Handguns
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Heckler and Koch: Armorers of the Free World - by Gene Gangarosa, Jr |
Since its
inception in post-World World II Germany, Heckler & Koch has achieved
worldwide recognition for its innovative firearms. This comprehensive book
details the histories and developments of Heckler & Koch's major military
handguns and rifles, used throughout the world, plus machines guns, submachine
guns and sporting rifles. Accompanied by more than 500 illustrations depicting
the many Heckler & Koch products, the book also contains a specifications
table for each entry and a comprehensive index. Softcover Your Cost: $21.95
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Spanish Handguns - By Gene Gangarosa, Jr |
During
most of the 20th century, Spanish automatic pistols and revolvers have provided
a rich and fertile ground for collectors and enthusiasts of all kinds. Firearms
expert Gene Gangarosa's "Spanish Handguns: The History of Spanish Pistols
& Revolvers" is fast becoming the definitive work on the development of
Spanish handguns from the late 19th century to 2001.
Gangarosa's 320-page, heavily illustrated book features the story of the Basque
people of northern Spain, whose skilled arms makers produced the famed Astra,
Ruby (Llama) and Jo-Lo-Ar (Star) pistols. Of interest to collectors and hobbyist
alike, "Spanish Handguns" includes sections on slide markings, serial
numbers disassembly procedures, ammunition and much more. Softcover Your
Cost: $21.95
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Model 1911 Automatic Pistol - by Robert Cambell |
Firearms expert Robert K. Campbell presents an in-depth exploration into the development, and continued career of America’s most popular modern handgun—the Colt Model 1911. Adopted by the U.S. Army in the years preceding World War I, the powerful 1911 has evolved for nearly a century through many generations in military and civilian hands and the design is still going strong. The author has tested and analyzed both the original models and popular modern varieties and provides a concise look at their performance, design and engineering along with capabilities and how to use it. Model 1911 is an indispensable addition to any firearm buff’s library.
Hardcover Your Cost: $24.95
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Howdah to High Power - A Century of British Breechloading Service Pistols (1867-1967) -- by Robert Mazee |
Comprehensive examination of breechloading cartridge pistols & revolvers used by the British services covering early service revolvers, the Enfields, Webley revolvers & self-loaders, private purchases, foreign pistols in British service, No. 2 Enfield, Mark IV Webley, & High Power pistols. Soft Cover Your Cost: $24.95
| Walther - A German Legend -- by Manfred Kersten |
No other German gunmaker is as greatly admired and respected as the Walther firearms company. From their super-accurate .22 rimfire rifles to the famous PPK used by James Bond, the Walther name stands for extreme accuracy and superb workmanship. Now, for the first time ever, the story behind the legendary gunmaker is told in a full-color, oversized book. From the earliest guns produced in Thuringia, Germany, to the innovative designs of modern Walther weapons, the Walther saga is unparalleled. This comprehensive book covers all aspects of the company and its guns, including guns produced during World War II; all the pistols, including Models 1 through 9, the P38, and the P88; the long guns, .22 rifles, centerfires; Wehrmacht guns; and even the gun that could shoot around a corner! Also included are the match pistols and rifles, as well as the modern military automatics. Charts show the features of each weapon at a glance, including its original cost, accessories available, and factory specifications. Patent information and shop drawings disclose new information. Thoroughly researched and lavishly illustrated with 400 color photographs, this magnificent book is a milestone in the history of weaponry. An invaluable book for the shooting enthusiast and the Walther collector.
Hardbound Your Cost: $85.00
Inglis
Diamond The Canadian High Power Pistol -- by Clive M Law
During World War II the Ordnance Division of the John Inglis Company of
Toronto, Ontario became one of the largest ordnance factories in the British
Empire, occupying a floor area of nearly one million square feet. Among its many
highly specialized products, critically important to the Allied war effort, were
approximately 150,000 examples of the excellent 9mm Inglis Browning High Power
pistol, contracted initially for the Nationalist Chinese. From the collector's
standpoint, the Inglis Browning High Power is an ideal subject for study. It was
Canada's first (and indeed only) mass-produced handgun, in production for a very
brief span of time and consequently made in relatively few numbers.
