Black Powder Long Arms & Pistols - Reproductions & Replicas by Dennis Adler is the only publication covering the wide variety of reproduction black powder long arms and pistols manufactured since 1959. The sister publication to the award-winning Black Powder Revolvers - Reproductions & Replicas released in 2008, this lavishly illustrated deluxe book with hundreds of stunning color images is sure to be enjoyed and appreciated by black powder enthusiasts worldwide. Written and photographed by award-winning author and photographer Dennis Adler, this new title showcases the most recently manufactured makes and models. Black Powder Long Arms & Pistols - Reproductions & Replicas is a must-have book for anyone who collects or shoots black powder replicas. Whether you're a casual black powder shooter, SASS member, reenactor, collector, or history buff, Black Powder Long Arms & Pistols - Reproductions & Replicas is sure to be a valuable addition to your library or coffee table.

Dramatic first-hand accounts of the results of handgun rounds fired into criminals by cops, storeowners, cabbies and others are the heart and soul of this long-awaited book. This is the definitive methodology for predicting the stopping power of handgun loads, the first to take into account what really happens when a bullet meets a man.

In the early transition from the long-lived flintlock system, handgun development closely paralleled that of the long arms. With the advent of the revolving pistols, however; came patents that created monopolies in revolver production and the through-bored cylinder necessary for self-contained metallic cartridges. The caplock revolvers took on a separate evolution and remained state of the art long after the widespread appearance of cartridge firing rifles and shotguns. They rode in the holsters of of explorers and adventurers across the world and granted safe conduct in the back-alleys of the Industrial West right up until the last quarter of the 19th Century. Handguns possess a mystique distinctly different from that of other firearms. They are tools of personal empowerment-chosen by their owners to provide independence and freedom of movement. In the ambitious, optimistic early years of western industrial civilization they were the emblem of liberty and equality and the bane of repressive governments and social movements. Largely because of the traditions that emerged in the time of the caplock pistols and revolvers, they remain so in the early years of the 21st Century.

The "bible" of the firearms industry for accurate value information and descriptions of rifles, pistols, and shotguns. The industry standard for over 25 years!

In this comprehensive guide, renowned firearms expert Elmer Keith shares his vast knowledge and experience with sixguns, covering everything from their history and development to their practical applications in hunting, self-defense, and target shooting. With detailed information on various models, ammunition, and shooting techniques, Sixguns is an essential resource for both novice and experienced shooters alike. Whether you're a collector, a hunter, or simply a firearms enthusiast, this book will deepen your understanding and appreciation of these iconic weapons.