Weapons Manuals


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.30 Carbines M1, M1A1, M2, & M3
TM 9-1276 The standard textbook on the .30 carbine family and without a doubt the most comprehensive on the U.S .30 Carbine. Completely detailed and fully illustrated. Practical and technical angles such as: detailed disassembly and inspection, full ordnance repair and inspection, full ordnance repair & police full auto conversion. 6 x 9 , softcvr, 177 pp.
Item # C-410
$9.95
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FN-FAL Auto Rifles
The complete manual for one of the most effective battle rifles ever made. If you own a FN-FAL you need this book. Fully illustrated with photos & drawings on almost every one of its 130 pages.
Item # C-211
$21.95
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M1 Carbine - Arsenal History
The complete arsenal history of the M-1 Carbine. Plus the previously unpublished battlefield evaluation of the Carbine during Korea. Hardhitting, Accurate Facts.
Item # C-029
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M1 Carbine Owners Manual
Complete guide for the M1 carbine owner. Contains disassembly and maintenance instructions and fully illustrated details of ordnance repair. Everything the owner needs. 81/2x11, 102 pp.
Item # C-289
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M14/M14A1 Rifles & Rifle Marksmanship
This manual contains a detailed description of the M14 and M14A1 rifles & their general characteristics, procedures for disassembly and assembly, operation & functioning of the rifles, types of stoppages and actions to reduce them, types of ammunition, automatic fire and more. 236 pp., indexed, 81/2"x11", softcvr.
Item # C-274
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The Classic M1 Garand
Part One includes the M1’s tactical, developmental and industrial history, takes a realistic look at the rifle’s perceived flaws and presents savvy advice on buying parts and part kits for the M1 in today’s marketplace. The second half of this book is dedicated to the enjoyment adn mainence of the M1. It addresses some commn questions about the rifle and covers some of the touchiest aspects of maintaining and smoothing the rifle in detail, will some nearly foolproof procedures. 8.5 x 11 , softcover, photos, illustrated, 112 pages.
Item # C-9472
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The Complete M1 Garand
A Guide for the Shooter and Collector Author Jim Thompsom takes you through a comprehensive history and beyond of this famous rifle. With detail directions and clear photos, he covers all the basics and then some. A must have book for collectors & shooters of this grand ole weapon. 81/2x11, softcvr, illust.
Item # C-9336
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The Fighting Garand
Comprehensive attention is given to every aspect and accessories of the famous Garand Rifles. This book gives pertinent instruction in battlefield use, dissassembly and maintenance, through all the fully illustrated details of ordnance repair and complete lock, stock and barrel rebuilding. Everything a Garand owner or user will ever need to know. 8.5 x 11, softcvr, illust.
Item # C-136
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The H&R Reising Submachine Gun
The Reising SMG is one of the least expensive SMGs available today. Designed for the Marines in World War II, it was innovative and it fired the powerful .45 cartridge. This book combines the rare original H&R factory manual with the military tech. manual. 75 pp., 6 X9 , photos, illus., softcvr.
Item # C-9127
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The L’il M1 .30 Cal. Carbine
Duncan Long traces the history of this little giant from its original creation. This book covers commercial variants, spinoffs of the M1 Carbine, accessories, care and maintenance and the use of the carbine and the Enforcer pistol. 5 1/2" X 8 1/2", 203 pgs, photos, illus., softcvr.
Item # C-9164
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The M-1 Does MY Talking!
The U.S. M1 Garand Rifle In Pictures This book is much more than an extensive documentation of John Garand’s handiwork in fifty years of worldwide service. Certainly, collectors, historians and shooters will find much to study and learn in the over 200 vivid and exciting images, These photos, drawings and paintings illuminate an evolution that began right after WWI and continues even today. But GI’s will find even more. This is YOUR rifle, the way you will remember just like it was yesterday. Softcover, 71/4"x91/2", 80 pages, over 200 color and B&W photos. Item No...............$12.95
Item # C-9050
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The M-14 Rifle
The M-14 is still thought by many to be the finest battle rifle the U.S. has ever developed. In this well illustrated manual, the M-14 and M-14E2 are covered thoroughly. Complete disassembly and assembly are shown as well as: operation and functioning, stoppages and immediate action, maintenance, ammunition, and accessories. The latter section includes the M2 bipod, M6 bayonet knife with M8A1 scabbard, M-76 grenade launcher, M-15 grenade launcher sight, M-12 blank firing attachment and M-3 breech shield, plus the little-known winter trigger kit. This book is a must for owners of M-14 or the Springfield Armory’s great M1A1. 81/2"x11", softcvr, 50pp., illus.
