Mobray publishers (14 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: As New. 1st Edition. 144 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. The carbines used by the U.S. Cavalry have always been of special interest to both historians and collectors. And this exhaustively researched book covers the entire crucial period stretching from the beginning of the Civil War to the end of the cavalry carbine era in 1905. These innovative carbines, and the men who carried them on horseback, played crucial roles in some of the most exciting episodes in American history, including the War Between the States, the Indian Campaigns, Custer's Last Stand, the Rough Riders in Cuba, the Philippine Insurrection and the Boxer Rebellion. Every one of these popular topics is covered in this entertaining and informative book - all illustrated with a generous selection of period and modern photos. An excellent reference. A Very Fine As New copy.…

Hardcover. Condición: As New. 1st Edition. With a remarkable wealth of data about the Riflemen and Regiments who carried these weapons. 264 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. Historians have always been intrigued by Riflemen and the special weapons they carried. Until now there has been little information available about these rifles and which units carried them into battle. Starting with the Seven Years War, he tells the whole story right through the American Revolution, the Napoleonic Age and to the end of the flintlock era. Each rifle is illustrated in 320 exceptional photographs. The types of rifles covered are too many to list, but include such famous weapons as the Ferguson, the Pattern 1776 and the rifles used by German mercenaries and loyalists in the American Revolution. A large portion of the book is dedicated to the most famous British flintlock rifle of them all - the Baker. Excellent! A Very Fine As New copy with no wear.…

Hard Cover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. First Edition. 199 pp Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 293 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. 500+ photographs and illustrations. The defintive guide to U.S. Infantry weapons of World War I. The inside scoop on everything that was carried into combat by the Army and Marines, including rifles, pistols, shotguns, automatic rifles, machine guns, bayonets, knives, grenades, mortars, flame throwers and accessories. Nowwhere else will you find this amount of useful information under one cover - and its complete with exciting combat reports describing how this equipment performed at the front! Fully illustrated with hundreds of large, clear photographs, tables and historical illustrations. Becoming Scarce. Light bump to the base of the spine toward the front. The inside is clean and bright. The binding is solid. Looks like an unread copy. Overall a Near Fine copy of an important military reference at a reasonable price. …

Soft cover. Condición: As New. 1st Edition. 128 pages. Soft covers. 8.5" x 11". INSCRIBED TO A COLLECTOR AND SIGNED BY AUTHOR HOOBLER. The most comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the Single Action Revolvers and Derringers made by Great Western Arms Company during the highlight of this "Cowboy" era. Jim Hoobler's amazing array of never-before-published color photographs of is Great Westen arms Collection is nothing short of breathtaking. There are also multiple black & white and color photographs that demonstrate the various models, variations, internal parts, finishes, grips and decoration. Lists of available calibers and estimates of serial number ranges by years will provide invaluable information to collectors and those interested in such firearms. An outstanding publication. Now out of print. A Very Fine As New copy. Inscribed by Author(s). …

Hardcover. Condición: As New. 240 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. A Country-by-Country idenification Guide to the Military Rolling Blacks of the U.S.A. and the World! 572 detailed photographs. *Startling new research reveals the long-lost secrets of the Remington Rolling Block. *Correctly identifies and explains more than fifty rifle models that have never before been identified. *Shows you the markings and features and that turn "just another Rolling Block" into a true collector's prize. *Clearly lists and illustrates correct original features and finishes so you can tell a valuable rarity from a nearly worthless parts gun. A valuable reference. Now out of print and getting Scarce. A Very Fine As New copy.…

