The kentucky Rifle

Dillin, John G. W.

Published by George Shumway, York, PA, 1959

About this Item

PUBLISHER: George Shumway - York, PA. Trimmer printing - York, PA DATE/EDITION: 1959, fourth edition. A pencil notation on the title page says Deluxe, 200 made but this is not a limited/numbered copy. BINDING: Hardbound in red leather or buckram, I'm not sure which, with dark lettering on the spine and front cover and a Kentucky rifle on the front cover also. 8" x 11, 154 pages plus index. DUST JACKET: No jacket, as issued. Book is in a paper covered slipcase with gold label on one side. case shows some very minor rubbing at corners and is overall very good, clean and solid. BOOK CONDITION: The book is in near fine condition with sharp corners, clear lettering, tight binding and very clean covers and interior. DESCRIPTION: Fully illustrated throughout the book. A study of the origin and development of a purely American type of firearm, together with accurate historical data concerning early Colonial gunsmiths, and profusely illustrated with photographic reproduction of their finest work.

Seller Inventory # 001987

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The kentucky Rifle
• Publisher: George Shumway, York, PA
• Publication Date: 1959
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
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