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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 Donald Dallas, Hardcover, 416 pages, 9" x 12". The period from 1850 to 1900 witnessed the most far reaching changes sporting gun and rifle design had ever experienced, prior to this, changes had been pedestrian; the muzzleloader still prevailed in 1850 as it had for centuries. The author describes at length the pinfire, center-fire, and hammerless developments along with all the ancillary changes made to sporting rifles. This is a difinitive book on the subject. 230 full color and 444 black and whit photographs.

by Norbert Klups. Hardbound, 208 pages, 9" x 11-1/2". The double barrel rifle is an important tool for the passionate hunter. The perfection of handiwork is as compelling as the spirit that emanates from the weapons. This book examines the firearm in sections including chapters on: the development, side-by-sides and over-unders, breeches and breech systems, single and double triggers, the barrel unit, the butt stock, sights, instruction in the use and care of double barrels and much more. Over 270 beautifully detailed, close up full color photographs show tremendous engraving, highly figured wood grain, intricately checkered stocks, and high finishes that make double barreled guns ideal for hunting and collecting.  

by Robert C. Renneberg. Hardbound, 256 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". This revised, expanded edition is the culmination of the author's relentless research on the Model 1894/94 and presents never-before-published information on the '94's offspring, the Models 55 and 64. A definitive study on the most successful lever-action rifle of all times. Over 100 new and unique photos; all new information on final innovations to the series, including the .410 shotgun variation; expanded "Fun Facts" section with absolutely unique information. For the shooter, hunter or collector, this new edition is your single best guide to the rifle that carved out a legend throughout the world.

by Ray T. Giles & Daniel L. Shuey. Hardbound, 312 pages, 9" x 11-1/2". One hundred years of cartridge boxes from Winchester and its predecessor companies, Volcanic Repeating Arms and New Haven Arms. Coverage includes all the calibers cataloged for every rifle model from 1856 to 1956. With over 1400  full color pictures, this book also includes a pricing guide as well as a rarity guide. Wether you want to date your collectabe box or determine which box would be appropriate as a contemporary display pice with your Winchester rifle, this is the book you need. Text includes a glossary of abbrevations used, bibliography, and index for easy reference. 

by Joseph M. Cornell. Hardbound, 286 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Since 1866, Winchester has produced hundreds of models of rifles and shotguns. This edition gives you everything you need to enjoy the fascinating world of these uniquely American firearms: photos, descriptions and accurate values for the guns that made Winchester the most respected firearms manufacturer of all times. The author has brought together his experience as an accredited and certified firearms specialty appraiser to produce a volume that is as entertaining as it is informative. Collector pricing for more than 700 models, accurate, detailed descriptions and more than 350 full color photographs.

by Dan Shideler. Hardbound, 288 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". To millions of boys, this was their first gun and the one they cherish the most. This amazing edition gives collectors and enthusiasts everything they need to discover the world of America's oldest continuously-produced brand of firearms. From the first muzzleloaders to today's most advanced rifles and shotguns. Up-to-the-minute values (over 200 hundred value listings); accurate, detailed descriptions; more than 700 full-color photographs.

by Rick Sapp. Hardbound, 288 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". In one unique volume, this book gives beginning and experienced collectors everything needed to enjoy the fascinating world of Colt firearms. From the first Patterson revolvers of the 1830's to the latest Colt built M16's, you will find it here. Real world values; accurate, detailed descriptions; more than 450 full color photographs. A must for collector, shooter or historian.

by Norbert Klups. Hardbound, 230 pages, 9" x 11-1/2". The Drilling, a tripple barreled shoulder held firearm, is comprised of various combinations of shotgun and/or rifle barrels, giving the flexibility of shooting both types of cartridges with a very wide range of calibers from one firearm. Primarily made by small manufactures, Drillings offered in a broad range of barrel configurations, combinations, and calibers. Many of these firearms were custom made and are highly decorated through detaied engraving, stock carving and customized metal work. This book is an essential reference and looks at both older and contemporary weapons and gives instruction on using them. Over 230 illustrations, mostly color photographs.

by W.H.B. Smith. Hardbound, 279 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". The first American text to deal with high power, high precision air and gas weapons. Representative samples of every major world manufacturer were gathered for personal testing to check the manufacturers' varying claims. The author explores the history of air-rifle ammunition and also explains how to identify and appraise firearms for purchase; load, strip and opperate small arms; and dismount and assemble guns for cleaning or repair. Includes photographs, operational drawings, specifications, and test results of every major world manufacturer. An important addition to the library of any firearms collector, dealer, or historian.

