What You Have In Your Guns Library
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I Start A Library In Firearms Related Book,Including Tactics,History,I Start This For Reference Only.I Have Only A Few Of Firearms,But Have Many Others.
Modern Gun Values
The S.A.S. Fighting Techniques Handbook
Assault Weapons (The Gun Digest Boosk Of...)
Sniper (Peter Brookersmith)
The Sniper At War
Out Of Nowhere:The History Of Military Sniper
Sniper II (Mark V.Lonsdale)
Sniper (Mark Spicer)
Sniper Counter Sniper
A Sniper In The Arizona
Handguns 2000
Guns Illustrated 2005
Guns Illustred 2006
Shooter
The BodyGuard
Far Beyond Defensive Tactics
The Encyclopaedia Of Pistols And Revolvers
The Encyclopaedia Of Rifles And Carbines
The Special Forces Tactics
The Catalog Of Military Suppliers (Third Edition)
Jane's Gun Recognition Guide
Weapons Test And Evaluations
Shooter's Bible
Tactical Pistol Shooting
Pistols Of The World
Guns Of The Elite Forces
Modern Gun Values
The S.A.S. Fighting Techniques Handbook
Assault Weapons (The Gun Digest Boosk Of...)
Sniper (Peter Brookersmith)
The Sniper At War
Out Of Nowhere:The History Of Military Sniper
Sniper II (Mark V.Lonsdale)
Sniper (Mark Spicer)
Sniper Counter Sniper
A Sniper In The Arizona
Handguns 2000
Guns Illustrated 2005
Guns Illustred 2006
Shooter
The BodyGuard
Far Beyond Defensive Tactics
The Encyclopaedia Of Pistols And Revolvers
The Encyclopaedia Of Rifles And Carbines
The Special Forces Tactics
The Catalog Of Military Suppliers (Third Edition)
Jane's Gun Recognition Guide
Weapons Test And Evaluations
Shooter's Bible
Tactical Pistol Shooting
Pistols Of The World
Guns Of The Elite Forces
Good post!
I have about 70-80 books in my reference library. That does not include magzines such asTactical Rifle, Precision Shooting and Accurate Rifle. I have a number of the usual suspects such as various volumes of Gun Digest, Cartridges of the World and the firearms disassembly/assembly books. I also have other, much more difficult to find books such as the older Handloader's Digest volumes, Gun Digest Treasury Volumes. I also have many loading manuals from Lyman, Hornady, Speer, Sierra, etc. This includes many of the older manuals that list obsolete powders and bullets that I use often as reference material. I also have bullet casting reference books such as the Lyman manuals, The Art of Bullet Casting from Wolfe Publishing, and others. I have books on big bore revolvers such as Bowen's The Custom Revolver and Taffin's books. I some of Elmer Keith's work, as well as books by Capstick on African hunting. I also have several gunsmithing books for the 1911 pistols as well as for revolvers. One good book for reference on bolt action rifles is Bot Action Rifles, 4th Ed. by de hass and Van Zwoll. Another interesting, old book is Colt Automatic Pistols by Donald A. Bady, published 1973. This book goes through the pocket pistols, rimfires, baby pistols and the 1911.
I also have books on shotgunning, smallbore rifles, small game hunting, defensive shooting, social studies on guns and crime, military arms, both U.S. and foreign, etc. Basically, any area of the shooting sports that I've ever had an interest in, I've acquired books about.
Recommendations: Street Stoppers and Stopping Power by Marshall and Sanow. They are not the bible but they are interesting reading.
Standard Catalog of S&W, 2nd Edition.
75 Years of Crosman by DT Fletcher.
Airgun Hunting and Sport by Ron Robinson.
Old Gunsights by Nick Stroebel.
Old Riflescopes by Nick Stroebel.
The NRA Handloaders Guide 1969 Edition.
Gun Digest Treasury The Best from 20 Years of Gun Digest
The Art of Bullet Casting -- From Handloader and Rifle Magazine 1966-1981.
