1-PARM008 08 PROFILE SMALL ARMS: ERMA SUBMACHINE GUNS 1 vol, 24 pgs 1972 UK, PROFILE PUBLICATIONS
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1-PARM015 15 PROFILE SMALL ARMS:Astra Pistols & Revolvers 1 vol, 24 pgs 1972 UK, PROFILE PUBLICATIONS
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1-215441 Absolon, Trevor SAMURAI ARMOUR: Volume I - The Japanese Cuirass For beauty, precision, and strength, nothing has ever matched the combination of form and function found in the armour of the samurai. For a samurai, the consummate warrior, his suit of armour was so much more than 'just' protective equipment that could save his life in the heat of battle - it was the embodiment of his personality, social status and very soul.

This volume, the first in a two-part series on the armour of the samurai, traces first the history of the samurai themselves and then examines the history and evolution of the cuirass or dou, the armour protecting the samurai's chest.

Drawing on over 20 years of research and technical work by Trevor Absolon, a leading expert, this is a complete study of this fundamental aspect of samurai armour construction. Illustrated throughout with photographs and diagrams, this is more than just a detailed technical exploration, it is a meditation on a process that was, and still is, nothing short of an art form. 1 vol, 372 pgs 2017 UK, OSPREY PUBLISHING
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1-87921 Arnold, Chris STEEL POTS VOL 1:America's Steel Combat Helmets Packed with 100's of color photographs. Detailedspecification diagrams and supported with solidreseach. From the classic Model 1917 Dougboy totodays Kevlar models. 1 vol, 272 pgs 1997 US, JAMES BENDER PUBS
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1-86430 Bertin, F. D-DAY NORMANDY:Weapons, Uniforms & Military Gear 300 specially commissioned full color photos of Allied and Axis soldiers at D-Day. 1 vol, 128 pgs 2007 US, CASEMATE PUBLISHING
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1-211450 Bianchi, Didier (Translated from French by Eric A. Bye, M.A., C.T.) FRENCH MILITARY SMALL ARMS 1717-1865 - Volume I: Flintlock Longarms The most extensive guide to French flintlock military long arms ever to appear in English. Concentrates on identification and service use, covering everything from Infantry Muskets, Rampart Guns, Dragoon Muskets, Cavalry Musketoons, Constabulary Musketoons, Naval Muskets, Hussar Musketoons, Foot and Mounted Grenadier Muskets, Arms of the Mamelouks, Lancers' Musketoons, Royal Muskets, Muskets of the Bodyguards and much more. This is the first of two volumes. 550+ color illust. 1 vol, 136 pgs 2016 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-82700 Blackmore, Howard L. BRITISH MILITARY FIREARMS:1650-1850 Reprinted from the 1994 revised edition with new introduction, 294pp., 83 illustrations on photographic plates, 33 figs., marks, paperback 2010. How does one adequately describe this book? Simply as the best study that has ever been written on the subject & will quite probably remain so. Howard Blackmore, Deputy Master of the Royal Armouries and one of the significant elite band of authors on weaponry in the post-war period provides a completely authoritative and thorough survey based on the British Board of Ordnance records. Separate chapters on the development of the flintlock, the Brown Bess, early rifles and breechloaders, the experimental arms of Henry Nock, the introduction of the rifle, later flintlocks, the adoption of the percussion system, the Brunswick rifle, Lovell's percussion arms, repeaters an revolvers, manufacture and proof. 1 vol, 296 pgs 2010 UK, KEN TROTMAN LTD
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1-52590 Blair, Claude STUDIES IN EUROPEAN ARMS AND ARMOR, Examination of the 'C. Otto von Kienbusch'Collection at the Phila Museum of Art, from 1986to 1986 major world renown scholars studied thisfamous collection prepared this book, b/w & color. 1 vol, 210 pgs 1992 PHILA, MUSEUM OF ART
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1-88160 Brown, James D. COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO IMPERIAL JAPANESE HANDGUNS 8.5x11, an inexpensive guide to Japanese military handguns 1893-1948. 80+ b/w images. 1 vol, 144 pgs 2007 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-222380 Buchholz, Franck GERMAN MACHINE GUNS: Development, Tactics and Use from 1892 to 1918 In WWI, artillery shaped the battlefield, but machine guns defended it! The industrialized warfare of WWI was marked in particular by the use of machine guns. This 520-page illustrated book contains about 1000 photos and illustrations traces the development of German machine guns and graphically depicts why they became the most feared infantry weapons of WWI.

