Found 1523 Antiques Collectibles Weapons Products.
Parker Guns: Shooting Flying and the American Experience is Ed Muderlak's second book devoted to the Parker gun and fourth book on old-time shotgun related subjects. This book explains the evolution of sport hunting with a shotgun and how Parker guns fit into the picture. Readers will learn the history of the breech-loading shotgun, the development of the shotgun cartridge, the details of Parker's competitors, the history of live pigeon and trap shooting, and a survey of early shooting literature. Muderlak compares and contrasts the 'Old Reliable' Parker gun with the guns of Ethan Allen, Sylvester Roper, Dan Wesson, Whitney Arms, N. R. Davis, Boyd & Tyler, Dr. Maynard, E. Remington-Whitmore, William Baker, George H. Fox, Ansley H. Fox, Colt, and Winchester. The book is richly illustrated with 500 photographs, 300 of them being color, plus a fine selection of historic black and white photos and a wealth of nineteenth century prints and advertisements. One appendix even has a price inflation calculator (1810-2006) and dated serial numbers. It's a must-have for any American shotgun enthusiast.
Global significance of World War II still echoes in many political and social situations around the world. Explore the collecting category Hollywood and the literary world are recognizing in multi-million dollar movies, television miniseries and historical books. Collecting market is strong - with a Hitler youth dagger bringing in $135, while a US D-Day invasion vest is worth as much as $20,000. From uniforms, helmets, medals and firearms, to daggers, bayonets and personal mementos, Warman's World War II Collectibles serves as the most comprehensive and historically accurate guide to this popular arena of militaria. Inside this beautifully illustrated guide you will discover intriguing and informative historic details, collecting advice, reproduction alerts, and ratings that measure availability and pricing. Plus, 1,000 full color photos provide a useful and appealing tool for identifying pieces.
Years in its preparation, this updated guide covers a vast spectrum of pre-1900 firearms manufactured by U.S. gunmakers as well as Canadian, French, German, Belgian, Spanish, and other foreign firms. Offers detailed descriptions, dates of production, and current values. Illustrations.
This volume compliments Loading the Black Powder Rifle Cartridge. Specific information for shooters to gain more understanding on the operation and approach to accurate and reliable use of these rifles. (Educational Firearms Historical Reloading)Table of ContentsChapter1 The Black Powder Cartridge Rifle2 The Black Powder Cartridge3 Bullets, Barrel Twist and Stability4 The Ammunition5 Sights and Sighting6 On the Firing Line7 Practice8 The Heritage
Samuel Colt (18141862) first patented his Colt” revolver in 1835 and thereby redefined the architecture of handguns. This stunning book is the first to present in detail the evolution of his most famous invention and to document the unsurpassed Colt firearms collections held by the Wadsworth Atheneum.Colt designed his revolvers with an artistic sensibilitypaying particular attention to form and beauty and juxtaposing colors and finishes to heighten the visual effects. He was also one of the first American manufacturers to secure celebrity endorsements and to commission paintings by renowned artists like George Catlin to promote his arms. Colt’s standards for excellence, industrial foresight, and quest for market domination are explored in light of primary documents that reveal his constant battles to protect his patents.Essays discuss Colt’s personal collection of historic firearms as well as the memorial collection of Colt-manufactured firearms, the relationship between art and commerce as they pertain to the inventor’s career, and his international celebrity. Richly illustrated and beautifully produced, this volume presents the artistry of the firearms that Colt worked so diligently to perfectas well as his promotional abilities that made a tremendous impact on American culture.
This encyclopedia of war weapons contains all the critical details about more than 150 of the world's best, worst, most effective and most surprising rifles, sniper rifles and LMGs of the 20th century. The author was an infantry officer in the army, so he knows what to look for in a combat rifle - and so will you after you read this classic reference.
Just like its counterpart, Custom Fixed Blad Knives, this beautifully illustrated volume depicts the history, art and craft of the folding knife.
Personal protection is a hot topic today, and current, complete information on the handguns used for it is in great demand. This Gun Digest new release provides just that. Handgun enthusiasts or anyone looking to find out about handguns for personal defense will find everything they need to know in that pages of this comprehensive guide and reference. Readers will learn the basics of selection and use of handguns for personal defense. The book covers uses of revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, ammunition, holsters, firearms training options, buying a used gun and much more. A catalog section contains listings of currently available pistols and revolvers suitable for personal defense, complete with pricing for each.
The Master Blaster is back in the Gun Digest Book of the Tactical Rifle! Ever feel like burning up some ammo? Well, so does Pat Sweeney! In the Gun Digest Book of the Tactical Rifle, America¹s favorite black rifle expert puts today's hottest tactical rifles through their paces. It's a fun and fact-filled exploration of high-volume shooting at its finest. From AKs to M14s, from AUGs to SCARS, Pat gives practical, real-world advice on tactical rifles from around the world. It's a great go-to book for shooters, collectors and hobbyists in fact, for anyone with an interest in tactical rifles and their uses. It pays to try before you buy! So let Pat Sweeney try them out for you in Gun Digest Book of the Tactical Rifle! About the Author Patrick Sweeney is a renowned competition shooter, master gunsmith, film consultant and certified Armorer Instructor for police departments nationwide. His best-selling titles include: The Gun Digest Book of the 1911 Vol. 1 & 2, The Gun Digest Book of the Glock Vol. 1 & 2, The Gun Digest Book of the AR-15 Vol. 1, 2 & 3, Gunsmithing: Rifles, Gunsmithing: Pistols & Revolvers and 1911: The First 100 Years, among others.
Sailors in Forest Green is a detailed examination of the uniforms and equipment used by Navy personnel attached to the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Navy hospital corpsmen, Seabees, combat photographers, demolitions experts, and many other Navy specialists served with USMC units from 1941-1945. This subject is often overlooked today. Sailors in Forest Green is the first book of its kind to address this previously unexplored and fascinating topic. It is lavishly illustrated with over 800 previously unpublished archival and contemporary photographs, documents, and dramatic reconstructions. Both U.S. Navy and Marine Corps uniforms are highlighted, including officer and enlisted dress uniforms and insignia, combat and fatigue uniforms, camouflage, field gear and experimental equipment. Additionally, gas masks, medical supplies, and explosives are featured as well. Anyone with an interest in World War II militaria will marvel at this new and exciting breakthrough!
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