The book of colt firearms by wilson

Hard cover area of about 50 pages in center of book have a slight bowing to them towards top of pages. He wrote a slew of books on colt, and was a major b. Feb 06, 2021 up for this auction is the book of colt firearms by r. A comprehensive study of sam cost and his company from its inception, yet tailored with the aspect for the layman. Wilson book condition used good jacket condition good quantity available 1 binding hardcover publisher robert q. Sep 02, 1993 wilson s book is the definitive work on colt firearms.

Want to see the difference between the 1st and 2nd model colt. Interspersing his narrative with some biographical information on sam colt and his company, wilson traces the development of the. 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. Out of print and selling for several hundred dollars. Profusely illustrated history of the colt company from its beginnings in 1830, many color plates, diagrams, vintage ads, and pictures of rare firearms. The official history of colt firearms, 1836present lj 11179, this concentrates on the individual models the company produced. Interspersing his narrative with some biographical information on sam colt and his company, wilson traces the development of the company li. The large format of the book allows many of the firearms to be shown full size, and the history. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

The book of colt firearms, in this fresh new edition, improves dramatically upon the work universally accepted as the finest firearms book ever published. The official history of winchester firearms and ammunition from 1849 to. The book of colt firearms, third edition by wilson, r. Mar 11, 2021 product description the book of colt firearms wilson, r. The book is in very good plus condition the jacket is covered with a plastic cover, but the jacket shows wear.

Highcaliber expert, highprofile fraud hartford courant. 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. Item is brand new, unused and unmarked, in flawless condition. The book of colt by wilson, first edition abebooks. The official history of colt firearms from 1836 to the present. L formatbinding hardcover book condition used very good jacket condition very good quantity available 1 binding hardcover isbn 10 0962594377 isbn 9780962594373 publisher blue book publications, inc. The book of colt firearms by r l wilson the third edition book of colt firearms is a complete colt library in one 648page volume, with over 1. Exact same text as colt an american legend with 50 less pictures.

Wilson s book is the definitive work on colt firearms. Wilson has produced what may well be the definitive work on colt firearms. The book of colt firearms has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. All sales are final unless the description of the item is incorrect. Presumed first edition, hardcover in green boards with gilt titling, signed by wilson and levett, limited no. He has appeared on numerous television and radio programs and is a frequent speaker on the subject of firearms, history, and americana. We offer unbeatable prices, quick shipping times and a wide selection second to none. The official history of winchester firearms and ammunition from 1849 to the present. Small light discolored splotch on edge of front cover. This book is a complete colt book library in a single volume. The book of colt firearms hardcover bright side bookshop. None of the prices for items offered for sale include shipping price. Magnificent colts, the book of samuel colt firearms authored by r.

Complementing his previous work, the colt heritage. Dec 01, 2008 buy the book of colt firearms by wilson, r l online on amazon. Wilson is the author of over 50 books and 300 articles on. Dec 01, 2008 book of colt firearms hardcover 1 december 2008 by r l wilson author visit amazons r l wilson page. The title of this book is the colt heritage and it was written by r. We are now open are 9am6pm tuesdaysaturday and 11am4pm sunday. Wilsons book is the definitive work on colt firearms. Book is hardcover with dust jacket measures 12x9 and is in great condition.

All colt models general colt, an american legend r. Lee has collected these fine antique firearms treasures, spanning from the. Standard catalog civil war firearms by john f graf paperback book the fast free. The russian colts by r l wilson 1979 is the full story of the guns presented by samuel colt to the czar and his family in the mid 1800s. Oct 01, 2008 the book of colt firearms hardcover illustrated, 1 october 2008. I think this book will become as hard to find as the book of colt firearms by the same author. This book tells pictorially and verbally the entire colt firearms story from 1832 through the present. Wilson was a pillar of the firearms collecting community, and especially the colt collecting community, in the 1970s and 80s. The book of colt firearms sutherland and wilson 1971. Larry wilson was one of americas leading authorities on antique firearms.

This is a comprehensive study of colt firearms and is a must for any serious collector. Hardcover wjacket tradeaxepa auctions if you have any questions, please email us before you bid. Sutherland place of publication kansas city, mo date published 1971 keywords colt, firearms bookseller catalogs vintage firearms books. Wilson is also a wellknown collector, freelance consultant and wellknown author in the firearms field. The book of colt firearms by r l wilson3rd edition brand. All questions will be promptly answered to the best of our ability. Buy the book of colt firearms by r l wilson online at alibris. Want to see the difference between the size of the trigger guard on the 3rd and 4th models. The book of colt firearms book by r l wilson 2 available. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. This is the musthave gun book for colt collectors and historians. The third edition book of colt firearms is a complete colt library in one 648page volume, with over 1. Find the book of colt firearms by wilson, r l at biblio.

Lee, is the first of five megavolumes contained in the art of the gun series and magnificent colts is now available for purchase. Bumping to top and bottom edges of dust jacket, as well as scratches and rubbing in places. Mar 26, 2006 wilson is the same expert who engineered the removal of more than 300 guns from the colt collection at the museum of connecticut history in hartford in exchange for fewer than 20 firearms. The art of the gun magnificent colts classic gun book. Autrys collections online the book of colt firearms r. No other reference book covers the colt company and its products in such detail. This mammoth work tells the colt story from 1832 to the present. He consulted for, and advised, museums around the world. Want to see the difference between the 1st and 2nd model colt 1851 navy. Place of publication minneapolis, minnesota date published 1993 keywords guns. Fast and free shipping free returns cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.

The book of colt firearms used sutherlandwilson ebay. Product description the book of colt firearms wilson, r. It of course covers the history of colt firearms, and was written by who else. 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. Up for this auction is the book of colt firearms by r. Wilson is the author of over 50 books and 300 articles on firearms and firearms history. Wilson s other famous coffeetable books winchester.