If you have a specific area of interest, let me know and I'll get you some titles.
I have about 70-80 books in my reference library. That does not include magzines such asTactical Rifle, Precision Shooting and Accurate Rifle. I have a number of the usual suspects such as various volumes of Gun Digest, Cartridges of the World and the firearms disassembly/assembly books. I also have other, much more difficult to find books such as the older Handloader's Digest volumes, Gun Digest Treasury Volumes. I also have many loading manuals from Lyman, Hornady, Speer, Sierra, etc. This includes many of the older manuals that list obsolete powders and bullets that I use often as reference material. I also have bullet casting reference books such as the Lyman manuals, The Art of Bullet Casting from Wolfe Publishing, and others. I have books on big bore revolvers such as Bowen's The Custom Revolver and Taffin's books. I some of Elmer Keith's work, as well as books by Capstick on African hunting. I also have several gunsmithing books for the 1911 pistols as well as for revolvers. One good book for reference on bolt action rifles is Bot Action Rifles, 4th Ed. by de hass and Van Zwoll. Another interesting, old book is Colt Automatic Pistols by Donald A. Bady, published 1973. This book goes through the pocket pistols, rimfires, baby pistols and the 1911.
I also have books on shotgunning, smallbore rifles, small game hunting, defensive shooting, social studies on guns and crime, military arms, both U.S. and foreign, etc. Basically, any area of the shooting sports that I've ever had an interest in, I've acquired books about.
Recommendations: Street Stoppers and Stopping Power by Marshall and Sanow. They are not the bible but they are interesting reading.
Standard Catalog of S&W, 2nd Edition.
75 Years of Crosman by DT Fletcher.
Airgun Hunting and Sport by Ron Robinson.
Old Gunsights by Nick Stroebel.
Old Riflescopes by Nick Stroebel.
The NRA Handloaders Guide 1969 Edition.
Gun Digest Treasury The Best from 20 Years of Gun Digest
The Art of Bullet Casting -- From Handloader and Rifle Magazine 1966-1981.
If you have a specific area of interest, let me know and I'll get you some titles.
I dream of gathering up all my book and organizing them into a central library. Between the son-zainlaws, and the hunting shack, i have a hell of a time finding what i want.
I do like old Rifleman, and dated Hunting mags.
I am a little late in getting my Jeff Cooper books, as i am sure the price is going skyward.
There is a huge amount of his writings on the web here.
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Gbro
I do like old Rifleman, and dated Hunting mags.
I am a little late in getting my Jeff Cooper books, as i am sure the price is going skyward.
There is a huge amount of his writings on the web here.
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Gbro
When I first started collecting, an old timer advised me to buy a book for every gun I bought. Not necessarily a book on that type of gun, but a good quality gun book. I have not always done that, but I have built a pretty good library.
I generally don't go for generalized "coffee table" books with pretty pictures and captions full of errors, or anecdotal works ("there I was surrounded by the enemy with nothing but a dull nail file..."). I have also, when possible, had the books autographed by the author(s). Sometimes this costs a few bucks; other authors are kind enough to sign their works at no cost, and I thank them.
Jim
I generally don't go for generalized "coffee table" books with pretty pictures and captions full of errors, or anecdotal works ("there I was surrounded by the enemy with nothing but a dull nail file..."). I have also, when possible, had the books autographed by the author(s). Sometimes this costs a few bucks; other authors are kind enough to sign their works at no cost, and I thank them.
Jim
I have shooting and hunting books by Jack O'Connor, Warren Page, Bob Brister, Robert Ruark, John Wootters, Townsend Whelen, Francis Sell, Peter Capstick, and Elmer Keith. Favorite author by far is Robert Ruark.
Good shooting and be safe.
LB
Good shooting and be safe.