Item # C-135
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The Springfield Rifle
Rifle, cal. 30, M1903, the Springfield rifle, was in service for many years and won the affection of those who lived by it. Today it is still a popular weapon for collectors & shooters. This manual covers Rifle, U. S. , cal 30, M1103, M1903A1, M1903A3, and M1903A4 (Snipers) plus telescopic M73B1, Bayonets and other features. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 , 116 pgs, photos, softcvr.
Item # C-227
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Thompson Submachine Guns
TM 9-1215 Few arms in history have enjoyed the notoriety & publicity of the famous Thompson submachine guns. This book puts under one cover the most complete listing of practical and technical Tommy Gun info ever published. Reprints of U.S. / British military manuals plus an old AutoOrdnance makes for over 230 pgs. Illus.
Item # C-284
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UZI Submachine Gun
After more than 30 years in production, the legendary Uzi is the most widely distributed SMG in the world, and still one of the best. It has been produced in both Israel and Belgium (under license by F.N.). It is also notable for being one of the very few SMG’s equipped with a grip safety. This volume gives fully illustrated details on both the wooden & folding metal stock models: functioning, detail disassembly and parts description, technical specifications and data, loading, firing, handling, zeroing, stoppages & immediate action, 46 pgs, 60 large/clear photos & illus. 51/2x81/2, softcvr.
Item # C-126
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The M1 Garand Complete Assembly Guide
by Scott Duf
How to build your own M1 Garand by Walt Kuleck with Clint McKee. Since the publication of Scott Duff’s The M1 Garand Owner’s Guide, readers have asked for a book that would help guide them through the assembly of their M1 Garand. Ideally, such a book would impart the tips, tricks, pitfalls and “gotchas!” that experienced Garand enthusiasts and armorers have discovered and developed over the years. This is that book. It goes beyond the military manuals in depth and scope, using words and pictures to clearly guide the reader through every operation required to assemble their Garand. You’ll learn the best and easiest ways to build your rifle. It won’t make you an Garand armorer, but it will make you a more knowledgeable owner. You’ll be able to do more with (and to) your rifle. You’ll also be able to better judge the competence of those whom you choose to work on your rifle, and to discuss your needs more intelligently with them. In short, if you build it, you’ll know how to repair it. The M1 Garand Complete Assembly Guide has 161 pages and over 350 photographs.
Item # C-9679
$22.95
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M14 Owner's Guide & Matching Conditioning Instrucitons
by Scott Duff
by Scott A. Duff and CWO John M. Miller. - History, development, selecting the rifle, disassembly, assembly, inspection, cleaning, zeroing, match conditioning, and much, much more. The M14/M1ATM has dominated service rifle competition for over 30 years. The M14 Owner’s Guide also traces the history and development from the T44 through adoption and production of the M14 rifle. Evolution of the sniper rifle variations are chronicled. History of the military National Match rifle and the introduction and manufacture of the civilian M14/M1ATM rifles are described. The Match Conditioning Instructions guide the reader through the activities required to convert the M14/M1ATM into a first-class target rifle. Numerous drawings and photographs aid in completion of this procedure. A comprehensive appendix provides the reader with names, addresses, and phone numbers of reputable gunsmiths and suppliers of parts, tools, accessories and books. Nationally recognized military armorers, gunsmiths, manufacturers, suppliers and service rifle competitors assisted in preparation of this book.
Item # C-9680
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The M1 Carbine Owner's Guide
Scott Duff
The new second printing of the “M1 Carbine Owner’s Guide” by Larry Ruth and Scott Duff is now available. It’s a comprehensive look at one of the most popular US Service Rifles of the 20th Century: the M1 Carbine. “How do I evaluate and select an M1 Carbine?” “How do I determine the date of my Carbine’s Manufacture?” These are the questions most often asked by new Carbine enthusiasts. They are answered in “The M1 Carbine Owner’s Guide.” Along with the detailed history, evaluation, assembly, disassembly, operating and maintenance information expected from Scott Duff Publications’ Owner’s Guides, the “M1 Carbine Owner’s Guide” includes never-before published serial number date tables. Carbine Dating, as it were (sorry, couldn’t resist the pun!). The “M1 Carbine Owner’s Guide” has 106 photographs and drawings in its 144 pages. This book is a unique resource that every Carbine owner and/or aficionado should have!!
