Military Guns.

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Escape In Iraq: The Thomas Hamill Story - by Thomas Hamill and Paul Brown

Escape In Iraq: The Thomas Hamill Story chronicles the extraordinary experience of American civilian, Thomas Hamill, a truck convoy commander delivering fuel to the U.S. armed forces in Iraq. On April 9, 2004 his convoy was attacked near the Baghdad International Airport. Five of Hamill's associates were killed and he was wounded and taken prisoner by masked gunmen who held him hostage in Iraq for 24 days before he made a miraculous escape. His inspirational story is one of danger, courage, faith, and family. Escape in Iraq is a must read for everyone.  Hardcover Your Cost: $24.95

Johnson Rifles and Machine Guns -- Bruce Canfield

Standard Catalog of Military Firearms -- by Ned Schwing

U.S. Infantry Weapons of the First World War -- by Bruce N. Canfield

New from Bruce Canfield, author of U.S. Infantry Weapons of World War II, this huge illustrated guide gives you the inside scoop on everything that was carried into combat by the Army and Marines, including rifles, pistols, shotguns, automatic rifles, machine guns, bayonets, knives, grenades, mortars, flame throwers and accessories. Nowhere else will you find this amount of useful information under one cover. Learn all about the weapons used by the Doughboys, fully illustrated with hundreds of large, clear photographs, tables, serial numbers and historical illustrations. Hardcover. Your Cost: $39.95

U.S. Infantry Weapons of World War II -- by Bruce N. Canfield

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Second World War, a study of that conflict's infantry weapons. Legendary weapons like the M1 Garand, the Bazooka, the Government Model .45 Automatic, the M1 Carbine, the Thompson Submachine Gun and the "Grease Gun" all immediately suggest images of desperate battles in Europe and heroic actions in the Pacific. Bruce Canfield covers every one and also tells the story of all of the other infantry weapons, with special "collector notes" in each chapter. Hardbound Your Cost: $35.00

The M-1 Does MY Talking - The U.S. M1 Garand Rifle in Pictures - WW2 & Korea -- Compiled by Robert Bruce

Archival  photographs are much more than documentary history. To pause and really look at old pictures is to travel back in time. They allow us to peer through a window and connect with people at that very moment in their lives. For those with any imagination at all, the power of the experience can be profound. All the more so for pictures of men and nations at war. Here are over 300 Military archive images in black & white and color, documenting the Garand Rifle's origin, development, battlefield use, and postwar experimentation from WW1 to the M14. A must for every collector of the M-1. Your Cost: $12.95

Snipercraft: The Art of the Police Sniper -- by Derrick D. Bartlett

Authored by an eighteen year veteran law enforcement officer, an active duty SWAT/Sniper with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department. Softcover Your Cost: $19.95
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Springfield Armory Shoulder Weapons 1795-1968 -- by Robert W.D. Ball

This extensive reference thoroughly documents the 255 basic modes of rifles, including test and trial rifles, produced by the Springfield Armory for 1795-1968. This book features a detailed history of rifles and carbines manufactured at the armory, the development of each weapon with specific operating characteristics and prodders, and color photos of each model. Hardbound Retail  Your Cost: $34.95
 
 

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
first pocket size reference guide you can take with you anywhere to quickly and accurately identify and valuate any Luger pistol. Softcover Your Cost: $9.95.

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.
 

Winchester Bolt Action Military & Sporting Rifles 1877 to 1937-- by Herbert G Houze

This book tells the exciting story of these Winchester bolt actions, from the famous Hotchkiss through to the popular Models 54 and 70. Renowned Winchester authority Herbert G Houze covers both civilian and military bolt actions, as well as 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. Houze's easy-to-read text is packed with useful technical specifications, intriguing historical notes and previously unpublished production details - all illustrated with 295 large, clear photographs. Hardcover Your Cost: $45.00

