Militaria, arms and armour Books

Mit Pistolen kombinierte Blankwaffen stellten immer nur eine Randerscheinung der Waffengeschichte dar. Dennoch existieren sie nahezu so lange wie Feuerwaffen selbst. Immer wieder versuchten versierte Techniker, die Wirkung der einen Waffe durch die...

Originally published in 1808. The author not only appreciated the advantage of the rifle in war, he also gives an exceptionally lucid account of its origins, operation and mechanics. The well illustrated contents will prove of great value to the...

2012 Reprint of 1948 Edition. Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Profusely illustrated. This book is still a classic in the early development of applied ballistics. Much of the information...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to ballistics, with a special focus on internal ballistics and the general principles thereof. Including interesting historical information and detailed scientific explanations, “Internal Ballistics” is highly...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

Australians have been repeatedly told that their gun laws have made them safer. But the data does not support that and there's no reason it should - gun availability and violent crime are independent variables. A high level of gun control does not reduce...

On May 5, 1868, General Order No. 11 was issued by the Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, John A. Logan. It says in part: The 30th day of May 1868 is designated for the purpose of strewing flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades...

The journey you're on is yours alone. No one person can decide for you what is best, only you can make that decision. As you explore, keep this guide handy and use it as a reference to help your decisions. You have as much potential as anyone to become a...

Gun Control vs. Gun Rights: The American Dilemma delves deep into the history, arguments, and perspectives surrounding the contentious issue of guns in America, providing a comprehensive and balanced analysis of the topic.From examining the Second...

The collecting advantage you needIf you enjoy handling and collecting Old Case and Case-Related knives you want to be sure that you have the proper knowledge and training you need to ensure that you are collecting authentic examples with knowledge as to...

The hobby of historical shooting helps us explore the past in a different way, by collecting and shooting antique or reproduction firearms in a manner as close as possible to the way they were used in their days of glory.In this book the author explores...

This presents the artistry of Ralph Parsons Bone, Master Engraver and custom gun and knife maker, in conjunction with the knife-making artistry of Enedino De Leon and several custom gun makers, with whom Bone chose to collaborate his artistry.The...

This first-ever book explores the history, development and evolution of the United States Air Force Thunderbirds flight helmets, from the team's inception in 1953 to present-day. Learn the origin and meaning of the Native American Thunderbird emblem and...

Master Your Collectible Pistol or Revolver With This Historic Military GuidebookPrepare yourself and brush up on your skills with this unabridged, high-quality World War II Civilian Reference Edition reissue of the official Pistols and Revolvers FM 23-35...

Master Your Collectible Shotgun With This Expert Military GuidebookPrepare yourself and brush up on your skills with this unabridged, high-quality World War II Civilian Reference Edition reissue of the official Shotguns, All Types TM 9-285 US Army War...

Primitive Weapons Miscellany collects seven early papers on primitive weapons like boomerangs, harpoons, slings, and blowguns, taken primarily from anthropological journals. These papers show examples of the weapons, and describe their use in hunting...

Due to so much misinformation throughout America regarding firearms, I got tired of seeing innocent people die each and every day at the hands of criminals. I've come to take this poor information and loss of innocent lives in this great country very...

American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms focuses on the arms used from the early exploratory period throughout the colonial period and the American Revolution. Arranged chronologically, it contains definitive...

Beginning with the Horrell War of 1873 and continuing through Billy the Kid's death at the hands of Pat Garrett on July 14, 1881, the author describes, in detail and with photographs, the actual firearms that were available to the combatants during...

A must-have title for those who want to be up-to-date on Michigan's Firearms Laws. This book is also required reading for those who are applying for a Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL or CCW). Keep this print edition handy for quick reference...

This vintage book contains a treatise on a variety of ancient projective weapons, with a special focus on ancient and mediaeval Catapults and Balistas. With fascinating historical information and complete descriptions of the various weapons discussed,...

New data surrounding the procurement and modifications of arms produced by the national armories, and under federal contract procured by the individual states and by individual members of militias, is presented here for the first time. This information,...