In addition to the standard MG 08 and MG 08/15 machine guns, the book also describes the Luft-MG 08 and 08/15 variants, the MG 08/18 which ended the Maxim development series, and the very rare models Parabellum M 1913, M 1913/17, the Dreyse machine gun, the Bergmann machine gun alter Art and neuer Art models, and the Anti-Tank and Anti-Aircraft Machine Gun. The period under consideration thus extends from 1892 until the post-war period after the First World War and into the time of the Reichswehr.

The authors digress to examine the Mondragon self-loading rifle and the Mauser aircraft self-loading carbine, which though not automatic weapons, were used by the German air force as predecessors of automatic weapons. Finally the book also examines the Maschinenpistole 18, the automatic weapon introduced shortly before the end of the First World War which for the first time allowed the machine gun to be wielded as a versatile hand-held weapon. 1 vol, 520 pgs 2019 AUSTRIA, VERLAG MILITARIA
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1-197140 Chartrand, Rene JAPANESE WAR ART AND UNIFORMS: 1853-1930 This beautifully illustrated book with 320+ b/w and color illust reviews the extraordinary evolution of Japan's military institutions at a period of enormous transformation. Conversely, as this book shows with many fine color plates, Japanese art deeply influenced emergent impressionist Western artists. The uniforms, equipment and ships are shown with much realism while keeping the tradition of great art. For the first time in art history as well as military history, this book documents what the prints show thanks to extremely rare early military regulations and related documents whose illustrations are also exquisite if totally unknown. 1 vol, 240 pgs 2011 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-211960 Chartrand, Rene FRENCH MILITARY ARMS AND ARMOR IN AMERICA: 1503-1783 A comprehensive guide to the military weapons and armor used in New France. Includes muskets, swords, pistols, bayonets, pole-arms and much more. From soldiers and sailors to woodsmen and buccaneers, one of Canada's premier historians tells us the story of how they were armed during the Colonial era and in the American Revolution. It is not intended as a study giving detailed mechanical descriptions, but rather to present a broad and comprehensive survey of the French military weapons that were used. 570+ b/w photos/illustrations, Digest sized at 5.5x11 inches. 1 vol, 216 pgs 2016 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-62820 Cormack, A.J.R. FAMOUS RIFLES & MACHINE GUNS 8.5x11, covers the Winchester, Bren Gun, ThompsonRussian & Erma Submachine Gun, Heckler & Knock-AnArmoury, SIG Service Rifle and Armalie Weapons,b/w & color photos/cutaways. 1 vol, 160 pgs 1977 UK, PROFILE PUBLICATIONS
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1-PROARMS Cormack, A.J.R. SMALL ARMS IN PROFILE:various issues No 5,6,8,9,10,11,15,16,17,20,21,22 text, photos 1 vol, 24 pgs 1972 UK, PROFILE PUBLICATIONS
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1-79412 Cowan, Tony SPIKED HELMETS OF IMPERIAL GERMANY:V2 6x9, 200+ color & b/w photos; volume two coversthe Cavalry Regiments, Artillery & Train, index. 1 vol, 200 pgs 2005 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-215690 D'Amato, Raffaele DECORATED ROMAN ARMOUR: From the Ages of the Kings to the Death of Justinian the Great From the time of the Bronze Age, the warriors of all tribes and nations sought to emblazon their arms and armour with items and images to impress the enemy with the wealth and power of the wearer.

Magnificently decorated shields were as much a defensive necessity as a symbol of social status. Decorative symbols on shields and armour also defined the collective ideals and the self-conceived important of the village or city-state its warriors represented.

Such items were therefore of great significance to the wearers, and the authors of this astounding detailed and extensively research book, have brought together years of research and the latest archaeological discoveries, to produce a work of undeniable importance. This book is richly decorated throughout, and details battlefield, tournament, and parade armor from Rome's earliest days. 1 vol, 392 pgs 2017 UK, FRONTLINE BOOKS
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1-15260 Egerton, Lord of Tatton INDIAN AND ORIENTAL ARMOUR 7.5x11, author covers briefly the military history of India, and then provides a classic work on the subject, color plates, b/w illust, index. 1 vol, 178 pgs 2003 MINELOA, DOVER PUBLICATIO
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1-54790 Foss, Christopher and Gander T.J. INFANTRY WEAPONS OF THE WORLD Illustrated detail of all the important infantryweapons used throughout the world in the 1970's,b/w photos, tech specs for each weapon. 1 vol, 142 pgs 1977 LONDON, IAN ALLEN LTD
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1-216910 Gaboury, David THE UZI SUBMACHINE GUN: EXAMINED A history of this iconic weapon. Originally designed for the Israeli military by Uziel Gal, the Uzi submachine gun has a colorful history that has reached around the globe.