Bruce Canfield's Complete Guide to the M1 Garand and the M1 Carbine

Expanded and updated coverage of both the M1 Garand and the M1 Carbine, with more than twice as much information as Canfield's previous books on this topic. It's absolutely huge-nearly 300 pages packed solid with the kind of useful, hands-on knowledge that collectors have been demanding! Detailed, close-up photographs show you the specific features that separate valuable rarities from fakes and rebuilds. Practical advice that will help you to become a more successful collector! Covers all     the manufacturers, with easy-to-understand explanations of all the components, parts, variations and markings. Learn which parts are proper for which guns, and avoid being fooled by sloppy replacements. A full historical breakdown tells you which guns were  used by which troops and how they performed. The total story behind these exciting guns, from their invention through WWII, Korea, Vietnam and beyond! 300+ clear photographs show you features, markings, overall views and action shots of the guns being used in battle. 33 tables and charts give you instant reference to the facts you need the most: serial numbers, markings, dates of issue and proper configurations. Includes exciting special sections on Sniper guns, National Match Rifles, Exotic Variations, Accessories and more! Hardcover.  Your Cost $39.50

A Collector's Guide to United States Combat Shotguns -- Bruce N. Canfield

One of the best kept secrets regarding military weaponry has been the shotgun, a uniquely American piece of ordnance. This book concentrates on the shotguns employed by the United States military during World War I and World War II, in the Philippines around the turn of the century, and in the Korean War and Viet Nam. No longer 'sleepers', they rank among the most interesting and desirable martial arms available to the average collector. Softbound Your Cost: $24.00

A Collector's Guide to Winchester in the Service -- Bruce N. Canfield

The firearms produced by Winchester for the civilian American market have long been imbued with a near mystical association with westward expansion and superior workmanship. But this is only half of the Winchester story. A major contractor to United States armed forces, Winchester's contribution to our nation's defense is possibly unequaled. The Military Winchesters are numerous and intriguing - providing rich ground for today's firearms collectors. Softbound Your Cost: $22.00

A Collector's Guide to the M1 Garand and the M1 Carbine -- Bruce N. Canfield

(Out of Print. Refer to Canfields Complete Guide to the M1 Garand and the M1 Carbine)

A Collector's Guide to the '03 Springfield -- by Bruce N. Canfield

If a poll were taken to determine the most famous service rifle in the history of the United States, the Model of 1903, better known as the '03 Springfield, would surely come out on top. This comprehensive guide follows the '03 through its unparalleled tenure of service - covering all of the interesting variations, modifications and accessories of this highly collectible military weapon. Softbound Your Cost: $22.00
 
 

Books by Jesse Harrison - For Collectors of U.S. Military Arms, these volumes are a must. A great reference collection. If you see one, you'll want all six.

 

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 Retail Your Cost: $39.95

The Eagle on U.S. Firearms -- by John K Jordan

The Eagle, the symbol of our nation has become also the symbol of the right to bear arms and has graced firearms since the founding of our country. This book catalogs the many varieties of Eagles used by Arms manufacturers and US Armories throughout our history. Many photographs. Your Cost: $17.50

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The Military Remington Rolling Block Rifle -- by George Layman

The Military Remington Rolling Block book as been re-released in a revised third edition which now has over 30 more illustrations and photographs from cover to cover. Still the only book that specializes in strictly the military versions of this famous family of firearms, this classic among Remington references has once more been expanded to meet the requirements of both collector and antique arms students alike. Softbound Your Cost: $29.00

American Military Belts and Related Equipment (1841-1903) -- by R. Stephen Dorsey

Cartridge belts, edged weapons and attachments, cartridge pouches and boxes, etc., from 1841 - 1900's. Many illustrations. Hardbound Your Cost: $13.95
 

 

U.S. Martial Web Belts and Bandoliers: 1903-1981 -- By R. Stephen Dorsey

This book is the long awaited history and identification of the entire family of U.S. Military web belts: pocketed rifle cartridge belts (infantry and cavalry), pocketed pistol belts, pistol and load-carrying belts, garrison belts, medical belts, Browning Automatic Rifle belts, suspenders and miscellaneous pouches and pockets. Full photograph coverage with many close-ups to complement detailed descriptions. Step by step changes over almost 80 years of U.S. military web belts. Softbound Your Cost: $20.00

Hatcher's Book of the Garand -- by Maj. Gen. Julian S. Hatcher

Here is more fact-filled, fascinating information about the famous M1 and the Armed Forces than has ever been published before, lavishly illustrated with rare historical and technical photos, and written by a man eminently competent to do it.  Julian Hatcher's easy, clear writing and twenty years background with the various Garands and other semi-automatic rifles makes the text simple and accurate. His history includes the development and analysis of every American semiauto manufactured. Whatever kind of shooter, gunsmith, arms historian, collector or just plain gun nut you are, this book will give you all the answers. Hardcover. Your Cost: $35.00