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Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns 18931945: A Revised And Expanded Edition Of Hand Cannons Of Imperial Japan
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When Originally Published In 1981, The Hand Cannons Of Imperial Japan Was Heralded As One Of The Most Readable Works On Firearms Ever Produced. To Arms Collectors And Scholars, It Remains A Prized Source Of Information On Japanese Handguns, Their Development, And Their History. In This New Revised And Expanded Edition, Original Author Harry Derby Has Teamed With Jim Brown To Provide A Thorough Update Reflecting Twenty Years Of Additional Research. The Authors Have Retained The Format And Much Of The Text Of The Original Edition, Focusing On Military Cartridge Arms From The 18931945 Period. Signal Pistols, Foreignprocured Military Handguns, Ammunition, Holsters, And Accessories Are Also Covered. Significant Changes Are Included Based On New Findings, And A Great Deal Of New Information Has Been Added, Together With Color Illustrations Of Significant Specimens. A Number Of Newly Discovered Variants Are Identified And Described, And Expanded Tables Of Reported Serial Numbers And Production Data Are Provided. Coverage And Explanation Of Japanese Markings Has Been Greatly Enhanced, And A Detailed Study Of Inspection Marks On The Most Widely Known Types 14 And 94 Is Included. An Appendix On Valuation Has Also Been Added, Using A Relative Scale That Should Remain Relevant Despite Inflationary Pressures. For The Firearms Collector, Enthusiast, Historian Or Dealer, This Is The Most Complete And Uptodate Work On Japanese Military Handguns Ever Written. Like Its Predecessor, It Is Certain To Become A Classic Firearms Reference And A Benchmark For Further Research.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns, 1893–1945'? A: The book primarily focuses on the development, history, and details of Japanese military cartridge handguns from 1893 to 1945, including signal pistols and foreign-procured military handguns.
- Q: Is this edition different from the original publication? A: Yes, this Revised and Expanded edition includes updates based on twenty years of additional research, with new findings, illustrations, and expanded tables of serial numbers and production data.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Harry L. Derby, who wrote the original edition, and Jim Brown, who collaborated for the updated version.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, offering durability and a classic book appearance.
- Q: How many pages are in this edition? A: This edition contains a total of 384 pages.
- Q: What additional resources does the book provide for collectors? A: The book includes an appendix on valuation and enhanced coverage of Japanese markings and inspection marks on notable types of handguns.
- Q: When was the Revised and Expanded edition published? A: This edition was published on November 30, 2003.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in firearms collecting? A: Yes, it is written to be accessible for both enthusiasts and scholars, making it suitable for beginners as well as advanced collectors.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features color illustrations of significant specimens, enhancing the visual understanding of the firearms discussed.
- Q: What is the ISBN for 'Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns, 1893–1945'? A: The book's ISBN is 978-0764317640, which can be useful for locating or purchasing the book.