Using approximately 1,000 photos, this book examines the history and technical details of all the Uzi submachine gun variations, both military and civilian, from its initial design to the current models. Also included are original factory documents, model-by-model features, part variations, accessories, and manuals. 1 vol, 304 pgs 2017 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-192290 Gale, Ryan R. FOR TRADE AND TREATY: Firearms of the American Indians, 1600 - 1920 Filled with hundreds of full color images of dozens of original northwest guns, trade fusils, and treaty guns, this book's wide 11-inch landscape format allows images up to 22 inches across the gutter.

This book also contains new research, numerous fur trade and government invoices, inventories and other firearm records never before published.
1 vol, 0 pgs 2010 US, TRACK OF THE WOLF
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1-212060 Giovanni Chegia & Alberto Simonelli with Ralph Riccio THE MODEL 1891 CARCANO: A Detailed Developmental and Production History This book is a complete history of the Italian Model 1891 Carcano rifle and variants that served as Italy's standard service rifle in World War I and World War II. It describes each major component of the weapon, as well as addressing the development of each variant in detail. One section of the book is devoted to all markings that have been identified, including those on the receiver, barrel, sights, magazine, and stock. Profusely illustrated, extensive appendices list serial numbers, production totals, inspection procedures, ammunition types, ammunition clips, ammunition boxes and packaging, ballistics data, accoutrements, and the Model 1891 as used by Italy's national marksmanship association. 1 vol, 304 pgs 2016 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-29250 Gluckman, Arcadi UNITED STATES MARTIAL PISTOLS & REVOLVERS Covers all important short arms manufactured by US government or private makers from 1799 to 1917. Appendicies, biblio, index, (29) illust plates of all types of single & multiple shot pistols/revol. 1 vol, 317 pgs 1956 NY, BONANZA BOOKS
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1-228190 Goldsmith, Dolf THE VICKERS MACHINE GUN: Pride of the Emma Gees The Vickers machine gun was such an integral part of 20th century history that it is embedded in almost every history book of the two World Wars. Now, a quarter of a century after the publication of the first edition, Dolf has participated in the upgrading of that massive book with over 270 more pages of new information, color photos and research completed by himself and three more Vickers historians: Richard Fisher, Robert G. Segel and Dan Shea. This is the ultimate collectors' book for Vickers machine gun enthusiasts, historians, collectors and scholars alike! 1 vol, 961 pgs 2021 US, CHIPOTLE PUBLISHING LLC
NEW-dj, available mid October 2021 ......$130.00 rct

1-84641 Haselgrove, Michael & Radovic, Branislav HISTORY OF THE STEEL HELMET IN WWI:V1 9x12, 550+ b/w and color photos, AUSTRO-HUNGARY, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CZECHOSLOVAKIA, FRANCE, GERMANY 1 vol, 272 pgs 2006 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-84642 Haselgrove, Michael & Radovic, Branislav HISTORY OF THE STEEL HELMET IN WWI:V2 9x12, 550+ b/w and color photos, GREAT BRITAIN, GREECE, HOLLAND, ITALY, JAPAN, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, RUSSIA, SERBIA, TURKEY, UNITED STATES. 1 vol, 272 pgs 2006 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-199080 Hatcher, Julian Major General HATCHER'S BOOK OF THE GARAND Major General Julian S. Hatcher follows the evolution of the M1 Garand from the first semiautomatic hunting rifles to the devastating US infantry weapon of WWII. It's a battle royal of weapons design, with dozens of unforeseen problems sending inventors back to the drawing board and a scandal-hungry media waiting to discredit the guns favored by the military. Garand's fierce competition includes such legendary companies and inventors as Winchester, Colt, Johnson, Thompson, and the author himself. Hatcher follows the rigorous target and field tests that each gun underwent, leading to numerous revisions and the eventual adoption of Garand's rugged rifle. It is a difficult struggle lasting over a decade and a half, and a vital and unsung part of the war effort. In addition to the story of the Garand, Hatcher offers detailed explanations for cleaning, repairing, and firing this historic rifle. The Book of the Garand is an indispensable part of any gun enthusiast's library. 1 vol, 266 pgs 2012 US, CANTON STREET PRESS
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1-49140 Hayward, J.F. ART OF THE GUNMAKER, THE:Vol 1 1500-1660 The classic account of 17th century, color plates,b/w drawings, covers Italy, Germany, France, England. Appendices, biblio, index. 1 vol, 303 pgs 1962 NY, ST. MARTIN'S PRESS
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1-211970 Hughes. James THE GATLING GUN NOTEBOOK: A Collection of Data and Illustrations Most everyone recognizes a Gatling Gun today, but when the science of 'machine guns' was in its infancy, each improvement in design or firepower was hailed in the press.

