US Winchester Trench and Riot Guns and other US Combat Shotguns (For collectors only) (Paperback)

~ (Author) "The Winchester Model 1897 and Model 1912 Trench and Riot Guns used in World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam and even the Persian Gulf..." (more)
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Product Description

This is the first book ever written that is devoted to U.S. Combat Shotguns. The story of their development begins during the late 19th Century and carries through the Philippine Insurrection, World War I, the civil disturbances in Central America in the 1920s and '30s, Prohibition, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War and the Persian Gulf War.

Because the Winchester Model 1897 and 1912 were the most commonly used combat shotguns up to the Vietnam War period, the book concentrates heavily on these two models, but by no means neglects the many Remington, Stevens, Ithaca, Mossberg and other shotguns used by U.S. military forces to the present day.

A part-by-part analysis of the Winchester Models 1897 and 1912 is provided with emphasis differentiating between World War I and World War II models. Serial number ranges are listed and factory and inspector's markings are interpreted. The differences between riot guns and trench guns are explained and the different variations of bayonet mount/handguards are described and related to serial number ranges. The many and difficult problems in determining if a particular riot or trench shotgun was used by the military during World War I is explained.

During World War II, the U.S. military purchased variety of shotguns from several different companies. Some of these shotguns were originally built and marked for the civilian market. Each variation is explained and points of identification are listed. Shotguns purchased and used by the U.S. military through the Persian Gulf War are included.

From the Publisher

This book is unique in its detailed coverage of all U.S. military shotguns. There are no other books or magazine articles that cover military shotguns in this depth available in English.

Product Details

• Paperback: 122 pages
• Publisher: North Cape Pubns (October 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1882391020
• ISBN-13: 978-1882391028
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #308,722 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars DISSAPOINTED, January 21, 2008

By	Ja Sanchez De Pu "GACELA" (BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

US WINCHESTER TRENCH AND RIOT GUNS...
SO A BORING BOOK
NO PICTURES OR PHOTOS INSIDE
DISSAPOINTED
THIS MAKE ME DOUBT BEFORE BUYING BOOKS THROUGH THE INTERNET
THANKS ANY WAY
REGARDS
JAVIER

4.0 out of 5 stars It delivered what was promised - 4+ rating, December 7, 2007

By	Gill M. Girard "Nimrod" (Fort Worth, Texas) - See all my reviews

This book delivered what it promised - 4+ rating.

Absolutely got my money's worth.

Thank you for having it available.

3.0 out of 5 stars A Decent Referance, January 29, 2006

By	Tim Scott "Timofey" (Santa Barbara CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Not many detail pictures as other references. But the descriptions are pretty good. A good supplement to COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO THE U.S. COMBAT SHOTGUNS by Canfield.