Mauser Military Rifles of he World
584974
This, the Fourth Edition, is the best yet.  All-colour, with additional features such as tables of production runs by manufacturers within countries enhances the value of this book to the student of system Mauser.

The photographs are in the main of high quality and the crests and markings have been enhanced by skilful techniques which show off the (sometimes) faint markings.

A worthy reference to supplement the works by Olson and Smith.

C Forsyth
839965
There are a few errors in the weapons mentioned . We had 81 mms mortars , and they had 82 mms mortars ,not 80 mm. The m-60 machine gun was .30 caliber ( 7.62 mms ), not .60 caliber . Other than that , it was a fairly good book .
1865244
Best book I've ever seen on the M1 Garand.  I'm 1/2  way through reading it and have a hard time putting it down it's so interesting.  Been a fan of these rifles a long time but didn't realize I  knew so little about their history and development.
323010
This book is the forth of five (so far) from the Osprey's Men-At-Arms Series on "German Army".  The other four are:-
  MAA 311 The German Army 1939-45 (1) Blitzkrieg;
  MAA 316 The German Army 1939-45 (2) North Africa & Balkans;
  MAA 326 The German Army 1939-45 (3) Eastern Front 1941-43;
  MAA 336 The German Army 1939-45 (5) Western Front 1943-45.
These books basically cover the German Army uniform and rank insignia of specific time and place during WW2.  Each book includes 30 to 40 b/w photographs of German soldiers in different types of uniform.  There are also 8 pages of colour-plates in each book depicting the uniforms in colour.  Since I own all five books, I observed that the drawing skill of Stephen Andrew improving gradually over the years.
These books are by no means a comprehensive account of the uniform of the German Army during WW2.  However, the contents (text, photos and colour-plates) are excellent source of reference materials for modelling enthusiasts focusing on WW2 German Army.
This review applies to all five books.
1863618
This book is a good survey of weapons of the Waffen-SS.  As with the author's other fine books, it includes numerous well-selected and well-reproduced photos of the matters under discussion.

The book includes an introductory chapter on the origin and development of the Waffen-SS, including its continuing clashes with the German Army in getting any weapons other than small arms, at least before 1942 when the Waffen-SS had proved itself and its numbers rose significantly.

There are also chapters on edged weapons, small arms, artillery, armoured cars, and tanks and other armoured vehicles.  The information provided on each weapon includes not only a basic history, production numbers and duration, and use but also a lot of technical data such as barrel length, muzzle velocity, usw.  Despite the apparent dryness of my description, the text is actually interesting to read and includes anecdotal information about production of the weapons and their use in the field.

The only shortcomings I found were that I thought the chapters on edged weapons and small arms were given short shrift, both as to a description of the types of weapons available and photos of those used.  For example, the author states fighting knives were often privately purchased and of commercial manufacture and thus a great variety were used.  Fair enough, but then the author declines to discuss, or show a photo of, a single example of any such weapons.  Similarly, the author states over two dozen types of pistols were used but discusses, and shows photos, of only the well-recognized ones, e.g., the P 08 Luger and Walther P-38.  (In addition, the version of the infamous Sturmgeschutz 44 light machinegun with a curved barrel that could supposedly shoot around corners is discussed, but no photo of this most interesting of weapons is shown, however, this may not be the fault of the author as I have yet to see a photo [or even schematic] of it despite its mention in numerous books.)
4106225
A definitive and thoroughly documented history of the M16 rifle. The Black Rifle contains everything you want to know (and probably a little more) about the development of this combat system.
1795177
I recently bought a M24/47 Yugoslavian 8mm Mauser. The slip on recoil pad worked well on my Kel-tec .40 cal. Sub 2000. But the Mauser round is significantly more energetic and I am looking at better solutions for reducing recoil like a limb saver recoil pad. I wouldn't advise getting the slip on pad for the Mauser or Moisin Nagant.
4394006
This is as close as you can get to a German reference book on their machine guns.  For the military weapons history student it is a must.  For Military Ammunition collectors it is also a must have. Wonderful data and photographs.
2779826
Very accurate and poerful. Highly recomended airsoft rifle. Email me for any questions you may have about the gun in obvious stand points. Not in depth internal questions, but i can answer most. I will add photos soon, when i get a chance to take a couple good ones.
897422
It's called the "Classic" for a reason. Look into this gun and it's little brother, the 1377, and you'll see that they are the 10 22's of the airgun world. By that I mean- the sky's the limit for customizations and personalizations. Oh yeah, and it hits targets like a hammer hits nails. Just buy it.
760172
Bill's research in the Thompson Submachine Gun's use in WWII and after was informative, I really enjoyed the stories of the Medal Of Honors awarded to the soldiers that used the Thompson. Bill's research provided information that I have not read before. I have owned and studied Thompsons since 1962 and always enjoy any new information that this book provided.
I recommend that Thompson SMG fans read this book. I gave it 5 stars for the information provided, Bill should have included more pictures, especially of the Thompson at war. Would like to see Bill continue his research and publish a 2 edition with more war time use especially by the British Commandos, use by Police/LE etc., lots of pictures, also continue research to the effective performance of the TSMG and the .45 ACP round in action.

