Civil War Rifles

Description

"More than 100 million Mauser rifles were produced, making it the most successful rifle of all time Covers 75 years of Mauser military rifle history Crossover appeal for historians and gunsmiths alike The ultimate Mauser military rifle reference, this superior guide is packed with more models, all-color photos and Mauser history tailored to the interests and needs of firearms collectors. With more than 50 countries represented, 75 years of Mauser military rifle production is meticulously cataloged with descriptions, historical details, model specifications and markings, for easy identification by collectors. Mauser Military Rifles of the World, 4th Ed. features: *1,300+ compelling color photos, including new never-before-published photos of very rare Mausers, helpful in measuring collectibility *Data about how and where the rifles were in employed in conflict *Alphabetical format gives readers easy access to information Historical data, coupled with detailed color photos make this guide educational and entertaining!"

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• ISBN13: 9780896892965
• Condition: New
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Reviews

Definitive Authority on the Mausers of the world.

by Robert W. Meadows from Bedford, VA on 2010-01-09
This is the best book I have found gor identifying and studying collectible Mauser Firearms.

Perfect book on the Mauser Rifle

by J. C. Akke from Heemstede Netherlands on 2009-11-01
The book is a fantastic accumulation of facts on the Mauser rifle from the very early rifles on. The only thing I miss is a cross reference on models, now all is ordened on the base of countries. I should like an index on model too. For example model 71/84 was used in Germany page .., in Belgium page .. and so on. But it still is a bargain at the price. A real pack of fine information and fantastic pictures.

Mauser Bolt rifles

by V. Frederick from Chicago burbs Il USA on 2009-05-24
The photo's in this book are second to none. Covers versions of the famous rifle I had no idea were produced.

MAUSER RIFLES 1871-1945

by Edward Gant from EVERYWHERE on 2009-05-10
A MUST HAVE BOOK,WITH OUT A DOUBT ONE OF MOST INFORMATIVE BOOKS EVER WRITTEN ON THE MAUSER RIFLE HISTORY,AWESOME IN IT'S RANGE OF TOPIC'S THAT RELATE TO THE HISTORY OF THESE RIFLES, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 20 STARS.

A good basic guide.

by Tamara Keel from Knoxville, TN on 2008-06-04
While it has a few errors and can't go into as much depth as one would like on any given rifle, this is still the most complete overview of military Mausers available, and a must have for any collector's library. No one book can do it all, but for general info and quick identification, this one is hard to beat.

Description

Full page from the Illustrated London News, an illustrated weekly newspaper weeks date as shown on top of page, the size of each page is approximately 16 x 11 inches (410x280). All are genuine antique prints and not modern copies, the Illustrated London News is an illustrated magazine which was first printed in 1842 and is the finest pictorial example of a historic social record of British and world events up to the present day. The ILN is known for its coverage of the following subjects the wars, ships, boats, guns, sailing, portraits, fine art, old and antique prints, wood cut, wood engravings, early photographs, Victorian life, Victorian culture, kings, queens, royalty, travels, adventures, natural history, birds, fish, mammals, fishing, hunting, shooting, fox hunting, sports including tennis, cricket, football, horse racing, politics and many more items of interest founded by Herbert Ingram may 14th 1842.

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• Genuine Historic Print as History as was Recorded
• Original old antique victorian print, not a modern reproduction
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Original Item: This Antique gun was manufactured in the 1880's and comes straight from our exclusive discovery of arms in the royal palace of Nepal! The great success of the P-1871 Martini Henry Short Lever Rifle had only been marred by the occasional difficulty experienced with the ejection of the spent cartridge from powder residue fouling the chamber. The solution was the introduction of the P-1885 MKIV "Long Lever" model that provided great leverage for case extraction. In front line service for only three years when it was superseded by the .303 cal P-1888 magazine Rifle the P-1885 Martini saw principal use in Britain's overseas Colonial Empire. Each Long Lever Martini-Henry bears a date within the 1880's. Note: This weapon was manufactured prior to 1898. It is officially classified as an ANTIQUE by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF). It is legal to own, sell, trade or transfer without a license. It is 100% legal to export and can be shipped to most countries around the world. Must be over 18 to purchase. Display Only, not for firing.