Hardcover. Condición: As New. 1st Edition. 191 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. A new study of the pistol that outsold Colt and Smith & Wesson combined! "British Bull Dog" revolvers were first introduced by Philip Webley & Co. , but were soon duplicated by the American gun manufacturing giant Forehand & Wadsworth and countless Belgian copyists. Far from being uninteresting and identical, these pistols exist today in almost limitless variety. Learn how to identify rare types from common ones, and how to value the guns in your collection. Excellent. Getting Scarce. A beautiful, Very Fine As New copy at a reasonable price.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. 1st Edition. With supplemental coverage of the Colt M1907 Automatic Pistol and a complete facsimile copy of the Thompson-LaGarde Report. 192 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. This exciting book covers all aspects of the Colt Model 1905 Automatic Pistol, from its invention by the legendary John Browning to its numerous production variations. Also included is a facsimile copy of the government report that led to the development of this pistol, as well as important new information regarding the military Colt M1907 Automatic Pistol. Readers will especially value the M1905 serial number table, which the author has carefully compiled from an extensive survey of surviving examples. An excellent study. Former owner's neat signature and date on the inside front board. Otherwise the Book is Fine copy that looks new.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Improved Second Edition, 295 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. Expanded and updated coverage of both the M1 Garand and the M1 Carbine, with more than twice as much information as Canfield's previous books on this topic. Packed solid with the useful, hands-on knowledge that collectors have been demanding. Detailed, close-up photographs show you the specific features that separate valuable rarities from fakes and rebuilds. Practical advice that will help you become a more successful collector. Covers all of the manufacturers, with easy-to-understand explanations of all the components, parts, variations and markings. Learn which parts are proper for which guns. A full historical breakdown tells you wich guns were used by which troops and how they performed. The total story of these guns, from their invention through WWII, Korea, Vietnam and beyond! Over 300 photographs show you features, markings, overall views and action shots of the guns being used in battle. 33 tables and charts give you instant reference to the facts you need the most, including serial numbers, markings, dates of issue and proper configurastions. Also includes special sections on Sniper Guns, National Match Rifles, Exotic Variations, Accessories and more! A very nice copy in Fine condition with very little if any use at a reasonable price.…

Hardcover. Condición: As New. 2nd Printing, 293 pages. Hardcover published withou a dust jacket. The tremendous 75-year success of Colt's Browning-designed Model of 1911, .45 caliber pistol was the result of fifteen years of steady design refinement. Colt's skill in manufacturing and maketing to the government and John M. Browning's inventive genius were complemented by a highly professional U.S. Army Ordnance Depatment. Together they formed a technlogical juggernaut which simply overran the competition in the quest fo adoption of the Model of 1911 as the nation's Government Model Pistol. This book tells the story of the exciting development proces in carefully researched detail. It is a story told with extensive illustrations of the prototype, military, contract, and commercial pistols which make up the family tree of the Government Model. Also presented here for the first time are complete shipping records of all martial and thousands of commercial big frame Colt autos through the last Transition Government Model of 1914. An excellent reference. Long out of print and getting harder to find. Otherwise, both the Book and the Dust Jacket are in Fine condition with only very light use. A very nice copy of a Scarce book at a reasonable price.…

Hardcover. Condición: As New. 1st Edition. With supplemental coverage of the Colt M1907 Automatic Pistol and a complete facsimile copy of the Thompson-LaGarde Report. 192 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. This exciting book covers all aspects of the Colt Model 1905 Automatic Pistol, from its invention by the legendary John Browning to its numerous production variations. Also included is a facsimile copy of the government report that led to the development of this pistol, as well as important new information regarding the military Colt M1907 Automatic Pistol. Readers will especially value the M1905 serial number table, which the author has carefully compiled from an extensive survey of surviving examples. An excellent study. The Book is in Very Fine As New condition.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 293 pages. Hardcover with a dust jacket. The tremendous 75-year success of Colt's Browning-designed Model of 1911, .45 caliber pistol was the result of fifteen years of steady design refinement. Colt's skill in manufacturing and maketing to the government and John M. Browning's inventive genius were complemented by a highly professional U.S. Army Ordnance Depatment. Together they formed a technlogical juggernaut which simply overran the competition in the quest fo adoption of the Model of 1911 as the nation's Government Model Pistol. This book tells the story of the exciting development proces in carefully researched detail. It is a story told with extensive illustrations of the prototype, military, contract, and commercial pistols which make up the family tree of the Government Model. Also presented here for the first time are complete shipping records of all martial and thousands of commercial big frame Colt autos through the last Transition Government Model of 1914. An excellent reference. Long out of print and getting harder to find. The prior owner's signature and date very neat and small on the inside front board. Otherwise, both the Book and the Dust Jacket are in Fine condition with only very light use. A very nice copy of a Scarce book at a reasonable price.…

Hardcover. Condición: As New. 1st Edition. 176 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. The first serious study of U.S. match and marksmanship pistols. A must buy for all collectors of these automatic pistols. A very comprehensive volume based on years of research. Covers everything you need t know about these very collectible pistols. Well illustrated. Includes National Match and Marksmanship Pistols; .45 cal. M1911 and M1911A1s; Springfield Armory and Rock Island National Match Pistols; Service Team Variations, including Army, Navy and Marines; Mid-range or Centerfire Pistols; .22 cal. Marksmanship & Match Pistols; .38 and .45 cal. Match barrels; National Match Slides; Ammunition; NRA 1911 Serial Numbers. Scarce. A beautiful Very Fine As New copy that would be dificult to match.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. 2nd Edition. A near fine copy. HEAVY AND MAY REQUIRE ADDITIONAL POSTAGE.