These news reports were usually illustrated with line drawings and these 100-plus-year-old drawings make up the body of this notebook on the Gatling Gun, from 1863 when it first appeared, to 1917, when the last US government manual was printed for the Gatling.

Covered: 10 makers in five countries and the Gatling Guns that 29 countries tested or used in some 25 different calibers. Carriages, feed devices, cartridges, manuals, and implements are also described or pictured herein. Sales, inspectors and issues, some by serial number, are detailed for many purchases.

For the technically minded, extracts from relevant United States patents are included. Listings of all Richard Jordan Gatling's American patents and those patents that 'improved' upon his designs are also included. Includes 175 b/w illustrations. 1 vol, 152 pgs 2000 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-190550 Hutchinson, Will and Vice, Michael & Small, B.J. CRIMEAN MEMOIRS:Artifacts of the Crimean War A broad comprehensive photographic essay of the artifacts of the Crimean War. The authors spent two years locating and photographing at public museums and private collections. 420+ color photos. 1 vol, 272 pgs 2009 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-83410 LaRocca, Donald WARRIORS OF THE HIMALAYAS:Arms & Armour of Tibet 10x11, 85 b/w & 200+ color illust cover armor from the 12th to 19th century with examples of Tibetan, Mongol, Nepalese and Chinese, glossary of Tibetan arms and armor terms, biblio, index. 1 vol, 320 pgs 2006 US, METROPOLITAN MUSEUM
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1-227690 Laymam, George COMMUNIST BLOC HANDGUNS A collector's guide to the surplus pistols of the Cold War. From the CZ-52 to the Makarov, all of the handguns of the Communist nations are covered in great detail, with special attention paid to topics that will be of practical use to collectors. Also covered are ammunition and accessories. Organized by country, this new guide will be a 'must own' resource for all enthusiasts of imported pistols and revolvers. Includes 450+ color photos. 1 vol, 160 pgs 2020 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-67250 Lhoste, Jean LES SABRES EN FRANCE:Des Orgines a nos Jour 8x12, hundreds of b/w photos detailing every type of sword/epee from medieval times. 1 vol, 400 pgs 2001 PARIS, EDITION DU PORTAIL
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1-219170 Loades, Mike WAR BOWS: Longbow, Crossbow, Composite Bow and Japanese Yumi War bows dominated battlefields across the world for centuries. In their various forms, they allowed trained archers to take down even well-armored targets from great distances, and played a key role in some of the most famous battles in human history. The composite bow was a versatile and devastatingly effective weapon, on foot, from chariots and on horseback for over a thousand years, used by cultures as diverse as the Hittites, the Romans, the Mongols and the Ottoman Turks. The Middle Ages saw a clash between the iconic longbow and the more technologically sophisticated crossbow, most famously during the Hundred Years War, while in Japan, the samurai used the yumi to deadly effect, unleashing bursts of arrows from their galloping steeds.

Reveals the full history of these four iconic weapons complete with modern ballistics testing, action recreations of what it is like to fire each bow, and a critical analysis of the technology and tactics associated with each bow. 1 vol, 312 pgs 2019 UK, OSPREY PUBLISHING
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1-195450 McNab, Chris and Roberts, Andrew A History of the World in 100 Weapons A History of the World in 100 Weapons tells the stories of the hundred definitive weapons whose effects have been the most revolutionary, changing the way war is waged and the very world we live in. All one hundred are revealed in an array of sumptuous color photographs and contemporary images. Compiled with the assistance of some of the leading military historians, this volume reveals not only the weapon itself but who wielded it and where, clearly explaining the blow-by-blow advance of military technology and expertise across the ages.

