| | |
| ||
Merz Antique Firearms ~ Catalog of Old Guns and Related ItemsCurrent Gun Reference BooksOur recommended reading list for books about collecting old guns. 
REMINGTON .22 RIMFIRE RIFLES BOOKItem # el After a sixteen year study, noted .22 collector John Gydé and Remington Historian Roy Marcot have completed their long-awaited book. Published in April 2007, this hard cover, full-color, 388 page book features over 1,000 full color photographs and illustrations. Every model Remington .22 rifle is described in detail, from the earliest in 1866 to the latest rifles introduced in 2006. A special section covers Remington .22 prototype rifles... unique systems that never made it past R & D.
ITHACA FEATHERLIGHT REPEATERS ...THE BEST GUN GOINGItem # el A Complete History of the Ithaca Model 37 and the Model 87. Hardcover book by Walter Snyder.
THE BURGESS LONG RANGE REPEATING RIFLE MODEL 1878, AND OTHER RELATED STORIESItem # el Great brand new book signed by the author Dale A. Olson. The book contains the history of Andrew Burgess, Eli Whitney and the manufacture of this gun at the Whitneyville Armory. Included are several stories of men who owned them and incidents relating to the use of this gun. Also included is a compilation of serial numbers and configurations of the Burgess, Whitney Kennedy and the 1886 Whitney Scharf. This is a must for lever gun and history enthusiasts. Includes photos of many interesting variations. 150 pages, softcover.
THE STORY OF THE WINCHESTER 1 OF 1000 AND 1 OF 100 RIFLESItem # el A great new book by Ed Lewis. "A comprehensive guide to Winchester's dream rifles. No Winchester enthusiast can afford to do without this essential new reference! • Includes critical information that will help identify valuable rarities and avoid fakes. • Learn what makes these Model 1873 and Model 1876 rifles special and why they were made. • Enjoy the colorful stories behind these premium weapons, which were often the prized possessions of Western characters like cowboys, cattlemen, trick shooters, rustlers, state coach drivers and outlaws. • 500+ color photos • Serial number tables." 176 pages, hardcover.
The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume 1: A History & Analysis, by John CampbellItem # 22B New printing. Largely drawn from unpublished archival material, this exciting book combines all the known, and until now unknown, lore of the Single-Shot, one of the most admired and sought-after rifles ever made, together in one attractive volume. Supported by rare and informative photographs, factory design and engineering drawings, and production charts." 272 pages, 302 photos, 8.5"x11". Hardcover w/dustjacket.
The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume 2: Old Secrets and New DiscoveriesItem # 23B New printing. This book is a must-have for connoisseurs of the Winchester Single-Shot and avid students of all things Winchester! In this incredibly researched sequel to John Campbell's original work, The Winchester Single-Shot, collectors of the Model 1885 will uncover a trove of new information - much of it never before published. What's more, all Winchester collectors will find amazing knowledge and insights that have been buried for over a century. Learn the human side of Winchester through detailed biographies of the men who made Winchester a legend. Probe the surprising secrets of Winchester's model room. Revisit the art and precision of the W.R.A. Co. drafting rooms and manufacturing shops that helped forge American history. And tour the dark but revealing recesses of the Cody Firearms Museum vaults. Its all here between the covers of The Winchester Single-Shot, Volume II." 282 pages, over 350 photos, 8.5"x11". Hardcover w/dustjacket. Note: Click here for more info on the amazing gun that is illustrated on the front cover.
L. D. Nimschke: Firearms EngraverItem # 18B Reprint of one of the most important gun engraving books ever, includes reproductions of Nimschke's personal notebook, showing rubbings of his work.
THE NEW YORK STATE FIREARMS TRADEItem # el By H.J. Swinney, compiled by Tom Rowe. Set of five large hardcover books with nearly 2400 pages total. The culmination of over 50 years of research, containing endless photographs and information about New York guns, gunmakers & etc. Only one set left!
REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK RIFLES, CARBINES AND SHOTGUNS - SPORTING AND TARGET RIFLESItem # 16B Brand new book by Roy Marcot, with Jay Lewis, Tom Rowe, Ron Paxton, Cary Marcot, and forward by Norm Flayderman. Beautifully illustrated and extensively researched, featuring most of the world's finest and important Rolling Blocks, including 3 from our collection. Large book, a little over 12 x 10" with 322 pages & dust jacket.
THE HENRY RIFLEItem # 1B
VOLUME III - OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS — ALTE SCHEIBENWAFFEN;Item # 13B THE GERMAN RIFLE VOLUME 3; By Tom Rowe. Hardcover with 390 pgs of fine photos pertaining mostly to the German Zimmerstutzens & German hand held target pistols.