George
4888700
Excellent video for Combloc weapons  enthusiasts. Video gives a fairly detailed tour of the Izhmash Arms Factory. AK-103, AK-104, AK-12, Saiga Sporting Guns, etc.
3271744
this book is absolutely HOOOJ! worth every penny, based on weight alone. the information is thorough and broad. it covers the developement of the assault rifle by nationality, with many many b&w photos of various prototypes. i was excited to see the first ever prototypes of the AK-47 & AR-15 among others. the information is a nice balance of history and technical specifications. if you LOVE military small arms history, and every little minute detail about the various weapons, this book is for you. however! if you are just a casual gun owner who thinks those guns in "call of duty" are super neato, you will be gravely disapointed. the text is specific and in depth. for this type of gun owner, you might try youtube. :)
4176160
It is easy to see why Martin Windrow is an honorary member of the French Foreign Legion.  I can't imagine there is another source on FFL uniforms that is more definitive and better-illustrated.  I just wish that there could be an updated version to bring the uniform information up to the present day.
2597257
I was at a gun show last year and bought a Type 38 Japanese military Arisaka Rifle 6.5 x 50Sr Caliber. A Type 38, it was produced in the Mukden Arsenal (Manchuria) in 1905. The 16 Pedal Chrysanthemum (mum) a symbol of the Emperor had been removed. Either by a surrendering Japanese military solder or by order of General McArthur. The Japanese Calligraphy stamped on the rifle (Kanji  or Taegaki it's called) told me that my Mukkie (Gun Collector Lingo) was one of 65,000 rifles produced that year.

How did I acquire al this information on a 108 year old rifle? I Googled it of course and ran into a great website that gave me the information. I also found a link to the source of the information Duncan O. McCollum's book. So I ordered the book and it's in my library.

Money well spent.
3742235
GREAT.  Not as heavy as my Beeman Kodiak .25.  You know, where other sites say the Sniper likes a clean barrel?  I would like to re-enforce that.  My 125 sniper in .25 took 10 patches and Balestol cleaner to get the barrel clean.  Not a complaint.  No one said it would be a clean virginal air gun.  I would say  CLEAN THE BARREL FIRST THING :-)  Right now I'm waiting on a new scope.  The scope that comes with it has a very narrow  eye relief at full 9X magnification.  Eye relief is a big thing to me.  Glasses.

Does anyone make a sling that has  international orange lettering saying "DON'T SHOOT.  THIS IS AN AIRGUN'  I would buy it , in this current climate concerning firearms. Stay strong, be of good courage, GOD BLESS AMERICA!
715231
Excellent book with info on a great number of Rimfire Rifles. Delivery was very quick! Thanks! AAAAAA++++++