The Official Price Guide to Collector Handguns provides in-depth coverage on handguns of every category, by all makers. It is the only book of its kind, offering extensive information on each gun as well as current prices. Here are vital facts, history, technical data, and important collector information. An added focus on antique handguns makes this book the complete reference to handguns of all types.
-- Comprehensive. From revolvers, derringers, and clip guns to pepperboxes, pocket rifles, and novelty models, this invaluable guide covers models from all the leading manufacturers -- American and foreign -- including Beretta, Colt, Remington, Ruger, Sharp Shooter, Smith and Wesson, Star, Winchester, and many others.
-- Detailed. Complete data on each handgun, including Action Type, Caliber, Barrel Length, Finish, Manufacturing Dates, Stock, Rifling, Weight, Sights, Serial Numbers, Major Variations, Markings, History, and Mechanical Functioning.
-- Special Feature. This essential reference provides detailed assembly diagrams for many of the listed models, with name and number of every component part.
-- Vital Information. A virtual encyclopedia of gun-collecting lore, including fascinating handgun histories and biographies of the most important handgun designers and inventors.
-- Professional Advice. Expert tips on buying, selling, restoring, and refinishing your handguns -- plus everything you need to know on the legal classification of firearms according to the latest federal regulations on ownership and interstate mailing.
-- Glossary. Learn the language of the true marksman, from "Action" and "Backstrap" to "Vent Rib" and "Wadcutter."
-- Fully Illustrated.
-- Comprehensive. From revolvers, derringers, and clip guns to pepperboxes, pocket rifles, and novelty models, this invaluable guide covers models from all the leading manufacturers -- American and foreign -- including Beretta, Colt, Remington, Ruger, Sharp Shooter, Smith and Wesson, Star, Winchester, and many others.
-- Detailed. Complete data on each handgun, including Action Type, Caliber, Barrel Length, Finish, Manufacturing Dates, Stock, Rifling, Weight, Sights, Serial Numbers, Major Variations, Markings, History, and Mechanical Functioning.
-- Special Feature. This essential reference provides detailed assembly diagrams for many of the listed models, with name and number of every component part.
-- Vital Information. A virtual encyclopedia of gun-collecting lore, including fascinating handgun histories and biographies of the most important handgun designers and inventors.
-- Professional Advice. Expert tips on buying, selling, restoring, and refinishing your handguns -- plus everything you need to know on the legal classification of firearms according to the latest federal regulations on ownership and interstate mailing.
-- Glossary. Learn the language of the true marksman, from "Action" and "Backstrap" to "Vent Rib" and "Wadcutter."
-- Fully Illustrated.