The Modern Weaponry of the World's Armed Forces is a treatise of military weaponry. It depicts about forty present-day weapon systems possessed by various nations, describing three to four weapons of each category with images, specifications, origin,...

3rd Reich Special Trains is an in-depth exploration of this World War II area that was unique to the German War effort. In addition to descriptive details as to the efficacy of the early period mobile war headquarters concept, there is a secondary...

""Kurze Nachricht von dem K. K. Raritatenkabinet zu Ambras in Tyrol"" ist ein Buch von Johann Primisser, das 1777 ver������ffentlicht wurde. Es handelt sich um eine kurze Beschreibung des Rarit�����tenkabinetts des Kaisers von �����sterreich, das sich im...

Step into a world of kick-ass ecchi girls as they don sexy camouflage fashion and navigate the rugged wilderness of lush jungles, murky swamps, and scorching deserts...Contains some nudity and firearms! Adults Only!

Originally published in 1982, this is the most comprehensive handbook on arms control ever published. It contains an analysis of the bilateral and multilateral agreements reached since World War II. An assessment is made of the extent to which each...

From the resting place of Noah’s ark, the home of the Queen of Sheba, from the land of frankincense and myrrh come these ancient Islamic treasures. Superbly photographed, Jambiya takes you on a journey through the oldest souqs of Arabia...

Vidkun Quisling, Norway's infamous Nazi collaborator, was perhaps the world's most renowned traitor. In early 1942, when he rose to power in occupied Norway under German occupation, a small paramilitary unit was charged with his personal protection. It...

Why do you need a gun log book? For the primary reason that your guns need papers and history to be legal. Write about the gun specifics, including its purchase price, estimated value and any other important information that come with your specific...

When one hears the name Samuel Colt, one immediately thinks of the Colt revolver, but how many people realise that he was one of the first businessmen to appreciate the financial implications of mass production, or that he was a pioneer in using...

This is the story of a search for information about a Civil War painting unique in several respects: it is on an old-fashioned roll-down window blind, is the only known surviving work of previously unknown soldier artist John H. G. Hood, and is the only...

   The most comprehensive study ever produced on maritime survival and rescue equipment used by the U.S. Army Air Forces and US Navy and Marine Corps during the Second World War. Volume 2 in this series focuses on the survival equipment carried...

The most comprehensive study ever produced on maritime survival and rescue equipment used by the U.S. Army Air Forces and US Navy and Marine Corps during the Second World War. Volume 1 in this series focuses on flotation devices carried in aircraft and...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

2022 Reprint of the 1962 Edition.   Exact facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Profusely illustrated with photos of actual cartridges and dimensions. Illustrated Edition of 1959 in...

Learn what works, what doesn't work, and why!Following the numerous chapters on the science and safety of cartridge reloading, there are over 200 pages of rifle cartridge loads and another 20 pages of handgun cartridge loads to help handloaders get...

2014 Reprint of 1948 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. John Howard 'Pondoro' Taylor (1904 - 1969) was a big-game hunter of Irish descent. In Africa he experimented extensively using...

2012 Reprint of 1951 Edition. Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Profusely illustrated. Charles Singer Landis was the preeminent small-bore writer and target/varmint shooter of his time. Above...

This comprehensive guide to firearms provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of American society through the lens of guns. With detailed descriptions and illustrations, this book is a great resource for anyone interested in the history of...

For the third year running, this book, originally published in 1984, provided those actively concerned with the dangers of war at the time, with well-researched and up-to-date information on military developments of every kind.Based on material published...

"Mastering Secondary VA Claims: A Comprehensive Guide to Winning Your Case""Mastering Secondary VA Claims" is a comprehensive guide that provides veterans with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complex process of winning secondary VA claims...

The breech loading shotgun would have been no use without its cartridges. Much has already been written about the histories of shotguns, but very little about the many cartridges that were loaded into the breeches. This book contains drawings of a large...

You deserve your history! When someone comes up with the right idea at the right time, and it brings us all together in a single voice, it takes on a life of its own and lives throughout history. This book edicts the amazing ways people embraced the...