Item # C-9678
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WEAPONS EVALUATIONS:
For the Armed Professional and Advanced Collector
Tactical Carbines, Sniper Rifles, shotguns & Handguns
A culmination of hands-on evaluations and historical research spanning four decades, Weapons Evaluations for the Armed Professional and Advanced Collector is a sweeping professional analysis of some of the best combat firearms ever fielded by frontline troops around the globe. Small-arms expert Alan C. Paulson takes the perspective of tactician, end user, scientist, historian, ballistician and journalist to thoroughly examine the combat capabilities of the most advanced handguns, shotguns, tactical carbines, sniper rifles and .50 calibers in the world, from groundbreaking guns of the famed OSS during World War II to today’s cutting-edge hardware doing duty in the War on Terror. Whether the mission is a dynamic entry against armed hostiles, close-quarters combat under rugged battlefield conditions, discreet “wet work” in a foreign capital or an ultra-long-range takedown across the desert sands, the weapons featured in this book have been called on by elite military units, police tactical teams and covert operatives to get the job done. 8.5” x 11”, softcover, photos, 372 pages.
Item # C-9685
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The AR15 Complete Assembly Guide
How To Build Your Own AR15
This guide goes beyond the military manuals in depth and scope, using words and pictures to clearly guide the reader through every operation required to assemble their AR-15-type rifle. You’ll learn the best and easiest ways to build your rifle. It won’t make you an AR-15 armorer, but it will make you a more knowledgeable owner. You’ll be able to do more with (and to) your rifle. You’ll also be able to better judge the competence of those whom you choose to work on your rifle, and to discuss your needs more intelligently with them. In short, if you build it, you’ll know how to repair it. It’s the most comprehensive book of its kind on the AR-15. 164 pages, 331 photographs.
Item # C-9676
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The M14 Complete Assembly Guide
Scott Duff
This book goes far beyond the military manuals in depth and scope, using words and over 600 pictures to clearly guide you through every operation required to support your M14/M1A . You’ll learn the best and easiest ways to enhance, disassemble and assemble your rifle. It won’t make you an M14/M1A armorer, but it will make you a knowledgeable owner. You’ll be able to do more with (and to) your rifle. You’ll also be able to better judge the competence of those you choose to work on your rifle, and to discuss your needs more intelligently with them. In short, you’ll know your M14/M1A inside and out. Also included are instructions for installing National Match rear sights, a tutorial on tuning your trigger to National Match standards, a discussion of John Garand’s contributions to the M14, and several 21st Century enhancements. The M14 Complete Assembly guide is 6” x 9”, is Perfect bound laminated soft cover, and has 250 pages and over 600 photographs.
Item # C-9677
$24.95
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The Tactical AR15
High-Performance Techniques
for police, Military, and Practical Shooters
by Dave M. Lauck & Paul W. Hantke
This latest edition to Dave Lauck’s tactical series of books (Tactical Marksman, Advanced Tactical Marksman, Tactical 1911) evaluates cutting-edge tactics and equipment in the tactical shooting field for either close-quarters combat or precision standoff duty. It includes thorough chapters on handling and shooting techniques, marksmanship, maintenance and accessories, but what truly sets this book apart from other manuals are its sections that will help you to advance your carbine skills for all sorts of military, law-enforcement and self-defense scenarios; maintain your mental focus in tactical situations; determine which modifications will make your firearm perform better; select the proper tactical carbine ammunition for specific missions; and understand the pros and cons of using suppressors. The Tactical AR-15 uses "lessons learned" from live encounters, training scenarios and competitions as proving grounds to determine what tactics and equipment work when shots really matter. It is essential reading for police, military and civilian operators who use their AR-15s for everything from home protection to close-quarters combat, from long-range precision targeting or sniping to varmint hunting. 8 1/2 x 11, softcover, photos, illus., 248 pp.
Item # C-9694
$44.95
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Flayderman's Guide to Antique American Frearms and
Leading reference for American firearms, with a multi-generational following. Combines thorough historical arms details and authoritative pricing in one easy-to-use book. The book simply known Flayderman's is your go-to guide for accurate and updated collector pricing, and identifying the historic details of antique firearms. With meticulously researched data, descriptions of stampings and markings for 4,000+ American firearms manufactured between the colonial era and 1900, and more than 1,900 sharp photos-including a new 16 page color photo gallery, Flayderman's is truly the the ultimate value guide to antique American firearms. 752 pages, softcover, 8.5" x 11", illustrated.
Item # C-9699
$39.95
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