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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2011
ISBN 10: 0970799772ISBN 13: 9780970799777
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Included. 1st Edition. 224 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. 8.75" x 11.25". Over 440 photographs. The first book to fully explore American production of foreign military rifles for the Allies during the First World War. The demands of the war caused a number of Allied governments to enter into contracts with American industry. These contracts resulted in the production of a number of different rifles. Featured are the histories of the Mosin-Nagant and Winchester Model 1895, which were produced for Imperial Russia, the Model 1889 Mauser, made for Belgium and the Pattern 1914 which was built for the United Kingdom. Additionally, the book provides rare insight into lesser-known contracts for Berthier and Rolling Block with France, and the Savage Model 1899 with Canada. The historical circumstances of these contracts are presented for the first time. Primary source materials and original period documentation were used to recreate the timelines of the various contracts, delving into issues including financing, production limitations, labor problems, factory expansions, corruption, and the foreign military personnel who worked in the United States. The work sheds new light on the degree to which American business was involved with the Allied war effort prior to the American entry into the war in 1917. Readers gain a multifaceted insight into the hurdles that faced the Allied purchasing commissions and American manufactures. In addition to the in depth historical perspective, the book offers a detailed description of each rifle intended as a guide for the arms collector. This analysis covers features, specifications, markings and accessories to assist collectors in determining correct period pieces and understanding the fascinating history behind the artifacts. An excellent book for the military weapons collector and historian. Language: eng Language: eng.
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2021
ISBN 10: 0998139726ISBN 13: 9780998139722
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Included. NEW 2021 COLOR EDITION. 256 pages. Over 600 photographs in color and black & white. The photographs of the guns and accessories are in color. Sharp images. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. VIS Radom is the first comprehensive collector's book detailing all variants of the VIS pistol. William York's analytical approach investigates the origins of the pistol and reveals new conclusions about what influenced the pistol's designers. Parts and assemblies are discussed and illustrated in detail. Along with the practical sections like takedown of the pistol, shooting and collecting the VIS, the author delves into its history and production. Working with collectors in the U.S. and in Poland, a wealth of new historical information is revealed. Illustrated for the first time are many period and wartime documents, period photographs, and technical drawings. All these materials greatly contribute to the work which also covers prototypes, model variations, manufacturing changes, as well as accessories like holsters, cleaning rods, shoulder-stocks, ammunition, conversion units, etc. A large section of the book is dedicated to the photography gallery, which gives an uncanny perspective on the entire wartime production. The wartime galleries illustrate every serial number letter code prefix while showing first hand the deterioration of quality and production simplifications instilled as the war progressed. Other sections include pistols of the Polish Underground, non-VIS pistols models, and even rifles made at Radom. Excellent.
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2016
ISBN 10: 099813970XISBN 13: 9780998139708
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Included. 1st Edition. 412 pages. Pictorial hardcover published without a dust jacket. Large volume. Hundreds of photographs. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR. FN Mauser Rifles: Arming Belgium and the World reflects the continued work of the author to document FN's historical and collectable firearms. Vanderlinden has spent more than 25 years collecting and researching FN history and products. He has authored several books and articles on FN firearms and FN factory history. The research for this book took more than seven years and includes the cooperation of FN, the ARS Mechanica Foundation, collectors, and museums. Attention was spent on addressing common misconceptions and detailing factory production processes and historical happenings. During research, Vanderlinden took into consideration the many FN departments and manufacturing lines as well as various historical events that influenced production. This multi-faceted approach has been essential in the discovery of more complex or forgotten facts. This book covers the classic line of FN military Mauser rifles and carbines including contracts for the Model 1889, the Spanish Mauser (1893), Model 1922, Model 1924, Model 1930, and variants. Training rifles such as the Model 1905 and postwar Model 1930 variants are also discussed among other single-shot sporting rifles. The line of FN Deluxe and Supreme sporting rifles, especially variants imported into the United States, are also covered. An excellent, really well researched and comprehensive new title. Language: eng Language: eng. Signed by Author.
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2019
ISBN 10: 0998139718ISBN 13: 9780998139715
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Included. 1st Edition. 460 pages. Pictorial hardcover published withou a dust jacket. This revised second edition of The FN-49: The Last Elegant Old-World Military Rifle is the result of author Wayne Johnson's continued and exhaustive study of the FN Model 1949 rifle. All chapters in the book have been updated and in some cases significantly expanded to reflect the results of Johnson's additional research and data gathering over the last fifteen years since the release of the first edition. One new chapter and three new appendixes have been added. This new edition now offers 460 color pages with more than 1,000 color and black & white photographs, including over fifty new period images of the FN-49 in action, most never-before published. New FN production data has been added, new equipment variations have been discovered and are described, more detailed coverage of nearly all topics, interesting new special sections have been aded. This expanded second edition represents a major step forward in telling the story of this fascinating rifle and is a must-read for all FN-49 owners and collectors, FN enthusiasts in general, and for all people with an interest in learning more about the development, production, and militaryservice of one of the last of the old-world, elebant, military rifles. An outstanding military reference book.
