But of all my gun books, the one that brings a smile to my face more quickly than any other is firearms curiosa by lewis winant. The colt detective special is a sixshot, carbon steel framed, 2 barreled, doubleaction revolver, and the first example of a class of firearms known as snubnose revolvers. Pdf download from the standard catalog of firearms. Black and white and color photos of arms from the evolution of the revolver to present times 1971. Colt singleaction revolvers, by martin pegler, osprey publishing, oxford, u. Stoner left armalite in 1961 to serve as a consultant for colt. Published in conjunction with the smithsonian institution, firearms. One of the most acclaimed firearms designer in history, john moses browning of ogden. Wilson is a worldrecognized expert on firearms and the author of more than 50 books. How the colt single action army revolver won the west. This book is a must for any collector of colt firearms. If you would like to receive a factory letter on a specific pistol, you.
Handguns of world war ii, the secondary pistols and revolvers charles pate. No other reference book covers the colt company and its products in such detail. Discover the fascinating story of the colt firearms, including the worlds most famous revolver, complete with more than 150 fullcolor photos. In standard catalog of colt firearms 2nd edition, youll find identifying details, historical background, uptodate value data and more than 450 brilliant, fullcolor photos of all your favorite colt firearms old and new.
A time capsule of victorian hartford, the collection includes american and european paintings and sculpture, the furnishings and contents of armsmearthe mansionhouse built by samuel colt in 1857and colts personal collection of firearms, edged weapons, and armor from around the world. The colt model 1908 pocket hammerless is a variant introduced five years later in. Brownells is your source for heritage gun books at brownells parts and accessories. Historical resources for colt commercial variations. Wilson, 9780962594373, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The history of colt firearms makes a perfect addition to the library of wild west enthusiasts, historians, and arms collectors. Introduction general works individual gunmakers allen and wheelock bullard colt deringer parker remington ruger savage l.
The colt historical services price list is available online in a pdf format. Larry wilson was one of americas leading authorities on antique firearms. Colts were the favorite revolver in the opening of the west and quickly gained an international reputation for ingenuity, reliability, and style. Books on revolvers, automatics, pistols, rifles and muskets home military colt firearms military military index military az firearms firearms ar15 beretta colt luger m1 garand springfield shotguns winchester walther military smallarms machine guns handguns airguns gunsmithing snipers ballistics firearms related knives hunting law. The connecticut state library is also a good source for historical information pertaining to colt firearms and history. This book is still in original shrink wrap, dust jacket intact, mint condition. Use the list below to locate a specific specialist bookseller or book store near you. The third edition book of colt firearms is a complete colt library in one 648page volume, with over 1. The official history of colt firearms from 1836 to the. I think this book will become as hard to find as the book of colt firearms by the same author. By registering to bid at auction, in person, or through an agent, by absentee bid, or telephone or any other means including the internet and email, you agree to be bound by these conditions of sale and changes made as noted below. Made by colt s manufacturing company, this model revolver, as the name detective special suggests, was intended to be a concealed weapon used by plainclothes police detectives.
He has also had various firearms books published including great combat handguns, and appeared as a weapons expert on documentaries for discovery, national geographic and the bbc. Rare and hard to find colt gun books, out of print, excellent condition. No other firearms author has more titles in and out of print that r. Kopec, coauthor of these two colt books has been informally associated with the colt firearms company since the early 1970s when he was actively researching colts historical records along with his partners mr. Its 600 pages long has hundreds upon hundreds of photographs, of early colt arms, machine guns built for the military, shotguns, rifles, lots of thing. All the parts could be correct according to the books, but the pistol may be refinished.
