide TO REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK MILITARY RIFLES OF THE WORLD George Layman (New) An all new collector's guide! Your country-by-country identification guide to the Military Rolling Blocks of the U.S.A. and the world.
-672 detailed photographs show you exactly what to look for. Harback, 240 Pages. 672 Illustrations |  | Price : $37 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| The Historic Henry Rifle: Oliver Winchester's Famous Civil War Repeater Wiley Sword (New) It was perhaps the most important firearm of its era. Tested and proved in the fiery crucible of the Civil War, the Henry Rifle became the forerunner of the famous line of Winchester Repeating Rifles that "Won the West." To the amazed muzzleloader-armed Confederates who had to face this deadly "sixteen shooter," it was "that damned Yankee rifle that was loaded on Sunday and fired all week." As a key technological innovation firing modern metallic cartridges, the Henry Rifle helped dramatically change the nature of combat. Yet, although a rifle of the future, it was beset with a bewildering series of difficulties that impeded its widespread use. Here is the fascinating story from the frustrations of early sales efforts aimed at the government to the inspired purchase of the Henry Rifle by veteran soldiers who wanted the best weapon - no matter how high the cost. 104 pp., 7" x 10". Softcover |  | Price : $28 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| THE STURM, RUGER 10/22 RIFLE AND .44 MAGNUM CARBINE Duncan Long (New) Legendary reliability and classic design are the hallmarks of the Ruger 10/22 rifle and its forerunner, the .44 Magnum Carbine. In this in-depth look at both weapons, noted firearms author Duncan Long covers specs, troubleshooting, ammo and accessories – this book's got it all! Get your hands on a classic. Softcover 978-0-87364-449-5 108 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos, illust. |  | Price : $14 USD Shipping to America : $9 |
| The Winchester Model 1876 "Centennial" Rifle Herbert G. Houze (New) The first authoritative study of the Winchester Model 1876 written using the company's own records. This book dispels the myth that the Model 1876 was merely a larger version of the Winchester company's famous Model 1873 and instead traces its true origins to designs developed immediately after the American Civil War. The specifics of the model-such as the numbers made in its standard calibers, barrel lengths, finishes and special order features-are fully listed here for the first time. In addition, the actual processes and production costs involved in its manufacture are also completely documented. For Winchester collectors, and those interested in the mechanics of the 19th-century arms industry, this book provides a wealth of previously unpublished information. Illustrated with over 180 black and white photographs, hardcover with dust jacket, 192 pp, 8.5" x 11" |  | Price : $43 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume I John Campbell (New) 2nd printing. Largely drawn from unpublished archival material, this exciting book combines all the known, and until now unknown, lore of the Single-Shot, one of the most admired and sought-after rifles ever made, together in one attractive volume. Supported by rare and informative photographs, factory design and engineering drawings, and production charts. 272 pp., 302 photos, 8.5"x11". Hardcover w/dustjacket |  | Price : $53 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume II John Campbell (New) THE WINCHESTER SINGLE-SHOT VOLUME II - OLD SECRETS & NEW DISCOVERIES, by John Campbell This book is a must-have for connoisseurs of the Winchester Single-Shot and avid students of all things Winchester! In this incredibly researched sequel to John Campbell's original work, The Winchester Single-Shot, collectors of the Model 1885 will uncover a trove of new information - much of it never before published. What's more, all Winchester collectors will find amazing knowledge and insights that have been buried for over a century. Learn the human side of Winchester through detailed biographies of the men who made Winchester a legend. Probe the surprising secrets of Winchester's model room. Revisit the art and precision of the W.R.A. Co. drafting rooms and manufacturing shops that helped forge American history. And tour the dark but revealing recesses of the Cody Firearms Museum vaults. Its all here between the covers of The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume II. 282 pp., 350+ photos, 8.5"x11". Hardcover w/dustjacket |  | Price : $53 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
| Winchester Bolt Action Military & Sporting rifles 1877 to 1937 Herbert G. Houze (New) This book tells the exciting story of these Winchester bolt actions, from the famous Hotchkiss through to the popular Models 54 and 70. Covers both civilian and military bolt actions, and other exciting Winchester rifles, like the Murata Year 17 Rifle, the Model 1895 Winchester-Lee, the William Mason Straight Pulls, the T.C. Johnson Model A and B Magazine Rifles, the Pattern 1914 Enfields, the Winchester Model C and D Rifles, the Model 1917 U.S. Rifle, the Model 1918 .50 Caliber Anti-Tank Rifle, the Model 51 Imperial Sporting Rifle, the Winchester Model 54 and the development of the Model 70. Packed with useful technical specifications, historical notes and previously unpublished production details. 295 photographs, 208 pp, 8.5"x11", hardcover w/dust jacket. |  | Price : $43 USD Shipping to America : $5 |
