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100 FIREARMS • ARCHERY JapaneseMilitaryCartridgeHandguns1893- 1945: A Revised and Expanded Edition of “Hand Cannons of Imperial Japan" Derby & Brown.Signalpistols,foreign-procuredmilitaryhand- guns,ammunition,holsters,andaccessoriesarealso covered. Significant changes are included based on newfindings,andagreatdealofnewinformationhas beenadded.Anumberofnewlydiscoveredvariants are identified and described, and expanded tables of reported serial numbers and production data are provided. Size:8.5"x11"•550color/bwphotos•384pp. ISBN:0-7643-1780-6•hard•$79.95 Cold War Pistols of Czechoslovakia James D. Brown. This is the first English language work to examine the subject in detail and the first in any languagetoidentify,describe,andquantifyvariations andproductionfiguresforthemodelscovered.The book focuses on the Czechoslovak Communist period(1948-89).Alsocoveredarethemoremodern commercialCZ75andCZ85,themilitarymodel82, andthecommercialCZ83,asaresmallcalibertarget pistolsandsignalpistols. Size:8.5"x11"•280color/bwphotos•152pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-3354-5•hard•$59.99 Bullard Firearms G. Scott Jamieson. Bullard Firearms is the story of a mechanical genius whose rifles and cartridges were the equal of any made in America in the 1880s, yet little of substance had been written about James H. Bul- lard or his arms prior to 1988 when the original first edition called Bullard Arms was published. Size:8.5"x11"•1100color/bwphotos•368pp. ISBN:0-7643-1465-3•hard•$100.00 Italian Small Arms of the First and Second WorldWars RalphRiccio.Thiscomprehensivebook addresses all Italian small arms used during both World Wars and covers pistols, rifles, submachine guns and machine guns domestically designed and produced, as well as prototypes and foreign weapons in Italian service. It contains much new data as well as correcting previous information and is an invaluable reference work. Size:8.5"x11"•608color/bwphotos•224pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4583-8 • hard • $69.99 • Schiffer LTD Engraved Handguns of .22 Calibre 1855-85 John S. Laidacker. For many years the designs found on engraved handguns has been found quite interesting. This book identifies the motifs employed, and determines engraving charac- teristics of various arms producing companies. To accomplish this, examples of .22 calibre handguns from 1855 to the mid-1870s have been examined and photographed, and a system of identification has been structured. Size:8.5"x11"•400color/bwphotos•168pp. ISBN:0-7643-1683-4•hard•$69.95 Double Action: Classic Revolvers for Target Shooting, Hunting, and Security Ulrich Schwab. This reference book describes the most popular double action revolvers in words and superb, high-quality photographs, and documents their design, technology, and how they shoot. It also what they can achieve in precision shooting and discusses trigger pull weight and groups. Size:7"x10"•170photos•208pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-4630-9•hardcover•$39.99 Developmental Cartridge Handguns in .22 Calibre: As Produced in the United States and Europe from 1855-75 John S. Laidacker. This book is a study of early .22 cartridge handguns from 1855-75. Laidacker’s primary aim was to offer a quick reference to the collector, and his commentary on the wide variety of types, variations, and makers, as well as detailed photography, make this a superb addition to any firearm library. Size:8.5"x11"•860bwphotos•560pp. ISBN:0-7643-1865-9•hard•$100.00 Webley Solid-Frame Revolvers: Nos. 1, 1 1/2, 2, Bull Dogs, and Pugs Black/Ficken/ Michaels. Popular from the late 19th through the early 20th centuries, the British Webley Pug and Bull Dog revolvers, manufactured by P. Webley & Son of Birmingham, provided security for many at home or concealed in coat pockets. Size:9"x12"•814colorphotos•320pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-3152-7•hard•$99.99 Webley Solid Frame Revolvers: RICs, MPs, and No. 5s Black/Davis/Michaud. New research on the Webley RIC, MP, and No.5 revolvers. Includes new information onWebleys purchased bypoliceagenciesprior to theRICmodels.Covers Webleyproduction from1864 to1938.Anumber of Webley’s miscellaneous solid frames are also included, along with displays of Webley loading tools, cartridges, cartridge boxes, the 1903 catalog,andpreviouslyunknowncaliberofferings. Size:9"x12"ï1404colorphotos•320pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-3553-2•hard•$99.99 Suppliers to the Confederacy: British Imported Arms and Accoutrements Craig L. Barry and David C. Burt. A look at the impact the English had on supplying the Confederacy and its effect on the U.S. Civil War. Each piece of equipment is examined in great detail with detailed photographs and a discussion of most of the patterns of British equipment carried by Confederate soldiers and how they were to be used, how it was purchased, from where and by whom, and how it was shipped over to the Confederate States. Size:6"x9"•150color/bwphotos•192pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-4248-6•hard•$39.99 TheWhitneyNavyRevolver:AReferenceofthe ModelsandTypes1857-1866 DanielE.Williams,Jr. Areferenceforthemostfamousrevolvermanufactured byEliWhitney,Jr.duringthelate-1850sandthroughout