Superbly illustrated, the history of colt firearms recounts the fascinating story of this most legendary name from the entire 650year saga of firearms. Colt firearms by serven and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Boorman is president of the armor and arms club in new york. Colt vintage hunting books and manuals for sale ebay. He eventually accepted a position with cadillac gage where he designed the stoner 63 weapons system. This was a modular weapons system which could be reconfigured to be a standard automatic rifle, a light machine gun, a medium machine gun, or a solenoidfired fixed machine gun. It covers the history of all the colt revolvers, both single and double action, and the semiautos as well. And the other arms made by colts patent fire arms manufacturing company from 1836. A history of the colt patent firearms manufacturing company. The ultimate reference guide for every colt enthusiast. The name colt synonymous with firearms belongs to sam colt, who changed the industry on a global scale after patenting his first revolver in 1835. This book serves as a reliable, easytouse reference for. Seven serpents the history of colt s snake guns pistol. Guns of colt tales of the gun military weapons history.
These conditions of sale are applicable to every purchase at michaans auctions. An illustrated history charts the evolution of the gun, from the pistol and rifle. Where legends are created serving the collector for over 40 years. From the back cover americas first tycoon, samuel colt created the first practical revolvers, renowned today as the blue chips of gun collecting.
The next colt book i found was the 1940 edition of a history of the colt revolver from 1836 to 1940 by haven and belden. Information provided here is approximate, if you wish to support your investment with the purchase of a complete history and letter of authenticity for your firearm or for more information, please contact colt s archive department. A history of the colt revolver and the other arms made by colt s patent fire arms manufacturing company from 1836 to 1940. He was the author of illustrated and detailed books regarding the histories of various firearm companies, the art of firearm engraving and embellishment, and sam colt, inventor of the revolver. An american legendthe official history of colt firearms. First edition of this excellent history of colt firearms. Also in 1955, colt released one of the most famous revolvers in history, the colt python. Heres an example of the type of information you will see in a colt historical letter. What is the best book concerning our favorite pistol the 1911 acp hey guys i am new to the. History of the colt revolver first edition bauman rare books. Colt pistols and revolvers for firearms collectors.
In seven serpentsthe history of colt s snake guns, author gurney brown of cherrys and the colt collectors assn covers seven of the hottest firearms on the market today. Samuel colt did not invent the revolver, but after some 200 years of development his paterson revolver of 1836 started a revolution in repeating firearms. The best gun books for any gun owner gun digest store is where youll find a fantastic selection of books about concealed carry, gun values, gunsmithing, gun laws, selfdefense, gun history and more from the worlds best gun writers and leading gun experts. Wilson is a good general reference if you can find one. Early american firearms and their makers august 2016 table of contents.
The colt model 1860 army revolver by pate mowbray publishing. Colt s manufacturing company, llc cmc, formerly colt s patent firearms manufacturing company is an american firearms manufacturer, founded in 1855 by samuel colt. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Peer has a very good general reference book about snubbies. Colt firearms from 1836 by james serven 1979 hardcover isbn 0811704009 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings colt firearms from 1836 by james. Know what your colt firearms are worth with this uptodate 76page. A native of hartford, connecticut, colt first opened a firearms factory in patterson, new jersey in 1836. Jan 28, 2020 the history of firearms is so rich, and so deeply tied with the history of nations, that learning about the subtle advancements of the technology can vastly increase a persons knowledge of that guns moment in history. The bible for cotl firearms, including many new pages of stunning color, updated serialization, and images of some of the finest colts in the world. Colt automatic pistols is dedicated to collectors and enthusiasts of military and commercial colt pistols, colt revolvers, colt firearms and accessories. Today we will take a look at the history of the colt company, from sam colt s first efforts in paterson and before to the west hartford remnants that survive today. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your.
