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THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO GUNMARKS, THIRD EDITION, BY ROBERT H. BALDERSON

Latest edition of this handy out-of-print book, contains a lot of information not available anywhere else. In addition to hundreds of drawings of gun marks and proof marks, it includes sections on Trade Names, Nazi Codes, Abbreviations, Translations and more. 367 pages. Used, but excellent as new condition. e

$ 95

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(22B) The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume 1: A History & Analysis, by John Campbell

New 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 "Largely drawn from unpublished archival material, this exciting book combines all the known, and until now unknown, lore of the Single-Shot, one of the most admired and sought-after rifles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 pages, 302 photos, 8.5"x11". Hardcover w/dustjacket. e

$ 55

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(23B) The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume 2: Old Secrets and New Discoveries

New printing. "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 pages, over 350 photos, 8.5"x11". Hardcover w/dustjacket. Note: Click here for more info on the amazing gun that is illustrated on the front cover. ~~> VIEW PHOTO <~~ e

$ 55

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THE HISTORIC HENRY RIFLE: OLIVER WINCHESTER'S FAMOUS CIVIL WAR REPEATER

103 page softcover book by Wiley Sword. Identifies many guns by serial number, including martial rifles, plus much more info. '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.' Last copy with slight wear. e

$ 28

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(18B) L. D. Nimschke: Firearms Engraver

Reprint of one of the most important gun engraving books ever, includes reproductions of Nimschke's personal notebook, showing rubbings of his work. e

$ 90

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THE NEW YORK STATE FIREARMS TRADE

By H.J. Swinney, compiled by Tom Rowe. Set of five large hardcover books with nearly 2400 pages total. The culmination of over 50 years of research, containing endless photographs and information about New York guns, gunmakers & etc. e

$ 500

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(16B) REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK RIFLES, CARBINES AND SHOTGUNS - SPORTING AND TARGET RIFLES

Brand new book by Roy Marcot, with Jay Lewis, Tom Rowe, Ron Paxton, Cary Marcot, and forward by Norm Flayderman. Beautifully illustrated and extensively researched, featuring most of the world's finest and important Rolling Blocks, including 3 from our collection. Large book, a little over 12" x 10" with 322 pages & dust jacket. e

$ 100

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THE PEACEMAKERS: ARMS AND ADVENTURE IN THE AMERICAN WEST

An outstanding book by R.L.Wilson, showing hundreds of rare arms and artifacts from the old west along with period photographs. "A unique pictorial celebration of the West, lavishly illustrated and unsurpassed in its authenticity: a collector's item for anyone interested in America's Colorful past. From the Lewis and Clark Expedition to today's Western films and videos, here are the arms and adventures who made the Colt, the Winchester, and many oilier marques into American legends. Over 300 color plates, and over 200 black-and-white photos." Gently used with dust jacket. Last copy. e

$ 30

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THE BOOK OF COLT FIREARMS BY R.L. WILSON

Second edition with dust jacket. Last copy. "'The Book of Colt Firearms' is a complete Colt book library in a single volume. This book is a comprehensive pictorial & verbal study of Sam Colt & his company from its inception in 1832 through 1973. This new second edition presents valuable, detailed & authoritative text (over 1.25 million words) for the avid Colt collector, investor, or any gun enthusiast. Included are thousands of chronological facts, heretofore unpublished, drawn from years of specialized research, such as serial number sequences by year for all percussion & cartridge Colt handguns & long arms. If you are looking for any information regarding Colt firearms between 1832-1973 (including some important new information through 1993), this is the publication that gets used consistently. The pictorial phase of this publication is explicitly emphasized through the use of 67 color pages, illustrating over 420 guns as well as 1,258 black & white photos covering the complete range of Colt firearms. Lavishly illustrated & with a unique 9 X 12 inch page-size format, this book is a must for any Colt aficionado. Literally, this book is a one-stop shopping center for all Colt related information & related facts." e

$ 350

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(1B) THE HENRY RIFLE

By Les Quick. This hard cover 240 pg book is by far the best of its kind, thoroughly covering the Henry Rifle including great photos. Don't let the authors name mislead you, this book is Fast, Fast, Fast. e

$ 100

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(13B) VOLUME III - OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS – ALTE SCHEIBENWAFFEN;

THE GERMAN RIFLE VOLUME 3; By Tom Rowe. Hardcover with 390 pgs of fine photos pertaining mostly to the German Zimmerstutzens & German hand held target pistols. e

$ 100

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(12B) VOLUME II - OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS – ALTE SCHEIBENWAFFEN

THE GERMAN TARGET RIFLE VOLUME 2; By Tom Rowe. Hardcover with 422 pgs. A lot of well done photos & the identification of many little known German makers. e

$ 100

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(11B) VOLUME I - OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS – ALTE SCHEIBENWAFFEN

OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS Vol 1; by Tom Rowe; hardcover 388 pgs. this book is 1st in a series of 3 Covering the German Schuetzen Rifle. They are the only books written on early german target Rifles. I think the author did a fantastic job. Great photos & excellent. text. e

$ 100

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(14B) IDENTIFYING YOUR MODEL 1886 WINCHESTER

by John Madl. 8” x 11” pamphlet, 78 pgs. Covers design changes, variations, etc. e

$ 25

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(B32) The Eighty-Eight: A Collectors Reference on the Winchester Model 88 Lever Action

Softcover book signed by author Douglas P. Murray. Covers the Model 88 rifle and the Model 88 carbine. Design changes and improvements, description and production analysis, yearly production serial numbers, the ten versions of the Model 88, cartridges, key dates, and more. e

$ 25

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(4B) WINCHESTER’S NEW MODEL OF 1873 - A TRIBUTE

by James D. Gordon. Two volumes, 700 pages, large 11” x 14” format; 600 photos. These sets are getting scarce! Only 1,000 numbered copies were printed! A very comprehensive work, already selling for twice this amount at used bookshops. ~~> VIEW PHOTO <~~ e

$ 550

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WINCHESTER AN AMERICAN LEGEND

By R.L. Wilson Hardcover book with over 400 pages. Lots of good photos. A must for any Winchester collector.