VOLUME II - OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS — ALTE SCHEIBENWAFFENItem # 12B THE GERMAN TARGET RIFLE VOLUME 2; By Tom Rowe. Hardcover with 422 pgs. A lot of well done photos & the identification of many little known German makers.
VOLUME I - OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS — ALTE SCHEIBENWAFFENItem # 11B OLD GERMAN TARGET ARMS Vol 1; by Tom Rowe; hardcover 388 pgs. this book is 1st in a series of 3 Covering the German Schuetzen Rifle. They are the only books written on early german target Rifles. I think the author did a fantastic job. Great photos & excellent. text.
IDENTIFYING YOUR MODEL 1886 WINCHESTERItem # 14B by John Madl. 8 x 11" pamphlet, 78 pgs. Covers design changes, variations, etc.
WINCHESTER’S NEW MODEL OF 1873 - A TRIBUTEItem # 4B
WINCHESTER AN AMERICAN LEGENDItem # 2B By R.L. Wilson Hardcover book with over 400 pages. Lots of good photos. A must for any Winchester collector.
FIREARMS ENGRAVING AS DECORATIVE ARTItem # 4B By Harris. Thoroughly covers early engravers. Beautifully done; hundreds of color photos!
THE MARLIN FIREARMS BOOKItem # 19B by Brophy, Marlin Factory Historian-the best of its kind!
BULLARD ARMSItem # 31B 244 pages, hard cover. Signed and dated March 14, 1991 by author G. Scott Jamieson. Excellent book, extensively covering Bullard-manufactured repeating rifles & single shots. This is the earlier original version of the Bullard Firearms" book which we also have for sale.
BULLARD FIREARMSItem # 2B 368 pages, hard cover. Signed and dated August 27, 2002 by author 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. Bullard or his arms prior to 1988 when the first edition called Bullard Arms was published. This greatly expanded volume with over 1,000 black and white and 150 color plates, most not previously published answers many of the questions posed in the first edition. The book is divided into eleven chapters each covering a different aspect of the Bullard story. For example, chapter two discusses Bullard's pioneering automotive work for the Overman Automobile Company (he was probably first to use a metal body on a production automobile (1899). Chapters four through eight outline in detail the large-frame repeaters, the small-frame repeaters, the solid-frame single-shot rifles, the detachable-interchangeable barrel model single-shots and lastly the very rare military and experimental models. Each model is covered in depth with many detailed photographs of the interior parts and workings of the repeaters. Chapter nine covers the fascinating and equally unknown world of Bullard cartridges and reloading tools. The final chapter outlines in chart form almost 500 Bullard rifles by serial number, caliber and type. Quick and easy to use, this book is a real benefit for collectors and dealers alike.
THE NINETY-NINE SAVAGEItem # 10B by D.P. Murray. History of the Savage Model 99 Rifle, includes serial numbers & model identification that is quite informatiuve and fully illustrated!
THE STORY OF POPES BARRELSItem # 21B by Smith. Comprehensive saga of the King of Rifle Smiths. 200 pgs.
THE WINCHESTER ERAItem # 34B Hard cover by Madis. Signed First Edition. Story of The Winchester Company, discussing models collectible Winchesters. Well illustrated.
WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO.Item # 7B It's history and development. 1865-1981 by Houze. 512 pp. Excellent reference. Out of print.
MORE SINGLE-SHOT RIFLESItem # 23B hardcover by James J. Grant. Over 180 illustrations & info about such great rifles as the Ballard, Stevens, Remington, Winchester, Peabody-Martini, etc.
GUNS OF REMINGTON: THE HISTORIC FIREARMS SPANNING TWO CENTURIESItem # 10B By Howard Madaus. Hardcover book with 350 pgs. Includes many high quality photos, exc. reference book.
REMINGTON — AMERICAS OLDEST GUNMAKERItem # 9B By Roy Marcot. Hardcover book with 312 pgs. This is an excellent book covering all of the models made by Remington & history of the company.
SPENCER REPEATING FIREARMSItem # 35B by Marcot. Harcover, lots of photos & history. 316 pages.
WINCHESTER TWO-PIECE 22 .BOXES 1873-1927Item # 15B By Richard Rains. Hardcover, lots of photos, over 200 pages covering the 22 Cal. boxed ammo made by Winchester. Very thoroughly done.
THE WINCHESTER ENGRAVING BOOKItem # 5B
WINCHESTER SHOTGUNSItem # 17B By Dennis Adler. 300+ page hardcover book. This is a well done exc ref book with great photos & a lot of little known info.
|
 |
|
||||||||||||||||
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||
Inquire About This Item
