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by Peter A. Schmidt. Hardbound, 429 pages, 9" x 11-1/2". One of the most useful references ever produced on the flintlock military muskets of the U.S. Learn the correct, and incorrect, configurations for these historical longarms. Study the markings and inspection stamps that separate rare muskets from run-of-the-mill examples. Also included is surely the most in depth explanation of the Federal System of manufacture ever to appear in print, including fascinating details about the inner workings of Springfield Armory and never before published histories of the many contractors who also made these guns.

by Peter Schmidt. Hardbound, 371 pages, 8-3/4" x 11-1/2". This book covers the US Military muskets and their bayonets thru the later years, 1816 thru the Civil War and includes a huge section on the percussion conversions. Covers Model 1816, Model 1822, Model 1822/28, Model 1840 and all Federal alterations. All markings and inspector stamps are shown. Hundreds of close-up photos. A must have reference guide.

by Bill Ahearn. Hardbound, 248 pages, 9" x 12". The exciting, true story of the guns that fought the American Revolution, including intimate details of the men who carried them and the desperate battles in which they served. Not just a technical study of old firearms, this is a tribute to the bravery of the men who fought on both sides of that epic conflict, and a celebration of the tools of freedom that have become so much a part of our national character. Numerous black and white photographs on each page.

by Robert Reilly. Hardbound, 263 pages, 9" x 12". A comprehensive, illustrated history of the flintlock in America from the Revolution to the demise of the system. Extensive text on each model plus detailed line drawings showing overall view, details of lock variations, markings, etc. An excellent collectors identification guide.

by DeWitt Bailey, Ph.D. Hardbound, 376 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". A complete guide to the guns of the British Red Coats. Identify and understand the British battle weapons of the French & Indian Wars, the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Includes muskets, pistols, carbines, rifles, wall pieces, ammunition and accoutrements. Heavily illustrated with examples from all the best public and private collections. Massive data tables on regimental issues. A must have for all flintlock collectors and Revolutionary war reenactors.

by Jim Mullins. Softbound, 185 pages, 11" x 8-1/2". Britain encountered many problems while arming their American colonial soldiers. They often requested that they be sent older, lighter, cheaper guns, to be considered "of sorts for provincials". The author documents this story using actual quotes from correspondence of British and American officers and political leaders. Full color photographs of the fine guns in the Colonial Williamsburg collection and several private collections are arranged in landscape format, to best display these fine antique guns, bags, horns, swords and accoutrements.

by Carl P. Russell. Softbound, 416 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". This thoroughly documented reference identifies the guns used in America during eastern settlement and westward expansion; covering weapons in use from colonial times through the first half of the nineteenth century, the very readable account describes traders, trappers, soldiers, and Native Americans who made, sold, and used weapons. Accompanying the survey of military arms, small cannon, and other accessories are rare illustrations of everything from antique muskets to bullet molds, all clearly identified.

by T. M. Hamilton. Softbound, 176 pages, 9" x 12". A highly authoritative, yet very readable history of firearms and related items on the early American frontier. Rich with original documents as well as illustrations and photos of original guns, this textincludes a wealth of information for the historian and collector.

by Charles E. Hanson, Jr. Softbound, 104 pages, 7" x 10". A wealth of new information helps place the Hawken legend in perspective. An important, refreshing book.

by Norm Flayderman. Softbound, 669 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Over 4,000 antique American firearm models and variants extensively described with all marks and specifications necessary for quick identification. A complete handbook of American gun collecting. Includes identification, values, illustrations and historical data.

by John D. McAulay. Softbound, 123 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Nineteen major Civil War carbine types are listed and photo-illustrated. Includes detailed information on design, function, development and use in the war for each type. Original drawings, correspondence, government procurement records & more combine to make this an important guide for historians and collectors.

by John D. McAulay. Hardbound, 279 pages, 9" x 12". Detailed coverage of the issue and actual field service of America's fighting rifles, both in peacetime and in war, including their military service with the infantry, artillery, cavalry and engineers. Based on thousands of hours of research, the author will show you how these rifles fared in field tests, what their strengths and failings were, which unit carried them and how they performed in battle. When possible, actual serial numbers and other exciting details have been included. An impressive number of historical photos, taken during the Civil War, the Mexican War, the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, the Philippine Insurrection and more.

by Martin Rywell. Softbound, 156 pages, 6" x 9". Covers the Sharps guns in American history, manufacturers, models, military use, cleaning and loading, patents, component parts and much more. Many illustrations.

by Claude Blair & Robert Woosnam-Savage. Softbound, 52 pages, 5" x 8". A history of the distinctive firearms made in Scotland from the 16th to mid 19th century. The most comprehensive ever written. It is by two scholars, one formerly Keeper of Metalwork at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and the other, Curator of Arms at the Glasgow Museum and Art Gallery. 65 illustrations.

by Anthony Darling. Softbound, 28 pages, 5" x 8". In 1740, independent Highland companies were embodied as the 43rd regiment of the line. Muskets and bayonets were supplied by the government, traditional broadswords by the colonel, and pistols and dirks by the men. Later, pistols were made by the gunmakers in England. This study deals with the formation and arming of the famous Highland regiments. 32 illustrations.

by Nigel Brown. Hardbound, 296 pages, 9" x 12". For over 200 years, the British gunmakers have enjoyed a worldwide reputation for the quality and reliability of their products. British technical expertise and craftsmanship in the production and refinement of high quality sporting weapons has taken and held the lead throughout Europe and the rest of the world. This first volume chronicles the history of the London gun trade by gathering together in one volume the aggregate of surviving historical knowledge about the businesses large and small which between them made the London gun trade what it is.

by Nigel Brown. Hardbound, 432 pages, 9" x 12". While the fashionable London gunmakers were making a name for themselves in the 19th century with their expensive weapons, there was a separate gunmaking industry flourishing in Birmingham and its then surrounding towns. These more economically priced guns filled a gap. This volume sets out the history of the Birmingham, Scottish and regional gunmakers throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

by Nigel Brown. Hardbound, 304 pages, 8-1/2" x 12". Index, Apendices & Additional London, Birmingham, Regional, and Scottish Records. The final volume of the British Gunmakers series compiles the records of old & new gunmakers and expands the factual information highlighted in the first two volumes. Illustrated throughout and offers new research on records of an additional 190 Scottish and English gunmaking firms, particularly from Birmingham and London.

by De Witt Bailey, PhD. Hardbound, 264 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Historians have always been intrigued by Riflemen and the special weapons they carried. Until now there has been little information available about these rifles and which units carried them into battle. Starting with the Seven Years War, the author tells the whole story right through the American Revolution, the Napoleonic Age and to the end of the flintlock era. Each rifle is illustrated in 320 exceptional photographs. 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. A large portion of the book is dedicated to the most famous British flintlock rifle of them all - the Baker.