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2023
ISBN 10: 0998139742ISBN 13: 9780998139746
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. 1st Edition. 584 pages. Huge volume. 9.25" z 12.25". About 1500 color and black & white photographs. All of the guns and accessories are presented in large, detailed full color photographs. The total also includes about 500 period photograhs of the Mosin-Nagant in use, as well as other small arms. The Finnish Mosin-Nagant is the first comprehensive, English-Language collector's book exploring all the Finnish variants of the Mosin-Nagant rifle. Finland's unique history, economy, and geographical location all led to an enduring relationship with the Mosin-Nagant that spanned from Finnish independence to the present day. However, it is impossible to fully understand the history of this rifle and its variants without examining Finland's tumultuous relationship with Russia. Further clarity is provided through the analysis of the rifle's development and adoption by Czarist Russia in the late 19th century. Matt DiRisio has spent more than 15 years learning Finnish, collecting the rarest variations of the Mosin-Nagant rifle, and researching the history of Finland. Working with the most advanced collectors in the U.S. and Finland, a treasure trove of new information is presented for the first time. The research for this books took more than five years and includes the cooperation of the Remington History Society, the National Rifle Association, the Finnish Heritage Agency, the Finnish Defense Forces, and various museums. Particular attention was spent addressing common collector myths and detailing the history of the models - including their production, service lives, and subsequent disposition. A variety of unpublished period photographs and technical drawings further contribute to the work. This book covers the definitive line of Finnish variants such as the m/91, m/91-24, m/27, m/28, m/28-30, m/39, and m/91-30. Also presented in detail for the first time are the rare Finnish target and sniper rifle variants, such as the m/33, m/27 PH, m/39 SOV, m/39 PH, m/39-43 m/39-44, m/28-57, m/27-66, m/28-76, and TKIV-85. Other domestic, captured, and purchased small arms are covered as well, including the m/31 Suomi, SVT-38, SVT-40, Mauser m/1896, Carcano Model 91/38, M1895 Nagant, FN Browning HIgh Power, Lahti L-35, and more. Furthermore, accessories such as ammunition, bayonets, slings, cartridge pouches, and cleaning kits are extensively covered. The detailed photography and accompanying examination of each model will fascinate aspiring and experienced collectors alike - and serve as a resource to ascertain the rarity and veracity of period-correct pieces. An outstanding NEW publication. Cover price of this huge volume is $99.95. FOR A LIMITED PERIOD OF TIME THE BOOK IS BEING OFFERED AT AN INTRODUCIORY PRICE OF $89.95 (10% OFF).
Published by Wet Dog Publications, Greensboro, North Carolina, 2001
Seller: Weller Book Works, A.B.A.A., Salt Lake City, UT, U.S.A.
Edition limited to 2000 copies. Very good with very light bumps to head of spine and upper corner of front cover. Very good with very light rubbing to head of spine and joints of flaps. In clear dust jacket protector. Black cloth with gilt stamping to spine. Y. Oblong 8vo.
Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2001
ISBN 10: 0970799705ISBN 13: 9780970799708
Seller: Cronus Books, Carson City, NV, U.S.A.
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hardcover. Condition: New. New Inside and Out! Crisp pages w/no markings!.
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2011
ISBN 10: 0970799780ISBN 13: 9780970799784
Seller: Lost Time Books, Brattleboro, VT, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition inscribed by the author on the title page. Excellent, unread, like-new condition. Ships wrapped in bubble wrap and packed with care in a box. Inscribed by Author(s).
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, Greensboro, NC, 2004
ISBN 10: 0970799721ISBN 13: 9780970799722
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. First Edition. Signed (without inscription) by the author on the title page. Laminate pictorial boards. Fine. No dust jacket, as issued. Unmarked but for author's signature. 200 pages. Illustrated with many B&W photos. Signed by Author(s).
Published by Wet Dog Publications, Greensboro, Tennessee, 2004
ISBN 10: 0970799721ISBN 13: 9780970799722
Seller: John M. Gram, Port Huron, MI, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. gentle bump to fore edge front board otherwise a clean, square copy, quarto, 200 pages, glossy pictorial boards issued without dust jacket, signed by the author on the title page. Signed by Author(s).
