EXPANDED EDITION!! This is the first in-depth study ever undertaken of the enigmatic Fallschirmj gergewehr 42 (FG42). Designed exclusively for paratrooper use, the FG42 was the most audacious small arm to come out of World War II. Despite their relatively small production numbers, these lite selective-fire assault rifles have retained an almost mythical importance in small arms history. The First Edition, published n 1990 and now long out of print contained 160 pages and 156 illustrations. When a re-issue was first contemplated in response to renewed demand, the intention was simply to reprint the book as it had originally appeared. Luckily, however, a great deal of important new information has recently come to light. Hence this NEW EXPANDED EDITION, which includes everything from before plus a brand-new Addendum containing an additional 68 pages and 122 new illustrations. This book depicts and describes SEVEN BASIC MODELS of the FG42.

 9” x 11”, hardcover, 228 pages, 278 illustrations.