LB
20th Century Small Arms by Chris McNab is an excellent reference book. It has specifications and a short history on almost 300 of the most important small arms of the 20th centruy. I got it at Barnes and Noble but that was a few years ago.
spartan55
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zombies?
just read zombie survival guide by max brooks, very intertaining, liked it, however for hes sake I hope he aint serious about the dead walking.........
just read zombie survival guide by max brooks, very intertaining, liked it, however for hes sake I hope he aint serious about the dead walking.........
Anonymous Coward
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"The Book of Two Guns" by Tiger McKee
"Boston's Gun Bible" by Boston T. Party (aka Kenneth Royce)
"The Gravest Extreme" by Massad Ayoob
Three books that I didn't like:
"Farnam Method of Defensive Handgunning," by John Farnam. I like John's website www.defense-training.com, I enjoy his quips section and I plan on taking his defensive handgun course, but the book disappointed me. Much of the material was borrowed (with appropriate credit) from Jeff Cooper. I felt like he was holding back.
"Defensive Use of Firearms" by Stephen P. Wenger. Another guy with a good, interesting website, but a meager, thin book that covers ground already well-trod by better authors.
"Snubnose" by Ed Lovette. A great topic, one deserving of a lengthier, meatier book.
"Boston's Gun Bible" by Boston T. Party (aka Kenneth Royce)
"The Gravest Extreme" by Massad Ayoob
Three books that I didn't like:
"Farnam Method of Defensive Handgunning," by John Farnam. I like John's website www.defense-training.com, I enjoy his quips section and I plan on taking his defensive handgun course, but the book disappointed me. Much of the material was borrowed (with appropriate credit) from Jeff Cooper. I felt like he was holding back.
"Defensive Use of Firearms" by Stephen P. Wenger. Another guy with a good, interesting website, but a meager, thin book that covers ground already well-trod by better authors.
"Snubnose" by Ed Lovette. A great topic, one deserving of a lengthier, meatier book.
Military Small Arms of the 20th Century by Ian V. Hogg & John S. Weeks
Book of Guns and Gunsmiths by Ian V. Hogg and Anthony North
American Rifle Design
Illustrated Book of Guns by David Miller
Some others that I have to look for to list. Lots of catalogs and gun digest stuff.
Book of Guns and Gunsmiths by Ian V. Hogg and Anthony North
American Rifle Design
Illustrated Book of Guns by David Miller
Some others that I have to look for to list. Lots of catalogs and gun digest stuff.
CNYCacher
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My gun library was begun this Christmas with a color edition of "The Art of the Rifle".
aka108
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Just a few on some of the ex-military firearms. I really don't like to read unless I need something to put me to sleep.
frostbiker
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The Charles Henderson books on Carlos Hathcock were excellent.
I have a great book called "Shotguns and Shooting" (?) that was an excellent read a couple of years back. Need to dust that one off for a re-read.
I lean towards gun related fiction mostly, but have been reading a lot of non-fiction work on modern special forces and SpecWar in general. The last one I read was "A Bloody Business" which detailed the private defense contractors in the current Gulf War. I wish there was more detail in the book though.
I prefer fiction based upon TEOTWAWKI/SHTF scenarios when I can get them. I also enjoy some sci-fi and Clancy-esque espionage/thriller type books. I have read Stephen Hunter's collection at least twice now, if that gives you any idea about what is in my collection.
I have a great book called "Shotguns and Shooting" (?) that was an excellent read a couple of years back. Need to dust that one off for a re-read.
I lean towards gun related fiction mostly, but have been reading a lot of non-fiction work on modern special forces and SpecWar in general. The last one I read was "A Bloody Business" which detailed the private defense contractors in the current Gulf War. I wish there was more detail in the book though.
I prefer fiction based upon TEOTWAWKI/SHTF scenarios when I can get them. I also enjoy some sci-fi and Clancy-esque espionage/thriller type books. I have read Stephen Hunter's collection at least twice now, if that gives you any idea about what is in my collection.
CountGlockula
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For Glocks: The Complete Glock Reference Book/Guide.