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$ 50

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(3B) THE WINCHESTER BOOK

Hardcover by George Madis. New printing. 2000 photos. Variations of 80 Winchester Lever Models. We recommend this as the best and most informative guide for the beginner as well as advanced collectors. e

$ 65

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FIREARMS ENGRAVING AS DECORATIVE ART

By Harris. Thoroughly covers early engravers. Beautifully done; hundreds of color photos! e

$ 85

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(20B) SHARPS FIREARMS

by Frank Sellers. Hard cover, 350 pgs. The best of its kind. A complete comprehensive study of the Sharps Rifle. e

$ 65

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(19B) THE MARLIN FIREARMS BOOK

by Brophy, Marlin Factory Historian-the best of its kind! e

$ 90

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(31B) BULLARD ARMS

244 pages, hard cover. Signed and dated March 14, 1991 by author G. Scott Jamieson. Excellent book, extensively covering Bullard-manufactured repeating rifles & single shots. This is the earlier original version of the "Bullard Firearms" book which we also have for sale. e

$ 90

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(2B) BULLARD FIREARMS

368 pages, hard cover. Signed and dated August 27, 2002 by author G. Scott Jamieson. Bullard Firearms is the story of a mechanical genius whose rifles and cartridges were the equal of any made in America in the 1880s, yet little of substance had been written about James H. Bullard or his arms prior to 1988 when the first edition called Bullard Arms was published. This greatly expanded volume with over 1,000 black and white and 150 color plates, most not previously published answers many of the questions posed in the first edition. The book is divided into eleven chapters each covering a different aspect of the Bullard story. For example, chapter two discusses BullardÕs pioneering automotive work for the Overman Automobile Company (he was probably first to use a metal body on a production automobile (1899). Chapters four through eight outline in detail the large-frame repeaters, the small-frame repeaters, the solid-frame single-shot rifles, the detachable-interchangeable barrel model single-shots and lastly the very rare military and experimental models. Each model is covered in depth with many detailed photographs of the interior parts and workings of the repeaters. Chapter nine covers the fascinating and equally unknown world of Bullard cartridges and reloading tools. The final chapter outlines in chart form almost 500 Bullard rifles by serial number, caliber and type. Quick and easy to use, this book is a real benefit for collectors and dealers alike. ~~> VIEW PHOTO <~~ e

$ 100

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(21B) THE STORY OF POPES BARRELS

by Smith. Comprehensive saga of the King of Rifle Smiths. 200 pgs. e

$ 39

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THE NINETY-NINE SAVAGE

by D.P. Murray. History of the Savage Model 99 Rifle, includes serial numbers & model identification that is quite informatiuve and fully illustrated! e

$ 39

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(6B) THE WINCHESTER HAND-BOOK

Hardcover by George Madis. Lists records, repairs, serial numbers & re-conditioning information. Well illustrated. e

$ 25

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(33B) THE WINCHESTER MODEL 12

hard cover by Madis. Covers history & background, standards & variations, catalogs, lists & records. Well illustrated. e

$ 25

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(34B) THE WINCHESTER ERA

Hard cover by Madis. Story of The Winchester Company, discussing models collectible Winchesters. Well illustrated. e

$ 20

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(7B) WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO.

It’s history and development. 1865-1981 by Houze. 512 pp. Excellent reference. Out of print. e

$ 75

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(8B) WINCHESTER’S NORTHWEST MOUNTED POLICE CARBINES

(& other 1876 data). First edition, signed by author Lewis Yearout. Soft cover, 205 pgs. The best of its kind to date. A complete study of the NWMP Carbines. ~~> VIEW PHOTO <~~ e

$ 35

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MORE SINGLE-SHOT RIFLES

hardcover by James J. Grant. Over 180 illustrations & info about such great rifles as the Ballard, Stevens, Remington, Winchester, Peabody-Martini, etc. e

$ 32

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(10B) GUNS OF REMINGTON: THE HISTORIC FIREARMS SPANNING TWO CENTURIES

By Howard Madaus. Hardcover book with 350 pgs. Includes many high quality photos, exc. reference book. e

$ 85

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(9B) REMINGTON – AMERICAS OLDEST GUNMAKER

By Roy Marcot. Hardcover book with 312 pgs. This is an excellent book covering all of the models made by Remington & history of the company. e

$ 85

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(35B) SPENCER REPEATING FIREARMS

by Marcot. Harcover, lots of photos & history. 316 pages. e

$ 65

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(15B) WINCHESTER TWO-PIECE 22 .BOXES 1873-1927

By Richard Rains. Hardcover, lots of photos, over 200 pages covering the 22 Cal. boxed ammo made by Winchester. Very thoroughly done. e

$ 75

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(5B) THE WINCHESTER ENGRAVING BOOK

By R.L. Wilson. Hardcover book of over 500 pages. Beinfeld, Second Edition with most info from the old book plus 100 or better color pages of new info. Super book, the best of its kind. Out of print for about 20 years. We have the last of remaining new stock available, in shrink wrap.

List price for the new reprint of this book is $225. These rare original factory sealed books are a real bargain at only $175, which is about half of what used book sellers are charging. ~~> VIEW PHOTO <~~ e

$ 175

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(17B) WINCHESTER SHOTGUNS

By Dennis Adler. 300+ page hardcover book. This is a well done exc ref book with great photos & a lot of little known info.
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$ 35

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