Weapons include: Roman gladius, Japanese katana, English longbow, Maxim gun, US atomic bomb, US B-17 Flying Fortress, Soviet AK-47 rifle, and more. 1 vol, 384 pgs 2011 UK, OSPREY PUBLISHING
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1-219890 Melville, Neil TWO HANDED SWORD: History, Design and Use The two-handed swords found in modern museums are often so large and elaborately decorated that the onlooker might question whether such an apparently impractical weapon could ever have been a serious weapon of war. Yet during the Late Middle Ages, although never numerous, such weapons could instill dread in those that faced them on the battlefield and in skilled hands posed a very real danger, being capable of inflicting fearsome wounds.

Explains how, from the late-13th century, technological advances made the development of larger swords requiring both hands both possible and desirable. Includes origins in Germany to development and divergence into regional variations. He examines the evidence for their use on the battlefield over 300 years, most notably in the hands of the Swiss, the German landsknechts and the Scottish clans, before considering their later use in fencing and as ceremonial weapons. Practical advice on fighting with the two-handed sword is also given, drawing on contemporary fencing manuals. The detailed and informative text is beautifully enhanced by dozens of illustrations. 1 vol, 224 pgs 2019 UK, PEN & SWORD
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1-201890 Mowbray, Stuart C BRITISH MILITARY SWORDS Volume I: 1600 to 1660 The English Civil Wars and the Birth of the British Standing Army Early British military swords have always interested collectors and historians, but over the years surprisingly little research has been done about these distinctive weapons and the men who supplied them. This remarkable new book approaches this topic from both a scholarly and a practical point of view, carefully documenting the manufacture, distribution and combat service of these blades, while at the same time pointing out the issues that must be understood by anyone considering their purchase today.

A full-color collector's guide and historical study of British military swords from 1600 through 1660. This period was dominated by the English Civil Wars, and most of this book is dedicated to the weapons of those conflicts. Introduction chapters discuss manufacturing techniques, the cutlers who sold these swords and how they were used by soldiers in the field. Later sections treat the various sword styles in great detail with large photos of all their features, including Rapiers, Mortuary Swords, Hangers, Cutlasses and much more. Over 1,000 clear, color photographs make this one of the most useful and attractive sword books ever published. 1 vol, 302 pgs 2013 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-193040 Oosterman, Pieter M-1 Helmet of the World War II GI, The 750+ color images cover the development and combat use of the US World War II era, fixed bail, M-1 helmet. Years of research has resulted in this well-balanced and complete work, which includes previously unknown material and unique examples of the M-1 helmet. Much attention is given to the many specific manufacturing details, contract numbers and dates involved in the production of M-1 and M-2 helmets. Each variation has been carefully photographed and presented. Also, ten mannequin ensembles represent the GI during basic training, through the fighting in Italy, Normandy, Holland, the Ardennes and Germany. The museum section of the book contains a wealth of rare liners, unit painted helmets, rank marked helmets, camouflaged helmets, paratrooper helmets, battlefield found helmets and much more. 1 vol, 336 pgs 2010 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-74350 Ortner, M. Christian & Erich Artlieb WITH DRAWN SWORD:Austro-Hungarian Edged Weapons 10x12, massive tome, this comprehensive full colorbook presents Austro-Hungarian Edged weapons from1848-1918, 1200+ illust/photos, a must for swordand other militaria collectors. 1 vol, 544 pgs 2004 AUSTRIA, VERLAG MILITARIA
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1-85290 Paul, Jaiwant ARMS & ARMOUR:Traditional Weapons of India 8x11, fully illustrated look at the various types of weapons available. 1 vol, 143 pgs 2005 INDIA, ROLI BOOKS
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1-61183 Petard, Michael DES SABRES ET DES EPEES:V3 Foot Troops 9x12, 700+ illust, 120+ color plates. 1 vol, 284 pgs 2006 FRANCE, ED'S DU CANONNIER
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1-208260 Prescott, George THE ENGLISH REVOLVER: A Collectors' Guide to the Guns, their History and Values Famous throughout the nineteenth century for the quality of its products, the English revolver industry began a steady decline after WWI from which it never recovered. Apart from the famous Webley service revolvers, many products of this important industry are little known outside of the auction house and sale room.

