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John Simmer Gun Books +, New Westminster, BC, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Three volume set. Slipcase with a bump on one corner. Very large format 14 inches X 11 inches, (36cmX28cm and 7kg) opens out to 28 inches wide. Mailing weight of 15+ pounds. Detailed colour photographs of more than 700 pre-cartridge firearms. The gunmakers include the English imports Vol.1, makers of the Eastern U.S. Vol.2, and Western U.S. Vol.3. Photos are from the James D Gordon collection, Museum of the Fur Trade, Buffalo Bill Historical Centre and private collections. These volumes feature over 100 early gunmakers for the Indian trade and the American frontier. Presented with makers biographical notes and large format colour photos of their work. Limited and numbered 435/1000 inscribed by Gordon to the previous owner. *James D Gordon previous work on the Winchester 1873 now commands prices greater than a $1000. Extra postage will be required for this very large and heavy set. Seller Inventory # 021544
Title: Great Gunmakers for the Early West, Three ...
Publisher: Author, Santa Fe, NM
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fine
Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)
Edition: 1st Edition
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