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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 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 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 Nick Stroebel. Softbound, 582 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". A one stop shopping guide for pricing and identification of collectable accuracy devices; identify, research, and determine the market pricing for old gunsights and rifle scopes. Over 750 photographs from the mid 1800's through 1985 with full descriptions and original specs. Hard-to-find data covers sights from the Civil War, WWI and WWII.

by Frank Barnes, edited by Stan Skinner. Eleventh Edition. Softbound, 552 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". A complete and illustrated reference guide for over 1500 cartridges. Includes: ballistics and load data; European and American; Military and commercial; current and obsolete; blackpowder and smokeless; wildcats and proprietary rounds. A must for the collector of cartridges and cartridge firearms.

by Paul A. Matthews. Softbound, 129 pages, 6" x 9". This volume compliments Loading the Black Powder Rifle Cartridge. It includes specific information for shooters to gain more understanding on the operation and approach to accurate and reliable use of these rifles.

by James Whisker, Daniel Hartzler and Larry Yantz.  Hardbound, 191 pages, 9" x 12".  Photographic survey of firearms from Europe and their makers.

by Richard A. Hosmer. Softbound, 275 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". In the post-Civil War years, the U.S. Army found it imperative to change from muzzleloading percussion rifled muskets firing paper cartridges to breech loading rifles firing self-contained metallic cartridges. This book provides a detailed description of each rifle and carbine, including markings, finishes, and dimensions of all pertinent parts. Each firearm is summarized in a separate table to make identification and comparison easier. Additional tables list all markings, finishes, bayonets and accoutrements that were issued. The book is heavily illustrated with photos of the firearms and their accoutrements with emphasis on details. The social and military considerations that led to the development and adoption of these arms are discussed. The pertinent individuals re-identified and the parts they played are woven in the context of the times.

by Bruce Canfield. Hardbound, 240 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Many never before seen vintage photos from pre- WW I through WW II. Over 450 black & white photos and illustrations. Includes experimental/prototypes, rod bayonet rifles, sniper rifles, air service rifles, accessories including slings, bayonets & scabbards, cartridge belts and grenade launchers. 14 serial number tables. A fitting tribute to America's greatest military bolt action rifle and the men who used it.

by Wiley Sword. Softbound, 125 pages, 7" x 9-1/2". The story of Hiram Berdan, inventor, the Berdan Sharpshooters and the innovative Sharps rifles that they used. Drawing heavily from first-hand accounts and original documents, the author gives us an intimate and detailed account of one of our country's first "Special Forces".

by Bruce Canfield. Hardbound, 304 pages, 8" x 11". The definitive guide to U.S. infantry weapons of World War I. An 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, complete with exciting combat reports describing how this  equipment performed at the front. Fully illustrated with hundreds of large, clear photographs, tables and historical illustrations. 500+ photos/illustrations.

by Bruce Canfield. Hardbound, 303 pages, 8" x 11". In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Second World War, we present the definitive study of its infantry weapons, covering everything that was carried into combat by the Army or Marines and fired from the hand, shoulder or light support. World War II was primarily an infantryman's war, and our GI's made legends of the weapons they carried. The M1 Garand, the Bazooka, the Government Model .45 Automatic, the M1 Carbine, the Thompson submachine gun and the "Grease Gun". Not only does the author cover every one of these famous weapons, he also tells the story of all the other rifles, pistols, mortars, machine guns, fighting knives, flame throwers, automatic rifles, anti-tank rifles, submachine guns, grenades, bayonets, etc. Special "collector notes" in each chapter. 417 photographs.

by Roy M. Marcot. Hardbound, 316 pages, 8-3/4" x 11-1/4". More than a book about one of the most famous rifles of the Civil War, this book is also the biography of C. M. Spencer, one of the most important mechanical inventors of 19th century America. In words and pictures, this book describes the colorful history of the development and use of the first effective repeating breech loading military rifle. Also covered are Spencer's other firearms including the Roper rifles and shotguns and the pump action Spencer sporting shotgun.

by Arthur Pirkle. Softbound, 207 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". The famous "big three" of lever action repeaters are completely analyzed part-by-part by serial number range in this first new book on these fine weapons. All markings, codes, finishes and changes to all parts are described. A must for the serious collector of Winchester firearms.

by Arthur Pirkle. Softbound, 208 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". Continuing this outstanding study of the Winchester lever actions, the author provides a part-by-part by serial number range description of these wonderful rifles. Includes all markings, codes, finishes and changes. A history of the firearm's development and use is included with descriptions of specialized versions. Completely illustrated with line drawings and photographs.

by Arthur Pirkle. Softbound, 245 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". As in the previous two volumes, this book includes detailed, part-by-part examination of models, every part being illustrated and described thoroughly. Detailed measurements, all markings and finishes and most importantly, all changes to each part are listed by serial number range. Assembly and disassembly instructions are also included for standard and take-down rifles.

by Edward A. Hull. Hardbound, 95 pages, 7" x 9-1/2". A detailed analysis and a model-by-model historical/technical study of one of the most widely used cavalry weapons of the American Civil War era. Distinctive shape and deadly, one of the best breech loading arms available to the average cavalryman. Based upon significant and largely heretofore unpublished research.