Classic Handguns of the 20th Century
Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Antiques & Collectibles, Firearms & Weapons
| Author: | David Arnold | ISBN: | 9781440224119 |
| Publisher: | Gun Digest Media | Publication: | February 28, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Gun Digest Books | Language: | English |
| Author: | David Arnold |
| ISBN: | 9781440224119 |
| Publisher: | Gun Digest Media |
| Publication: | February 28, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Gun Digest Books |
| Language: | English |
This high caliber reference offers readers a dynamic colorful depiction of handguns significant to days gone by. More than 20 models from the 1900s are covered - the Colt SAA, Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum, Walther P-38, Beretta 92 - reminiscent of the days of gunfighters and cowboy action heroes.
Based on the series of featured 20th century handguns from Handguns magazine, each chapter will include thorough coverage of a specific model, including historical significance of the model; technical specifications; timeline of design changes, variations, finishes and material; information on derivatives and clones; collector values; and handling and operating characteristics. Full-color historical photographs offer readers a nostalgic glimpse into the past life of popular 20th century handguns.
This high caliber reference offers readers a dynamic colorful depiction of handguns significant to days gone by. More than 20 models from the 1900s are covered - the Colt SAA, Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum, Walther P-38, Beretta 92 - reminiscent of the days of gunfighters and cowboy action heroes.
Based on the series of featured 20th century handguns from Handguns magazine, each chapter will include thorough coverage of a specific model, including historical significance of the model; technical specifications; timeline of design changes, variations, finishes and material; information on derivatives and clones; collector values; and handling and operating characteristics. Full-color historical photographs offer readers a nostalgic glimpse into the past life of popular 20th century handguns.