This book sets out to rectify that situation, describing Adam's and Tranter's revolvers, as valued in their day as any of Webley's products, and including guns from the more obscure makers neglected by previous writers. In particular, the chapter on military revolvers is one of the most important sections of the book, beginning with the British government's early purchase of Colt's percussion weapon and concluding with the Webley Service revolvers, strikingly familiar to many who served in the British Army in both World Wars. Finally, many of the guns are pictured here for the first time, a number having been photographed especially for this book. 1 vol, 224 pgs 2015 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-208960 Pritchard, Russ and Huey C.A. and others THE ENGLISH CONNECTION: Supplying the CSA A ground-breaking study and reference detailing the arms, material, and support furnished to the Confederate States of America by Great Britain. This huge volume is stuffed with full-color detailed photos of all items. Included are a directory of British suppliers, details on markings, small arms, artillery, edged weapons, ammunition, accoutrements, uniforms, and much more. Fully cited, with bibliography and index. 1 vol, 616 pgs 2015 US, THOMAS PUBLICATIONS
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1-204260 Riccio, Ralph ITALIAN SMALL ARMS: Of the First and Second World Wars This is the first comprehensive work, in either English or Italian, to address Italian small arms used during World War I and World War II. It describes each weapon and covers the developmental history and use of all Italian designed and produced pistols, rifles, submachine guns and machine guns used during both conflicts, as well as prototype weapons and foreign weapons used by the Italians.

Other appendices cover bayonets, accoutrements, markings, ammunition, small arms manufacturing facilities, Italian small arms designers, production summaries, and collector's notes. It includes many previously unpublished photographs and background information on small arms producers, ammunition production facilities, and designers. In addition to the new material, it also corrects previously published errors about Italian weapons. 1 vol, 240 pgs 2013 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-15250 Robinson, H. Russell ORIENTAL ARMOUR:The Arms & Armour Series Over 100 line drawings detail the development of armor in the Orient, index, biblio, glossary. 1 vol, 257 pgs 2003 MINELOA, DOVER PUBLICATIO
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1-82800 Russell, Carl P. GUNS ON THE EARLY FRONTIER A History of firearms from colonial times throughthe years of the western fur trade. Index, biblio. 1 vol, 395 pgs 2005 MINELOA, DOVER PUBLICATIO
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1-227700 Scarlata, Paul MANNLICHER MILITARY RIFLES: A Collectors Guide Profusely illustrated with close-up photos, drawings and diagrams, this book is the most detailed examination of Mannlicher military rifles ever produced in the English language. Includes model-by-model specifications, modern test firing results, exciting service histories, ammunition details, rare combat photos, useful technical drawings and discussion of Mannlicher's imitators.

Ferdinand von Mannlicher was history's most prolific military firearms designer, with over 150 patents to his credit. During his years at Steyr, it produced more military rifles than any other manufacturer in the world. But most American collectors know very little about these advanced weapons that were the workhorse of the Austro-Hungarian army. Mannlichers saw extensive combat around the world from 1886 to 1952, yet most models are quite reasonably priced today. Inside these pages, you will understand the genius behind Mannlicher's magazine systems, straight-pull and turn-bolt military rifles. And you will learn why they became the standard by which all others were judged. Filled with black & white photos. 1 vol, 168 pgs 2015 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-195800 Siegers, Vincent Winter Uniforms of the German Army and Luftwaffe in World War II This is the first thorough and in-depth study to cover all aspects of the winter uniforms issued to and used by the ground-based troops of the German Army and Air Force during World War II. This book offers a definite overview, covering all uniform pieces and accessories, ranging from coats to scarves, and their developments, used materials, insignia and markings. The book is clearly illustrated with over 180 period black-and-white images and illustrations and up to 200 contemporary, full-color photographs, resulting in an overview with unprecedented detail.
1 vol, 272 pgs 2011 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-213910 Skennerton, Lee THE LEE-ENFIELD: A Century of Lee-Metford & Lee-Enfield Rifles & Carbines Contains nearly 1,400 photographs & drawings. Original photos re-scanned & clarified with grey backgrounds deep-etched.

This study is the product of more than four decades of world-wide research and study which has evolved through two prior editions and many other related titles. 'The Lee-Enfield' is the ultimate account of a century's development and issue of the Lee-Metford and Lee-Enfield series. The Lee Enfield rifle has proven itself as the finest battle rifle of all time. No other firearm has served for so long at home and abroad with such a proud record.