Some of my favorites, in no particular order:
Cartridges of the World - Frank Barnes
John M. Browning, American Gunmaker - John Browning & Curt Gentry
Fireworks - Jeff Cooper
ABC's of Reloading - edited by Bill Chevalier
The Old Man and the Boy - Robert Ruark
Cartridges of the World - Frank Barnes
John M. Browning, American Gunmaker - John Browning & Curt Gentry
Fireworks - Jeff Cooper
ABC's of Reloading - edited by Bill Chevalier
The Old Man and the Boy - Robert Ruark
IDriveB5
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Ive got
Orvis Wingshooting Handbook :: Very good for techniques.
Art & Science of Shotgunning (Brister) :: Everything shotguns.
Orvis Wingshooting Handbook :: Very good for techniques.
Art & Science of Shotgunning (Brister) :: Everything shotguns.
I've got a couple. Got some recent additions added this christmas-
Tactical Pistol Marksmanship: How to Improve Your Combat Shooting Skills by Suarez
Tactical Pistol: Advanced Gunfighting Concepts And Techniques by Suarez
Many old magazines including American Rifleman, Shooting Illustrated, and Combat handguns.
Until recently I never truly appreciated the knowledge that can be contained in a good firearm book. I'd recommend Suarez's works along with many others (Applegate, Cooper, Ayoob, etc.) to just about any shooter.
Tactical Pistol Marksmanship: How to Improve Your Combat Shooting Skills by Suarez
Tactical Pistol: Advanced Gunfighting Concepts And Techniques by Suarez
Many old magazines including American Rifleman, Shooting Illustrated, and Combat handguns.
Until recently I never truly appreciated the knowledge that can be contained in a good firearm book. I'd recommend Suarez's works along with many others (Applegate, Cooper, Ayoob, etc.) to just about any shooter.
I would not be able to list them all, but some titles that should be required reading are:
A Rifleman Went To War....Herbert McBride. Life in the trenches by a sniper and member of the Emma Gees.
Sniper manual, USMC Self explanatory
Boston's Gun Bible Boston T. Party Lowdown on most guns and their use for the future American patriot...wherever we may find him.
High Power Rifle Accuracy..Before You Shoot Douglas Arnold. The real skinny on an accurate rifle, load, handloading, etc., as opposed to practical marksmanship.
For grins, No Second Place Winner by Bill Jordon...adventures of a border pistolero who really knew what he spoke about...I love revolvers, so I have a prejudice.
A Rifleman Went To War....Herbert McBride. Life in the trenches by a sniper and member of the Emma Gees.
Sniper manual, USMC Self explanatory
Boston's Gun Bible Boston T. Party Lowdown on most guns and their use for the future American patriot...wherever we may find him.
High Power Rifle Accuracy..Before You Shoot Douglas Arnold. The real skinny on an accurate rifle, load, handloading, etc., as opposed to practical marksmanship.
For grins, No Second Place Winner by Bill Jordon...adventures of a border pistolero who really knew what he spoke about...I love revolvers, so I have a prejudice.
swampgator
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Just a quick look:
Ultimate Sniper - Plaster
The Fighting Rifle - Taylor
Fast & Fancy Revolver - McGivern
4 years worth of American Handgunner
Marine Sniper & One Shot, One Kill - Henderson
(Didn't realize I had these, Wahoo, new books!)
A couple of Army MOS manuals. Weapons manuals on M-60, M-16, and 1911.
Non fiction: Point of Impact, Black Light, Time To Hunt and Master Sniper - Stephen Hunter.
Ultimate Sniper - Plaster
The Fighting Rifle - Taylor
Fast & Fancy Revolver - McGivern
4 years worth of American Handgunner
Marine Sniper & One Shot, One Kill - Henderson
(Didn't realize I had these, Wahoo, new books!)
A couple of Army MOS manuals. Weapons manuals on M-60, M-16, and 1911.
Non fiction: Point of Impact, Black Light, Time To Hunt and Master Sniper - Stephen Hunter.
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