Features

• Antique Rilfe, Pre-1898 Manufacture, No Licenses Required to Purchase
• Classfied as an Antique by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
• This Rifle Can be shipped to most countries around the world!
• Manufactured in Victorian Era England during the 1880`s
• Cleaned and Complete Condition

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If you're looking for the ultimate in do-it-yourself projects, this has got to be it. In this amazing original Paladin video, Bill Holmes, the undisputed master of home-built firearms, teaches you how to make a .50-caliber bolt-action sniper rifle in your home workshop. Bill takes you step by step through the entire fabrication process and shows you the secrets of transforming a surplus M-2 heavy machine gun barrel and an assortment of readily available raw materials into an awesome long-range precision rifle. Every aspect of the construction process is covered in meticulous detail, including the exact methods of fabricating the upper and lower receivers, trigger group, bolt and bolt locking lugs, firing pin, striker, and even the mounts for a telescopic sight. Because the proof is in the shooting, this video also includes dramatic footage of the test-firing of the finished gun. A .50-caliber rifle is the ultimate tool for the advanced shooter and a serious challenge for the gun-loving do-it-yourself. For information purposes only. Color, approx. 60 minutes.

Description

The untimate guide to collecting bolt action military rifles of the world, with lots of shooting information, too. Over 400 photographs printed on coated paper show you the details you need to see to identify rare and valuable types. Clearly describes all of the various bolt action systems used by the different nations and how they differ from one another.

Reviews

A gift for me.

by Dardude from Medford, WI, US on 2010-06-16
This is a nice, well-written and organized overview for a starting collector of these rifles. If you are looking for very specialized, in-depth knowledge you may have to go to a work covering that specific rifle, such as the one I got for the M1 carbine and Garand. Otherwise this book should work for you.

reference only

by John Blomgren from on 2008-10-13
Lacks substance. You may not find this book very helpful if your more than a beginer at collecting guns.

An enjoyable overview and great for beginners.

by Tamara Keel from Knoxville, TN on 2008-06-06
Most firearms books for the collector fall into general types: Slick picture books available at your local brick & mortar bookstore which are long on pictures and short on data (and much of what they contain is wrong), bare-bones price guides, and weighty specialty tomes that cover one make or model in excruciating detail.What the field is thin on are general overview volumes on one particular field of collecting that have enough information to be useful on a broad variety of arms in that particular field. This book is one of those rare volumes.While there are many more detailed works available on, say, Mausers or Mosins or Enfields, this book offers enough detail on the broad field of bolt action military rifles to be of assistance to both beginners and to more experienced collectors venturing outside their preferred field.

Good history

by John C. Sundberg from on 2006-03-18
This book is a pretty good history for bolt action military rifles, however a serious collector will find little value in this book.

Great Book

by Clark B. Timmins from West Jordan, UT USA on 2005-06-30
This is an excellent text and hits the target dead on (right in the old 'X'). It captures the fun and spirit of "milsurp" collecting and covers all of the major areas in sufficient detail for a typical collector.It's true that if you're a specialist collector in a particular area you will want additional reference materials--but this book does not set out to be the encyclopedia of firearms minutia. Instead, it's an enjoyable look into the collecting world. Having said that, it still provides a goodly supply of solid details that match my other (more encylopedia-like) reference works.It focuses on the types and classes of rifles that collectors are likely to come across in today's environment, and stays right on topic throughout. It also has a few pages on rifles that you won't likely come across... but would sure like to!Filled throughout with excellent photographs, and each major rifle's "stats" are called out in a highlighted box.The physical production of the book is beyond reproach--you really are getting fine quality in a book that will last. The writing is easily accessible, though at times a bit too chatty for my tastes. Aside from a few minor typographical errors (reference to an antique Winchester Model 1985, for example) the read is enjoyable and just plain fun. With a good editor the 2nd edition will be a true classic.

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1860 Rifle-Volunteers Weir Surrey-Rifles Military Print Old Print. Page Of Wood Engravings From One Of The Following . The Graphic, Or The Illustrated London News, Size Is Aprox 15.5 X 11 Inches Full Page Or Prorata For Part Pages. All Are Original And Not Modern Copies. The Illustrated London News, Or . The Illustrated News Of The World Or . The Illustrated Sporting And Dramatic News Or . Other News. . Would Make An Ideal Gift . English Social History . The Actual Date Is Usually Printed On Each Page Or On The Reverse Side. . This Print Is Usually Over 80 Years Old, And Is Not A Modern Copy.. There Is A Fold Which Sometimes Shows As A Shadow On The Image, This Will Not Show When Framed. Check The Image For Details.. Size Of Print Is Approx 12;" X 11" (215 X 280Mm) . Approx. Page Size = 11" X 16" (280 X 405Mm) . Ready To Matt And Frame. These Old Prints Really Look Great With Matt And Framed. . Note This Print Is From A Periodical And Has P Rinting On Reverse.. Scanned At A Low Resolution For Quick Uploading So The Actual Picture Is Better Than The Scanned Image. .

Features

• Genuine Historic Print as history was recorded
• Original old antique print, not a modern reproduction
• Size and details in description below
• Choose from the selection available