This study encompasses all aspects of Lee-Enfield development & production... Britain, America, India, Australasia, South Africa & the Far East. Rifles, carbines, bayonets, parts, tools, accessories, and ammunition are arranged into specific groups & chapters. 1 vol, 608 pgs 2017 US, ARMS & MILITARIA PRESS
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1-70240 Stafanski, Claus & Dirk OFFICER SWORDS OF THE GERMAN NAVY 1806-1945 8.5x11, 250+ b/w & color photos of all Branches &both Officers & Non-commissioned Officers. 1 vol, 176 pgs 2002 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-38230 Stone, George Cameron GLOSSARY OF THE CONSTRUCTION, DECORATION & USE, A Arms & Armor of all countries and times, a classic work, hundreds of b/w drawings, index. 1 vol, 694 pgs 1961 NY, JACK BRUSSELL
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1-197070 Storz, Dr Dieter GERMAN MILITARY RIFLES: From the Werder Rifle to the M/71.84 Rifle This 392 page work provides a detailed picture of the development of German military rifles from the Werder rifle up to the M/71.84. It is based on many years of extensive study in German archives as well as renowned public and private collections and is thus able to dispel a number of myths and details based on little more than hearsay, replacing them with sound knowledge. The text is accompanied and supported by more than 900 original contemporary photographs, reproductions of documents and high quality colour photographs of existing items, including hundreds of details in close-up. Many of the objects, weapons and accessories are shown here for the first time. The result is a largely new portrayal, built on a broad base of primary sources, of the development of German long arms in the years after 1870, which is bound to remain the standard work on the subject for the foreseeable future.

This volume describes German military rifles of 11 mm calibre. Their common feature was that they fired cartridges with metal cases and black powder as their propellant. In Germany, it was Bavaria that was at the forefront of this development, with the M/69 rifle, also known as the Werder rifle. The reader will discover how this weapon was developed, produced and used, the problems which arose, how they were solved and how the rifle was finally taken out of service. Naturally all the variations, the accessories and the ammunition are also described in detail and
shown in photographs. The M/71 and M/71.84 rifles are dealt with in the same way and for the first time the Chassepot rifles used in the German Imperial Army are comprehensively presented. The time frame extends to the end of the First World War, since many black powder weapons were still used, mainly for training purposes, up to 1918.

This book also covers the weapons of the police and Gendarmerie, so readers interested in the history of Germany's police force will also find much new information 1 vol, 392 pgs 2012 ITALY
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1-197072 Storz, Dr. Dieter GERMAN MILITARY RIFLES: From the Werder Rifle to the M/71.84 Rifle Vol. 2 Volume 2 of 'German Military Rifles' deals with the 88 and 91 model firearms of the Imperial German Army. Like the 1st volume, this book is based on the extensive study of Germany's archival material and on extant pieces in public and private collections, which has made it possible to present a detailed reconstruction of the actual circumstances.

This is the first comprehensive work based on original sources dealing with these weapons and their history -- crucial transition from black powder to nitrocellulose powder (smokeless powder). This change of propellant was a quantum leap in military armament, which changed conditions on the battlefield and within a few years led to the introduction of a less colorful and therefore less conspicuous field uniform.

The introduction of a new, more powerful powder and the corresponding weapons took place under enormous time pressure so it was inevitable that there would be initial teething problems with these new products, which were not yet fully developed.

The 88 model weapons went through two periods of usage: the first began with the hasty rearmament of the German armies around 1890 and ended with the introduction of the 98 models in the years leading up to 1914. It was during the First World War, when a serious shortage of firearms made itself felt, that many of these weapons, which had already been decommissioned, were once again taken out of the depots and reactivated. Both of these periods are covered in this book.