An american legendthe official history of colt firearms from. Get the best deals on colt vintage hunting books and manuals when you shop the. Colt firearms abebooks abebooks shop for books, art. Colts manufacturing company, llc is an american firearms manufacturer, founded in 1855 by. Wilson has produced what may well be the definitive work on colt firearms. A history of the colt revolver, and the other arms made by colts patent fire arms manufacturing company from 1836 to 1940. What is the best book concerning our favorite pistol the. He has worked with the metropolitan museum of art and is a member. Colt firearms skip to main search results amazon prime. Buy the book of colt firearms by r l wilson online at alibris. Colt firearms 1976 by colt industries, firearms division and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Though out of print, this book is an affordable classic, well worth the time it takes to track down a copy. These books were written for use as training aids for new gunsmiths and cover every possible aspect of disassembly, inspection, reassembly, and gunsmithing of the colt revolvers to factory standards.
In 1836, connecticutborn gun manufacturer samuel colt 181462 received a u. Dean k boorman discover the fascinating story of the colt firearms, including the worlds most famous revolver, complete with more than 150 fullcolor photos. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. For sport shooters and the more practically minded gun owners out there, technical books are the way to go. Samuel colt s invention of a gun that would fire multiple shots without reloading greatly transformed the firearms industry. If you want deep reading about firearmsthere are a few books that provide very detailed information. Mar 31, 2020 find colt firearms from 1836 by serven, james e at biblio. Hardcover, 624 pages published october 1st 1993 by blue book publications first published september 1993. If your firearm does not appear in the listing, please understand that this is not a comprehensive database.
May 01, 2001 superbly illustrated, the history of colt firearms recounts the fascinating story of this most legendary name from the entire 650year saga of firearms. The untold stories of colt s patent firearms manufacturing company. A ride through americas enduring history with the gun. The name colt synonymous with firearms belongs to sam. Colt firearms collection wadsworth atheneum museum of art. Wilsons first book, samuel colt presents, was published in 1961 when he was 22 years old. This mammoth work tells the colt story from 1832 to the present. The year 2015 marks the 180th anniversary of colts first patent for a firearm with.
Colts python, king of the seven serpents is the followup to gurney browns highly successful book seven serpents, the history of colts snake guns. There has never been a bigger, more beautiful, or more extraordinary book in the firearms field. Anaconda 28 pages, boa 10 pages, cobra 22 pages, diamondback 56 pages, king cobra 34 pages, python 140 pages, and viper 10 pages. Apr 12, 2010 a history of the colt revolver by haven and belden.
His most recent publication, history and art of the american gun, was published in 2016, and during that span of 55 years, wilson averaged approximately one book per year. The story of pioneer american firearms genius samuel colt, the guns he designed, and the armsmaking empire he created, told largely thru colt s correspondence and early records. With more than 3300 color photographs and 115 in blackandwhite all taken especially for this book, colt. The official history of colt firearms from 1836 to. Colt s manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. The book of colt firearms by sutherland r q wilson r l. Titled colt doubleaction snubnose pocket revolver an eighty year survey. The colt model 1903 pocket hammerless not to be confused with the colt model 1903 pocket hammer or the m1903 springfield rifle is a.
The history of colts london firearms, 18511857, by joseph g. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. Guns of colt tales of the gun military weapons history documentary mildred newman. Also included a beautiful copy of the book of colt. Samuel colt 18141862 first patented his colt revolver in 1835 and thereby redefined the architecture of handguns. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. There has never been a bigger, more beautiful, or more extraordinary book in the firearms. Some of the pistols showing up on the internet auctions are correct by the book, but have been made up from commercially available parts with bogus markings. A history of colt firearms colt, samuel haven, charles t. All seven of colts snake guns are represented and chapters include. Pate the definitive history of the colt model 1860 army revolver.
What is the best book concerning our favorite pistol the 1911. Story colts revolver, signed abebooks shop for books. It is the successor corporation to colt s earlier firearms making efforts, which started in 1836. Completely updated pricing for colt firearms with new entries and photos value trackers. Firearms is a coffeetable book guaranteed to provide several evenings. There are scores, or perhaps hundreds of books written on colt firearms, but few have any real detail on colt s london operations. The colt pocket hammerless automatic pistols ii john w. Colt is known for the engineering, production, and marketing of firearms, most especially between the 1850s and world war i, when it.
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