The Sash Hook Smith and Wesson Revolvers. Whittington lll, Gabel
This is a loose manuscript written by Robert A Whittington lll and Kolman A Gable analysing the inclusion of the Sash Hook for the Russian Army on the S&W revolvers.
Pages stapled at the top left.
We have # 125 of a LIMITED NUMBERED EDITION.
Sold individually.
Smith and Wesson Handguns. Mchenry, Roper.
This is a facsimile of the book originally published in 1945 entitled Smith & Wesson Hand Guns by Roy McHenry and Walter Roper about the history of Smith and Wesson Revolvers.
For years this was the standard reference work for the Smith and Wesson revolver aficionado, and it is easy to see why. This book contains a comprehensive treatment of Smith and Wesson revolvers from the founding of the company all the way through World War II.
The book is divided into three distinct sections; the story of Smith and Wesson, illustrations of Smith and Wesson revolvers, and detailed descriptions of Smith and Wesson revolvers and their changes through the years.
The story of Smith and Wesson spans over 130 pages and contains the complete history of the company and its developments up to WWII. The illustration section contains over 40 pages of photographs of various models of Smith and Wesson revolvers. The description section contains written details of every Smith and Wesson revolver developed through 1945, including notes about frames, barrels, bolts, hammers, etc. for each model.
Whether you are an avid Smith and Wesson collector or just looking to learn more about one of America’s greatest manufacturing companies, this book will be a valuable addition to your library.
History of Smith & Wesson . Jinks.
Second Hand, 7th edn, GC, ex Neil Speed library.
History of Smith & Wesson Roy G Jinks
The Smith & Wesson Historian, Roy G. Jinks carefully details the evolution of the company and, step-bystep, describes the development of each of their firearms from 1852 through and including 1977. Facts,
production information, and data on variations and modifications fo all post-1945 Smith & Wesson firearms.
Information necessary to every S&W gun collector.
Smith & Wesson (Images of America). Jinks, Krein.
Horace Smith and Daniel Baird Wesson shared a dream of manufacturing a firearm that could fire repeatedly, using a new and self-contained cartridge. In 1852, the dream became a reality with the founding of Smith & Wesson Firearms Company. Over the next 154 years, the company grew to be one of the most innovative and respected firearms manufacturers in the world. The story of Smith & Wesson is not only about two knowledgeable and enterprising men but also the story of generations of creative and dedicated men and women. The spirit of innovation generated by the partners has long outlived them. Today Smith & Wesson is synonymous with quality, performance, and durability. Smith & Wesson explores the company history, its people, and significant products from the partners' first venture in 1852 to the sale of the Wesson family business in 1965. This book features rarely seen historical photographs, advertisements, and company documents culled from the company archives, museums collections, and the private collections of Smith & Wesson collectors.
Magnum. The S&W .357 Magnum Phenomenon. Mullin
MAGNUM - The S&W .357 Magnum Phenomenon
by Timothy J. Mullin
Deluxe First Edition, 2012
282 pages, 224 illustrations, 138 in color
Today, the most sought-after versions of the Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum revolver are the pre-war Registered and non-registered models, and these are given pride of place in the first 16 of this book's 24 chapters, plus a detailed, 28-page serial number Database.
The .357 Magnum was the result of the two-pronged development of a new revolver and a new cartridge. The .38 S&W Special cartridge was developed to counter the shorter, weaker .38 Colt round, which was the government issue handgun cartridge at the turn of the 20th century.
Then in 1929 the Colt .38 Super automatic threatened the long-established popularity of the .38 Special M&P revolver as an arm of choice for law enforcement. This led to the introduction of a pair of new .38 caliber S&W revolvers called the Heavy Duty and the Outdoorsman's, both built on the massive N frame used for the .44 Hand Ejector series, and firing a more powerful cartridge called the “.38/44 S&W Special”.
The next step was a cartridge with even more pressure, velocity and power, which could well have been hazardous to fire in ordinary revolvers. The solution was to lengthen the .38 Special case by 1/10", resulting in a new round which was christened the .357 Magnum. The N-frame 357 Magnum revolver was announced, with deliveries beginning on April 8, 1935.
Coverage of the modern S&W .357 Magnums begins with the rare post-war long-action “transition” model. The new short-action Magnum was introduced in 1950, and numbers replaced names in 1957, the Magnum becoming the Model 27. K-frame Model 19 “Combat Magnums” were introduced in 1956; the first stainless steel Magnums in 1970; the new stronger L-frame Magnums in 1981; and finally, Magnums with cylinders made of titanium and frames made of exotic scandium-aluminum alloy. Today, tiny lightweight J-frame Magnums are available, weighing well under a pound.
Custom Magnums from the S&W Performance Center, and some interesting Magnums of other makes, both domestic and foreign, are also discussed and depicted.
Smith and Wesson American Model
An amazing compilation of data about the S&W American, including historical background, U.S. army and Navy experiments and purchases, civilian and foreign government use, accessories and ammunition. Also covers the exotic Russian contracts and the various models of the S&W #3. contains a wealth of previously unpublished archival information, including a staggering array of historically identified pistols and serial number ranges for rare types. A priceless asset!
Smith and Wesson Handguns. 1st Edn, McHenry, Roper
Huntington, WV: Standard Publications, Inc.. Very Good. No Dust Jacket 1945. First Edition. Hardcover. 233 pages, illustrations, red cloth, Gold Embossed, binding is tight, text is clean with no handwriting, signatures or highlighting. ; X X ; 233 pages .
For years this was the standard reference work for the Smith and Wesson revolver aficionado, and it is easy to see why. This book contains a comprehensive treatment of Smith and Wesson revolvers from the founding of the company all the way through World War II.
The book is divided into three distinct sections; the story of Smith and Wesson, illustrations of Smith and Wesson revolvers, and detailed descriptions of Smith and Wesson revolvers and their changes through the years.
The story of Smith and Wesson spans over 130 pages and contains the complete history of the company and its developments up to WWII. The illustration section contains over 40 pages of photographs of various models of Smith and Wesson revolvers. The description section contains written details of every Smith and Wesson revolver developed through 1945, including notes about frames, barrels, bolts, hammers, etc. for each model.
Whether you are an avid Smith and Wesson collector or just looking to learn more about one of America’s greatest manufacturing companies, this book will be a valuable addition to your library.
Smith & Wesson Engraving. Kennelly
Smith & Wesson Engraving, A Celebration of Artistry in Arms from the Company's Founding until the Present Day by Michael J. Kennelly This book is a joyous celebration of all of the exceptional firearms by Smith & Wesson, as well as the men and women who created them. No expense has been spared in identifying the very best examples, wherever they happen to be, and illustrating them with large, dramatic views that are stunning in their detail and clarity. The finest collections are represented here, including the factory's very own museum pieces. In all, 1,413 color photographs will take you on a journey across generations of decorated revolvers, finally giving engraved Smith & Wessons the attention that they so richly deserve.