the American Civil War. The Whitney Navy Revolver documents the results of a two-year research project andprovidesclearandcurrentinformationonthevarious modelsandtypes.Athoroughdescriptionalongwith photographsofeachmodelandtypeofWhitneyNavy revolver is found in thisbook. Size:8.5"x11"•180color/bwphotos•112pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-4249-3•hard•$45.00 One Hundred Years of Winchester Cartridge Boxes1856-1956 Giles&Shuey.Coveringthe100 yearsthatWinchesterand itspredecessorcompanies –VolcanicRepeatingArmsCo.,andNewHavenArms Co.,whichproducedcartridges inNewHaven–this is thefirstdetailedstudydoneoncartridgeboxes from theeraofthemoderngun.Coverage includesallthe calibersforwhichWinchester, includingVolcanicand NewHavenArms,cataloguedeveryriflemodel(other than .22 rimfire), from1856-1956. Size:8.5"x11"•1400colorphotos•312pp. ISBN:0-7643-2541-8•hard•$69.95 Modern Exterior Ballistics: The Launch and Flight Dynamics of Symmetric Projectiles 2nd Edition Robert L. McCoy. The basic free flight dynamics of symmetric projectiles and a historical perspective from early developments in the 19th century through the modern post-war era. The basic principles of ballistic science are developed from a comprehensive definition of the aerodynamic forces that control the flight dynamics of symmetric projectiles. Size:8.5"x11"•60bwphotos/lineart•328pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-3825-0•hard•$99.99 Guns and Gunmaking Tools of Southern Appalachia: The Story of the Kentucky Rifle John Rice Irwin. The people of the isolated mountain valleys of Appalachia tell how they make and use the Kentucky and related firearms and the supplies that go with them, both in the past and today as tradition continues. Size:11"x8.5"•315colorphotos•118pp. ISBN:0-916838-81-1•soft•$14.95 Carving Gunstocks: Power Techniques Jose Valencia.With250colorphotos,all thestepsneeded to transform a plain gunstock into a work of art are explained, from creating patterns, removing factory checkering, and using a high speed power pen and bits to create scroll, basket weave, and maple leaf patterns, along with realistic wildlife carvings. Adapting patterns to curved surfaces, sanding, and finishing techniques are explained. Size:8.5"x11"250color/bwphotos•64pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-3370-5•soft•$16.99 Powder Horns: Fabrication & Decoration Jim Stevens. 275 color photos illustrate working, shaping, decorating, and finishing techniques, including inlays,engrailing,andscrimshaw.Leather strap weaving and braiding methods are also provided for carrying the finished horn in an authentic manner. For inspiration, photo gallery shows finished powder horns and a contact list includes the artists featured. Size:8.5"x11"•275colorphotos•176pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-3489-4•soft•$29.99 Firearms and TackleMemorabilia JohnDelph. The advertising art used to promote firearms and fishing tackle is among the most beautiful and highly cherished of all. Exquisitely executed and highly collectible, some of the finest examples are presented here in full color photos. Included are signs and posters, calendars, trade cards, boxes, envelopes, and other highly sought-after memorabilia. Size:8.5"x11"•417colorphotos•124pp. ISBN:0-88740-332-8•hard•$39.95 Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles Donna Tonelli. A treasury of the finest hunting collectibles around, this is a valuable reference guide for everyone from the beginner to the seasoned collector. Includes decoys, bird calls, early arms and ammunition company premiums, and hundreds of other items, all in full color with a helpful price guide. Size:8.5"x11"•1150color/bwphotos•278pp. ISBN:0-7643-0416-X•hard•$69.95 ARCHERY TheWayofArchery:A1637ChineseMilitary TrainingManual JieTian&JustinMa.TheWayof Archeryprovidesadetailedintroductiontopracticing archery inthetraditionalChinesemilitarystyle.The illustratedtranslationandcommentaryprovideafresh, practicalperspectiveona1637archerytreatise.The reader will come to understand the technical side of the Way of Archery, and will connect with the philosophyandspiritoftheancientChinesewarriors. Size:9.125"x8.125"•126color images•176pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-4791-7•hard•$39.99 BowAccessories VolkmarHübschmann,Editor. Here are detailed, step-by-step instructions to enable them to equip themselves with personal finger guards, belt pouches, tension springs, string holders, and ten types of quivers. Learn to make bowstrings, targets (from simple to imaginative), and fittings, and gain information to make arrows especially crafted to meet an archer’s individual needs. Size:8.5"x11"•653colorphotos•208pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-3035-3•hard•$34.99 The Bow Builder’s Book: European Bow Building from the Stone Age to Today Revised 2nd Edition Alrune,Hein,Junkmanns, Pantel,Riesch,Stegmeyer,Stehli,Vögele,&Zschi- eschang. Experienced bow builders describe the history, evolution and construction of European style longbows in this engaging book. For the beginner, clear, uncomplicated instructions are offered, including descriptions of construction techniques, tools, materials, and shooting styles. Size:8.5"x11"•320color/bwphotos•232pp. ISBN:978-0-7643-4153-3•hard•$34.99