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102 ARCHERY • OUTDOORS 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 by police agencies prior to the RICmodels. Covers Webley production from1864 to 1938. A number of Webley’s miscellaneous solid frames are also included, along with displays of Webley loading tools, cartridges, cartridge boxes, the 1903 catalog, and previously unknown caliber offerings. Size: 9"x12" • 1,404 color photos • 320pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3553-2•HC•$99.99 / £90.99 / 140.00 CAD 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 sup- plying the Confederacy and its effect on the US 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" • 150 color/bw photos • 192pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4248-6 • HC • $39.99 / £36.99 / 56.99 CAD TheWhitneyNavyRevolver:AReferenceof the ModelsandTypes1857–1866 Daniel E.Williams, Jr. Areference for themost famous revolvermanufactured byEliWhitney, Jr. during the late-1850sand throughout the American Civil War. The Whitney Navy Revolver documents the results of a two-year research project andprovidesclearandcurrent informationonthevarious models and types. A thorough description alongwith photographs of eachmodel and typeofWhitneyNavy revolver is found in this book. Size: 8.5"x11" • 180 color/bw photos • 112pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4249-3•HC•$45.00 / £40.99 / 64.00 CAD One Hundred Years of Winchester Cartridge Boxes 1856-1956 Giles&Shuey. Covering the100 years thatWinchesterand itspredecessor companies— Volcanic RepeatingArms Co., andNewHavenArms Co., which produced cartridges in NewHaven – this is thefirst detailed studydoneoncartridgeboxes from the era of themodern gun. Coverage includes all the calibers forwhichWinchester, includingVolcanic and NewHavenArms, cataloguedevery riflemodel (other than .22 rimfire), from1856-1956. Size: 8.5"x11" • 1,400 color photos • 312pp. ISBN: 0-7643-2541-8 • HC • $69.95 / £63.99 / 105.00 CAD 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 postwar 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" • 60 bw photos/line art • 328pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3825-0•HC•$99.99 / £90.99 / 140.00 CAD 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"•315color photos•118pp. ISBN: 0-916838-81-1 • PB • $14.95 / £13.99 / 19.95 CAD Carving Gunstocks: Power Techniques Jose Valencia. With 250 color photos, all the steps needed 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" 250 color/bw photos • 64pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3370-5 • PB • $16.99 / £15.99 / 23.99 CAD Powder Horns: Fabrication & Decoration Jim Stevens. 275 color photos illustrate working, shaping, decorating, and finishing techniques, including inlays, engrailing, and scrimshaw. 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" • 275 color photos • 176pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3489-4•PB•$29.99 / £27.99 / 42.99 CAD Firearms and TackleMemorabilia John Delph. 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" • 417 color photos • 124pp. ISBN: 0-88740-332-8 • HC • $39.95 / £36.99 / 56.95 CAD 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" • 1,150 color/bw photos • 278pp. ISBN: 0-7643-0416-X • HC • $69.95 / £63.99 / 105.00 CAD ARCHERY TheWayofArchery: A1637ChineseMilitary TrainingManual JieTian&JustinMa. TheWayof Archeryprovidesadetailed introductiontopracticing archery in the traditional Chinesemilitary style. The illustratedtranslationandcommentaryprovideafresh, practical perspectiveona1637archery treatise. The reader will come to understand the technical side of the Way of Archery, and will connect with the philosophyandspiritof theancientChinesewarriors. Size: 9.125"x8.125" • 126 color images • 176pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4791-7 • HC • $39.99 / £36.99 / 56.99 CAD BowAccessories Volkmar Hübschmann, 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" • 653 color photos • 208pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3035-3•HC•$34.99 / £31.99 / 48.99 CAD 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" • 320 color/bw photos • 232pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4153-3•HC•$34.99 / £31.99 / 48.99 CAD Making Bows with Children Wulf Hein. If you want to build yourself a real bow, here is where the adventure begins! Learn how to build 2 different bows, arrows, bowstrings, and quiv- er with step-by-step instruction. This well-illustrated book also takes you on a brief excursion through the history of this ancient implement. Size: 11"x8.5"•265color images•208pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4442-8 • HC • $34.99 / £31.99 / 48.99 CAD Teaching the Bow to Bend: Making a Longbow Linda Schilling andMichael Wlotzka. Making a longbow in only two days? No sweat! In their two-day work- shops, the bowmakers team of Kunst-Griff introduced many enthusiastic beginners to the basics of making a wooden longbow—demonstrating each action step by step, in a comprehensible and clear way. This compact book, now in color, brings their workshop to you! Size: 6"x9" • 183 color images • 80pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4595-1•PB•$19.99 / £18.99 / 28.99 CAD Making a Rattan Bow Linda Schilling & Michael Wlotzka. Using rattan or a combina- tion of rattan and wood, this book guides you through the making of seven bow designs with illustrated, step-by-step instructions. Sections include creating the bow profile, tillering, leather grips, shaping the handle, making wood overlays for the tips, and much more. Perfect for archers, woodworkers, and crafters of all skill levels. Size: 8.5"x11"•328color images/8graphs•112pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4546-3•PB•$24.99 / £22.99 / 35.99 CAD Legends in Archery: Adventurers with Bow and Arrow Peter O. Stecher. Filled with stories, observations, and lessons from the gutsy adventurous characters who defined the sport of archery, this book takes you on journies to big game bowhunts in Africa, bowfishing in South America, and other adventures in archery. Size: 7"x10" • 214 bw photos • 192pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3575-4 • HC • $29.99 / £27.99 / 42.99 CAD Braiding Rawhide Horse Tack Revised & Ex- panded 2nd Edition. Robert L. Woolery. In this updated second edition, readers are shown every step to successful rawhide braiding, beginning with a fresh cowhide, continuing through cutting strings and braid- ing, and ending with finished reatas, bosals, hobbles, or reins. Also discussed are tools and implements the beginner can make out of readily available materials. Size: 6"x9" • 184 color/bw photos • 160pp. ISBN: 978-0-87033-629-4•PB•$16.99 / £15.99 / 23.99 CAD OUTDOORS The Global Outdoor Survival Guide: Basic to Advanced Skills for Every Environment. Joe Vogel. Learn how to survive in each of the earth’s ecosystems. From tools and equipment to shelter and food, this book details the skills, observations, and steps to not only survive, but thrive and enjoy that environment. A must for any seasoned excursionist or beginner gearing up for the outdoors. Size: 7"x10" • over 400 color photographs • 256pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-5426-7 • PB • $29.99 / £27.99 / 42.99 CAD My Life Pile: A Compilation of Stories from the Lifetime of a Hunter/Gatherer. Vic Berg. This books tells of the self-centering effects of living within nature while hunting and fishing, written by an outfitter and guide of 50 years experience. The author observes how humbling his clients’ dealings with wildlife encounteredmay be. Size: 9"x8" • 53 color/bw images • 160pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4518-0•PB•$19.99 / £18.99 / 28.99 CAD