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Firearms, Traps, and Tools of the Mountain Men,Used
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This encyclopedic guide to the equipment of the trappers and fur traders who opened the Old West is a unique reference work that can be classified either as history or as archaeology. It describes and discusses hundreds of iron artifactsrifles, shotguns, hatchets, axes, knives, traps, and miscellaneous toolsused by the mountain men from the early 1800s to the mid 1840s.Thirty years research went into the writing of this book. In addition to examining the diaries and letters of the trappers themselves, and the business records of furtrading companies, the author also tracked down the records and catalogs of the gunsmiths, ironmongers, and other manufacturers who supplied the early traders. He observed most of the surviving artifacts, identified their makers, and traced the evolution of the styles and designs of the weapons and tools, usually from European origins.Illustrated with over 400 drawings, the book begins with a useful background history of the western fur trade. Among the sections that will appeal to special groups of readers are chapters on firearms and blacksmithing and an appendix on the Historic Objects as Sources of History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Firearms, Traps, and Tools of the Mountain Men'? A: The book serves as an encyclopedic guide to the equipment used by trappers and fur traders in the Old West, detailing hundreds of iron artifacts such as rifles, shotguns, hatchets, axes, knives, traps, and various tools.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Firearms, Traps, and Tools of the Mountain Men' is Carl P. Russell.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This book was published on August 1, 1977.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 474 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book considered a new or used item? A: The condition of the book is classified as 'New'.
- Q: What unique features does this book offer? A: The book includes over 400 illustrations and provides a historical background of the western fur trade, along with specialized chapters on firearms and blacksmithing.
- Q: Does this book include any appendices? A: Yes, the book features an appendix titled 'Historic Objects as Sources of History'.
- Q: What kind of research was conducted for this book? A: The author conducted thirty years of research, examining diaries, letters of trappers, business records, and catalogs of manufacturers to create a comprehensive reference work.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: This book is beneficial for history enthusiasts, archaeology students, and anyone interested in the equipment used during the fur trade era.