by Stuart C. Mowbray and Joe Puleo. Hardbound, 408 pages, 11" X 8-1/2". A full color guide to all of your favorite vintage and surplus rifles. An invaluable, lavishly illustrated and important book that any military rifle enthusiast must have on his shelf. Organized by country with translations of confusing foreign markings. Over 2400 color photographs.

by George Layman with Foreword by Norm Flayderman. Hardbound, 238 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". A country-by-country identification guide to the military rolling block rifles of the USA and the world. 672 detailed black and white photographs show you exactly what to look for. Correctly identifies and explains more than fifty rifle models that have never been identified before. Shows you the markings and features and clearly lists and illustrates correct original features and finishes so you can tell a valuable rarity from a nearly worthless parts gun. A must for the Rolling Block collector.

From Lyman. The first new cast bullet data manual in 30 years. This book contains data using the latest and most available components for bullet casters. In addition to chroniciling data for Lyamn's entire line of rifle and pistol moulds, this new eddition also contains information for selected moulds from other manufacturers where those bullet designs or weights might be of interest to cast bullet experimenters. New calibers have been added as well as a number of black powder loads for the popular older cartridges. This large edition contains valuable how-to editorial as well as important new articles by acknowledged authorities in the field. The wealth of information and data found in this book cannot be found in any other volume. A great resource for reloaders and shooters.

This 49th edition covers data for the newest cartridges for rifes and pistols plus a new section for Thompson Center's Encore and Contender. This volume continues the tradition of delivering a broad range of loads covering virtully every brand of bullet in addition to many cast bullet loads, and the newest and most popular powders in load development. Popular features include the "Accuracy Load" for each cartridge and listings of the ballistic coefficients and sectional densities for all jacketed and cast bullets used. Plus articles by leading authorities Brian Pearce of Handloader and Rifle Magazines, Greg Rodriguez of Shooting Times and Bryce Towsley of American Rifleman.

Data compiled here encompasses al major brands of bullets, powders and primers. More than just data charts, this handbook also contains a number of captivating feature articles by well known writers covering subjects such as: Cowboy Action Shooting, loading for big bore revolvers and handgun varmint hunting. Today's most complete and current handgun reloading data. An important addition to the library of all reloaders.

by Richard Lee. Hardbound, 719 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". Everything you ever needed to know about reloading with the world's most comprehensive load data. Learn how you can reload ammunition that is more accurate than factory ammunition on your first try. Over 26,000 loads in a new format with velocities for starting loads. The latest information on pressure, and velocity factors, never before published in-depth analyses of current load data.

by Paul Kiesling. Hardbound, 669 pages, 8-1/2" x 12". Originally published as a four volume set, this new revised edition contains much new information and clearer illustrations. It is still the reference work by which all other bayonet books are measured. Divided by country, each bayonet is fully described by weapom, blade, hilt, scabbard, and other important factors. Dimensions of each bayonet given for blade length, width and thickness as well as other important dimensional information. Each bayonet fully illustrated with black and white drawings and cross sections as necessary.

by Michael McIntosh and Bill Headrick. Hardbound, 134 pages, 8-3/4" x 13-1/4". A unique collection of stories and photographs from the pages of Sporting Classics Magazine. A wide renge of sporting shotgns and rifles built by an equally wide range of makers. You'll find history of the makers and of the guns themselves. Some examples are pristine, others show the signs of much loving use and care. In words and full-color, glossy photographs, celebrating sporting guns as never before.

by David T.T. Smith. Softbound, 55 pages, 7" x 10". A nicely illustrated and definitive book which discusses in detail the proper and safe use of the replica period firearms. The author covers muskets, carbines and revolvers including the Henry, Maynard, Smith and Spencer. Also includes instructions for proper and safe handling, loading and firing of blackpowder blank cartridges. More than 85 black and white photographs.

by David T.T. Smith. Softbound, 87 pages, 7" x 10". Profuselly illustrated, this book discusses in detail the replica firearms that Cowboy shooters most often choose and does it in the proper context of how they are used in Cowboy Action Shooting. Includes complete disassembly and reassembly instructions with detailed close up photographs for many revolvers, rifles and shotguns. Over 165 black and white photographs.