Nevertheless, Inglis pistols exist in four basic model/marks, within which can
be found a complex and often bewildering variety of markings, some of which have
never been satisfactorily explained to this day. This well-researched new title,
designed as a companion volume to R Blake Stevens' classic The Browning High
Power Pistol, sheds more light than ever before on the robust, reliable Inglis
Browning, which has provided over half a century of sterling service in numerous
armies and still remains the officially adopted sidearm of the Canadian Forces.
Hardbound. Your Cost $49.95
| The World of Beretta - An International Legend -- by R.L. Wilson |
The oldest industrial firm and the oldest gunmaker in the world launches
its 475th anniversary celebration with this book. Today the Beretta line
of firearms and accessories reigns as on of the few international brands
symbolic of unsurpassed quality. But no other firm goes back so far in
history, or reaches so many corners of the globe, as Beretta. This richly
illustrated, beautifully presented work joins R.L. Wilson's other firearms
classics that comprise an unsurpassed tribute to the art, craftsmanship,
history, mechanics, performance and romance unique to fine guns. Hardbound
Your
Cost: $65.00
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Special Edition, Autographed by the author, R.L.Wilson --
| Colt - An American Legend -- by R.L. Wilson |
| The Browning High Power Automatic Pistol - Expanded Second Edition -- by R Blake Stevens |
| P-38 Automatic Pistol -- by Gene Gangarosa, Jr. |
The most comprehensive, up to date account of the development and use of
the famous P 38 pistol. Traces the P38's technological break-throughs
from their beginning to the present, featuring the double-action and breech-locking
mechanisms. Covers the rare models, including the "gray Ghosts of the early
post-WWII period. A must for serious collectors, owners, users and admirers
of the P38 and related firearms. Softcover. Your Cost: $16.95
| The Walther Handgun Story -- by Gene Gangarosa, Jr. |
A Collector's and Shooter's Guide, the only complete and accurate biography
of the company that set the pace for all the others. Six parts include,
From the Beginning to 1916; Between the Wars; The P38 in WWII; The Traditional
years; The Modern Period and All the others. Softcover. Your Cost: $21.95
| Complete Guide to Service Handguns -- by Gene Gangarosa, Jr. |
In this book, expert Gene Gangarosa, Jr. explores revolvers and pistols
that are used around the world by the military, law enforcement and civilians.
The Single Action Army, Colt M1911, Walther P.38 and Beretta 92 Series
share the spotlight as famous firearms, along with hundreds of handguns
that have enjoyed, and are still enjoying, healthy reputations and longevity
of use. The handguns are discussed in detail with photos, testfire results
and specification charts. Softcover Your Cost: $22.95
| Complete Guide to Compact Handguns -- by Gene Gangarosa, Jr. |
Firearms experts Gene Gangarosa, Jr. presents a practical look at compact
pistols and revolvers in this new book. The 288 page volume includes hundreds of compact firearms, along with test results conducted by the author. Featured
are the most popular, classic and contimporary revolvers and pistols. All
handguns are shown pictorially with handy specifications charts. Also included
are safety guidelines, carrying tips and disassembly tips. Softcover. Your
Cost: $22.95
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| The Luger Handbook -- by Aaron Davis |
Whether you're a novice or a veteran collector, you can make expert choices
and determine the true value of any Luger with the "decision tree" method
of classification in this book. Even experienced collectors are cautious
when it comes to appraising the more than 100 variations of Luger pistols,
but you'll be able to proceed step-by-step through each branch of the tree
as you select the characteristics from each category and quickly narrow
down the pistol to the exact model you are examining. The
| Luger Tips - Revised Edition -- Michael Reese II |
One of the most comprehensive books on Lugers currently in print.
Revised and expanded with much new data including information on the
Borchardt, Commercial, DWM, Military & Swiss models. Chapters on he
history of the Parabellum pistol and its inventory, Georg Luger, shooting
the Luger, and leather goods and accessories for this popular handgun.
