Single Shot Rifles

The Martini-Henry Note-Book -- by Malcolm Cobb

Exclusively from Mike Stegen - The only U.S. distributor, is the book coveted by all Martini collectors.  Roger Ingle of Magnum Magazine says: 
"Malcolm Cobb's book is unique and an absolute must for anyone who has an interest in Victorian history or loves collecting and shooting old rifles. The Martini Henry's active life spanned an extraordinary period in world affairs, a period when the vast empire which it served was reaching it's zenith. It's reputation was legendary and its story romanticized through it's service in numerous colonial wars. Many fascinating anecdotes have come down over time and given it a fame that few military rifles can match. The author has skillfully woven them with many observations and many new facts, producing a readable and fascinating narrative. He introduces many characters of it's time, the designers, the critics and the soldiers, all of whom influenced, or were influenced by, the Martini Henry Rifle. The Martini Henry Notebook contains 185 pages and is superbly illustrated. This is truly a publication by which others in the future will be judged."  Hardcover, Your Cost: $50.00 plus $6.00 shipping (Book rate.)

 
John Meyers Soldier, Hunter, Rifleman -- by Paul A. Matthews
This story takes you inside the heart and mind of a man -- soldier, hunter and rifleman -- who experiences both hardship and fortune with stalwart character. Matthews expertly weaves his considerable knowledge of black powder firearms and earlier weapons into a story that will appeal to those who love the great old guns, who want to know how and why they worked as they did. It will also speak to those who enjoy reading of a by-gone era, colorfully depicted, as told by one man reflecting upon a lifetime of accomplishment.

 

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

 

A Guide to the Ballard Breechloader - by George Layman

For the first time, a volume devoted exclusively to the Ballard Breechloader, a shooting legend. The author traces the early Ballard's convoluted manufacturing history and provides precise estimates to date of production numbers. Layman dispels the ambiguity surrounding the life and career of Charles Ballard, who seems to have been all but ignored by other researchers. Softbound Your Cost: $19.95

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1869 Brown Manufacturing Company Catalog Reproduction
The extremely rare 1869 Brown Manufacturing Company catalog is considered by many collectors as one of the last to offer the Ballard rifle during its production in Massachusetts. This reproduction is illustrated with several interesting line drawings which include the Ballard military and sporting rifles, the Brown bolt action rifle, the Southerner derringer, and the scarce rimfire reloading set that is practically unknown to many collectors. For single shot rifle aficionados, it is an indispensable piece of literature that is seldom to never encountered in its original form. A great companion to A Guide to the Ballard Breechloader. Softcover. Your Cost: $7.00  
Still More Single-Shot Rifles -- by James J. Grant
Now again available, this next one in the series was out of print for several years. Hardbound  Your Cost: $29.95

 
A Potpourri of Single Shot Rifles and Actions -- by Frank DeHaas

Frank DeHaas covers later model Single Shot Rifles not previously discussed in his other books. Softbound Your Cost: $22.50

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Mr. Single Shot's Book of Rifle Plans - by Frank DeHaas

This book is particularly designed for the serious gunbuilding enthusiast. Included are detailed instructions on how to build four unique breech loading single shot rifles, from metal stock to a finished rifle. Softbound Your Cost: 22.50

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Mr. Single Shot's Cartridge Handbook -- by Frank DeHaas

Frank DeHaas's only book about Single Shot Cartridges. Covers cartridges for which single shot rifles are usually chambered, including most of the varmint wildcats. Notes on over 100 cartridges, over 100 illustrations. Softbound  Your Cost: $22.50

 

 

Mr. Single Shot's Gunsmithing Idea Book -- by Frank DeHaas
By popular demand, this DeHaas book has been reprinted. Softbound Your Cost: $22.50

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Single Shot Rifles and Actions -- by Frank DeHaas

The bible of single shots as written by Frank DeHaas. Softbound Your Cost: $27.00
More Single Shot Rifles and Actions -- by Frank DeHaas

Additional rifles not in his first volume. Softbound  Your Cost: $22.50

 

 
Target Rifle in Australia 1860-1900 -- by J.E. Corcoran
This well written work is a study of the evolution of target rifles from the time period, as well as the history of target shooting in the United Kingdom and North America. Originally published in 1975, it was not widely distributed in the US. This reproduction can inform Americans about a pastime which was, at one time, one of the US's most celebrated sports. This information is available nowhere else. Hardbound  Your Cost: $40.00.

 

 
The Winchester Single-Shot -- by John Campbell
The fascinating story of the Winchester Single-Shot is presented here in an all new, comprehensive and entertaining style. The Winchester Single-Shot is largely drawn from unpublished archival material. Now, in one attractive volume is virtually everything you'll ever need to know about on of the most admired and sought after rifles ever made. 300+ photographs, tables, design drawings, charts and memoranda. Rudi Prusok, editor of the American Single-shot Rifle News says "it's the authoritative book about Winchester Single-Shot Rifle. Get ready for a good read!" Hardbound. Retail: $55.00. Your Cost: $55.00.
 

 
The Winchester Single-Shot Volume II -- by John Campbell
An exciting follow-up to the classic first volume, this book is a must have for connoisseurs of the Winchester Single-Shot and avid students of 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 recess of the Cody Firearms Museum vaults. It's all here between the covers of The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume II. Hardcover. Retail $55.00 Your Cost $55.00 ( Specify Volume II on the order form )

Sharps Firearms -- by Frank Sellers

The "Buffalo gun" of the American West, the "Sharpshooters" of the Civil War, the four barreled "Gambler's Choice" derringer, all are part of the famous history of one of American's great gunmakers. Complete in this book is the history of the company and the only text on the full range of guns make, long guns, handguns, rare and unusual BB guns, shotguns, and all of the martial varieties. More than 500 photographs with detailed text trace the development of the SHARPS Firearms. Interesting historical reports and ordnance trials tests explain many of the reasons for the uses of these great guns. Meet the guns and the many famous people who give testimony to their value in this complete work on the subject of SHARPS Firearms. Hardbound  Your Cost $55.00