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2022
ISBN 10: 0998139734ISBN 13: 9780998139739
Seller: BSG BOOKS, Covington, LA, U.S.A.
Book Signed
Hardcover. Condition: New. 3rd Edition. BRAND NEW 3RD EDITION. Two Huge Volumes. 9.25" x 12.25". 2022, 840 pages, more than double the size of the previous edition. Pictorial hardcovers published without dust jackets. 2,790 color and black & white photographs and illustrations. Large sharp, detailed color photographs of the guns that clearly show the markings on the guns. SIGNED THE THE AUTHOR. FN Browning Pistols: Side-Arms That Shaped World History reflects the continued work of Anthony Vanderlinden on classic FN Browning center-fire pistols. Vanderlinden has spent more than 30 years researching FN history and products. He has authored several books and articles on FN firearms and FN factory history. This book encompasses his early works The Belgian Browning Pistols. This is a revised and much expanded edition of FN Browning Pistols (2009, 2013). Attention was spent on addressing common misconceptions and detailing factory production processes and historical happenings. During research, Vanderlinden took into consideration the many FN departments and manufacturing lines, as well as various historical details that influenced production. This multi-faceted approach has been essential for the discovery of more complex and forgotten facts. This work includes details on wartime manufacturing, many which have never been published in English. The book covers the classic lines of FN Browning pistols sold by FN including the FN Browning Model 1899, 1900, 1903, 1905 (06), 1910, Grand Browning, 1922, High Efficiency, Baby Browning, High Power, and 100-series of pistols. Almost every chapter of the book has had a major expansion. A Truly outstanding set of books, and possibly the greatest accomplishment of Anthony Vanderlinden and Wet Dog Publications. The packaged weight of these two large volumes is about 14 pounds. Shipping cost via insured media mail is $18. Signed by Author.
Published by Wet Dog Publications, Greensboro, North Carolina, 2001
243 (4) pages, Landscape 4to illustrated throughout in b/w from photographs showing the guns, holsters, the factory etc also line drawings. Signed by Anthony Vanderlinden on the title page. Publishers black cloth, a fine copy in DJ, dj has some crease marks along top and bottom rear edge.
Published by Wet Dog Publications, Greensboro, NC, 2001
ISBN 10: 0970799705ISBN 13: 9780970799708
Book First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Signed (without inscription) by the author on the title page. From a Limited Edition of 2,000 copies. Fine in a Very Good dust jacket. Unmarked but for author's signature. Jacket has a touch of wear at corner tips, but no chips or tears. 243 pages followed by Bibliography and Index. Illustrated with many B&W photographs. Signed by Author(s).
Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2010
ISBN 10: 0970799764ISBN 13: 9780970799760
Seller: DeckleEdge LLC, Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A.
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, Greensboro, 2003
ISBN 10: 0970799713ISBN 13: 9780970799715
Seller: Dyfi Valley Bookshop, Machynlleth, POWYS, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. In protected dustwrapper. Signed on the title page. Signed by Author(s).
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Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2003
ISBN 10: 0970799713ISBN 13: 9780970799715
Seller: Salish Sea Books, Bellingham, WA, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. ** Signed by both authors on **; Good++ in a Very Good dust jacket; Hardcover; Dust jacket is clean and intact with no tears, and has not been price-clipped (Now fitted with a new, Brodart jacket protector); Light overall wear to the boards with a 3" impression mark to the front board and a light mark to the back board; Unblemished textblock edges; There is a "Publisher's Second" stamp to the copyright page, otherwise the endpapers and all text pages are clean and unmarked; The binding is excellent with a straight spine; This book will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box with foam padding; Large Format (Quatro, 10.75" - 11.75" tall); 2.5 lbs; Dark red dust jacket with photo of shotguns, and title in brown lettering; 2003, Wet Dog Publications; 243 pages; "Browning Auto-5 Shotguns: The Belgian FN Production," by H.M Shirley, Jr. and Anthony Vanderlinden.
Published by Wet Dog Publications, 2005
ISBN 10: 097079973XISBN 13: 9780970799739
Seller: Salish Sea Books, Bellingham, WA, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very Good. ** Signed by Anthony Vanderlinden on the front endpaper **; Very Good; Hardcover; Covers are still glossy; Unblemished textblock edges; The endpapers and text pages are all clean and unmarked; The binding is excellent with a straight spine; This book will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box with foam padding; Large Format (Quatro, 10.75" - 11.75" tall); 2.2 lbs; Red and white covers with title in blue-green lettering; 2005, Wet Dog Publications; 202 pages; "Holsters and Shoulder Stocks of the World," by Anthony Vanderlinden.