An added feature is the "Luger Values," compiled by Ralph Shattuck, the
foremost Luger collector in the United States. Softcover Your Cost:
$14.95.
| Japanese Hand Guns -- by Frederick E. Leithe |
An identification guide to as many variations of Japanese handguns as possible.
Information and descriptions of all models of revolvers, automatic pistols
Models 94, 1914, 1925 and the Babies, plus ammunition and holsters. Hardbound.
Your
Cost: $19.95.
| The Mauser Self-Loading Pistol -- by James N. Belford and Jack Dunlap |
| U.S. Handguns of World War II -- by Charles W. Pate |
A brand new book on the secondary pistols and revolvers used in WWII. This
book is a product of years of archival research and covers all of the American
military handguns except for the M1911A1, with extensive serial number
lists. Pistols include S&W "Victory" Model, Colt Commando, Colt Official
Police, Colt Detective Special, Colt .25 Pocket Hammerless, High Standard
Model U.S.A. H-D, and many more. This impressive publications has 515 illustrations,
including close-ups of important markings, a complete index, and useful
appendices. An indispensable reference. Hardbound Your
Cost: $39.00
| Loading the Peacemaker Colt's Model P -- by Dave Scovill |
| Big Bore Sixguns -- by John Taffin |
This is the first opportunity in thirty years to get an inside look at
the heavy-hitters of the handgun industry, the famous big bore revolvers
like the .357 Magnum, the .44 Magnum, the .45 Colt and an armory of other
popular large bore handguns. Hundreds of photographs illustrate every major
big bore sixgun from 1870 to the present, from the early pioneers' first
powerful single action to the technically superior custom-built sixguns
of today. Also includes detailed sixguns reloading information, and how
to outfit yourself with the best accessories in stocks, sights, and leather.
If you like sixguns, history, shooting, or just plain power, then you'll
want to get a close look at the guns - and the book - that pack the biggest
punch today. Hardcover Your Cost: $39.95
| The Custom Government Model Pistol -- by Layne Simpson |
Whether building a competition gun, or tuning your
carry gun, this book is an excellent reference. The Government Model's
history and workings are explored, as well as accessories, handloading
(including the latest 9X23 Super loads), holsters, and the whys and hows
of custom alterations for the working pistol. More than 30 chapters and
400 photographs from top pistolsmiths across the country. A comprehensive
text from carry guns to the latest high-capacity guns with optical sights.
Softbound Your Cost: $26.50
| High Standard: A Collector's Guide to the Hamden & Hartford Target Pistols -- by Tom Dance |
From Citation to Supermatic, all of the production
models and specials made from 1951 to 1984 are covered according to model
number or series, making it easy to understand the evolution to this favorite
of shooters and collectors. Heavily illustrated with black & white
photos and technical drawings. Soft cover Your Cost $24.00
| Shooting --by J. Henry Fitzgerald |
The most complete work on one-handed guns ever Printed. If you liked Ed
McGivern's book, you will appreciate the information that Fitzgerald has
to offer. Hardcover Your Cost $29.00
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| Smith & Wesson Hand Guns -- by Roy C McHenry and Walter Roper |
This book is the bible on Smith & Wesson arms produced up to 1945.
Once again available to Smith & Wesson collectors. Leather bound "World's
Great Gun Books" collection by Wolfe Publishing. Hardcover
Your Cost $35.00
| Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting -- by Ed McGivern |
| The Handgun Doctor Prescribes -- DeWitt E. Sell, Ph.D |
In his book, Dr. Sell covers everything from the .22 rimfire to the authoritative
.454 Caull "cannon", which produces almost twice the muzzle energy of a
.44 Magnum. This wide ranging book examines handgun design, engineering,
recommended revolvers, safety factors in design and handling, the origin
of the term 'Saturday Night Special', and handgun inflation during the
20th century. The information provided will delight not only the civilian
firearms enthusiast but law enforcement and military personnel as well.
Softbound Your Cost: $12.00
| U.S. Navel Handguns 1808-1911-- Fredrick R. Winter |
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