Essential accessories such as cartridge pouches and bayonets are dealt with in this second volume, which also includes chapters on the target weapons and 'fencing' rifles that have hitherto been neglected. 1 vol, 400 pgs 2012 ITALY
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1-190781 Summer, Graham and D'Amato, Raffaele ARMS AND ARMOUR OF THE IMPERIAL ROMAN SOLDIER 8x10, this first volume covers Marius to Commodus. Combines written and artistic sources with the analysis of old and new archaeological finds. 400+ b/w and color illust. Biblio, glossary, index. 1 vol, 320 pgs 2009 UK, FRONTLINE BOOKS
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1-67380 Tonelli, Tiziano L'ARMAMENTO DELLA CAVALLERIA NAPOLEONICA 8.5x11, the swords/pistols etc of the Cavalry of the Kingdoms of Italy and Napoli 1792-1815, hundreds of color photos/illust. 1 vol, 160 pgs 2012 ITALY
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1-79411 Trawnik, William Randall SPIKED HELMETS OF IMPERIAL GERMANY:V1 6x9, 200+ color & b/w photos; volume one coversthe Infantry Regiments, Pioneer Battalions andGeneral Officers, index. 1 vol, 240 pgs 2005 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-84640 Veleanu, Mircea ANTIQUE SWORDS & DAGGERS 8.5x11, 1200+ color photos, price guide help the collector/researcher identify hundreds of weapons. 1 vol, 288 pgs 2006 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER BOOKS
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1-205110 Venturino, Mike SHOOTING WORLD WAR II SMALL ARMS While most books cover the history behind the firearms and how they performed in battle, they stop there. Mike covers all that plus shooting these old firearms today. He also has worked up reloading data for these firearms, some of which is only available in this book. If you love WWII era firearms or own one, this book will help you learn more about it and show you how you can shoot it today. 8.5x11, numerous b/w and color illust/photos. 1 vol, 328 pgs 2014 US, Wolfe Publishing
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1-61862 Vuillemin, Hery DES FUSILS REGLEMENTAIRES FRANCAIS 1866-1936 Gazette des armes, hundreds of color illust/plates and drawings of the French Musket/Rifle. 1 vol, 100 pgs 1999 PARIS, LCV
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1-241150 Wallace, John and Charles Whitelaw AN ILLUSTRATED REFERENCE GUIDE TO SCOTTISH EDGED WEAPONS: Four Classic Texts by John Wallace and Charles E. Whitelaw Reprint of 1970 book remains a standard guide to collecting Scottish edged weapons and contains more examples of Scottish swords. Also contains the monograph by Charles Whitelaw on swords with signed basket hilts by Glasgow and Stirling makers, plus two small additional articles by the same author. An essential study for any collector of Scottish militaria. 1 vol, 172 pgs 2018 CAMBRIDGE, KEN TROTMAN
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1-227680 White, Cameron THE COMPLETE BOOK OF TOKAREV PISTOLS The Tokarev saga is a long and amazingly interesting one. The story began in the 1920s and spans nearly 100 years. It is fair to say that the Tokarev pistol was born out of the advances in small arms that were occurring at the turn of the 20th century, especially the trend of military forces in many countries to replace revolvers with semiautomatic pistols.

While the Tokarev has links to the past, its use continues to the present day. The geographic distribution of the Tokarev is worldwide, as it has migrated from the soviet union to numerous countries around the globe. The Tokarev has been used for so long by so many countries that it is almost universally recognized. It has attained a longevity rivaled by few other pistols. Includes 1,550 color photos and illustrations. 1 vol, 224 pgs 2020 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-212760 Wilsey, Robert THE ITALIAN VETTERLI RIFLE: Development, Variants and History in Service This enhanced volume contains more than three times the content of the original, earlier work entitled The Italian Vetterli System, published by the Royal Armouries.

The Vetterli rifle was in service for over 40 years, developed as a long rifle, a short rifle, a cavalry and a police carbine, in single-shot form, and later adapted for a variety of magazine feeds as the Vetterli-Vitali, Vetterli-Bertoldo, and Vetterli-Ferracciu. The conversions from 10.35 mm to 6.5 mm calibres and subsequently to a .22 training carbine are also covered in detail. Also contains new information on the arms factories that manufactured them.

Includes the history and use of the weapon on active service in some of the less well-known campaigns in Europe and Africa including Ethiopia, Somaliland, Libya, Ireland, Russia, China, Turkey and the Spanish Civil War. This book will appeal to both the firearms collector and the military historian. The wealth of research and detail fills a gap in the history of early breech-loading military rifles. 1 vol, 168 pgs 2016 US, A MOWBRAY PUBLISHERS
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1-197340 Woolley, Charles FELDGRAU 1915-16: The War and Peace Time Uniforms of the German Army - The Official Regulations of 1915-1916 From 1907-15 the uniforms of the German Army went through dramatic changes when Prussian blue was transformed into the new 'feldgrau', or field gray. The next change came in 1915 with the introduction of the new field gray wartime and peacetime uniforms. This volume combines three period volumes and each is illustrated in color and refer only to the 1915 wartime and peacetime uniforms: 1. Deutchlands Armee in feldgrauer Kriegs-und-Friedens-Uniform; 2. Feldgrau in Krieg und Frieden, Berlin 1916; 3. Die Feldgrau Friedens-und Kriegs-Bekleiding der K. Bayerischen Armee, Munich 1916. 200+ color images. 1 vol, 240 pgs 2011 ATGLEN, SCHIFFER LTD BOOKS
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