Military

Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price and Reference Guide (Standard Catalog of Military Firearms)

Only firearms reference to include comprehensive bayonet listings - with photos and prices.

This one-volume reference to military firearms of the past 130 years is unmatched in depth of identifying details. More affordable than the closest competition, this general guide delivers descriptions for more than 2,000 antique, vintage, collectible and modern military firearms - providing you with 300+ more listings than the previous edition, all for the same price. Arranged alphabetically by nation, then category, this easy-to-use identification guide includes a separate section for machine guns/submachine guns, and features, for the first time, descriptions and values for bayonets.

Warman's World War II Collectibles: Identification and Price Guide

Global significance of World War II still echoes in many political and social situations around the world.

Explore the collecting category Hollywood and the literary world are recognizing in multi-million dollar movies, television miniseries and historical books.

Collecting market is strong - with a Hitler youth dagger bringing in $135, while a US D-Day invasion vest is worth as much as $20,000.

From uniforms, helmets, medals and firearms, to daggers, bayonets and personal mementos, Warman's World War II Collectibles serves as the most comprehensive and historically accurate guide to this popular arena of militaria. Inside this beautifully illustrated guide you will discover intriguing and informative historic details, collecting advice, reproduction alerts, and ratings that measure availability and pricing. Plus, 1,000 full color photos provide a useful and appealing tool for identifying pieces.

Standard Catalog of German Military Vehicles (Standard Catalog Of...)

This is the first-ever collection of images and data on German Military vehicles. Packed with never-before-seen photos and recently-discovered technical data, Standard Catalog of(r) German Military Vehicles delivers comprehensive coverage of the most revered and feared war machines of WWII.

Covering everything from the famous Tiger tanks to obscure and peculiar hybrids, motorcycles and tracked vehicles, this all-encompassing reference is a must-have for any military historian, military vehicle enthusiast or military modeler. With historical information behind each of the 200 featured vehicles, as well as specifications for each and more than 1,000 detailed photographs, Standard Catalog of(r) German Military Vehicles is the best, biggest and most complete book on the market!

-Covers 200 German military tanks, motorcycles, and tracked vehicles -More than 1,000 detailed photographs -Most comprehensive reference available

Detecting the Fakes

Heavy demand has created an international market in fake Third Reich uniforms, equipment and decorations. In this unique volume, over 200 photographs display several hundred fakes side-by-side with the authentic originals. Both are described in meticulous detail, making for two reference books in one.

"...a handy and immensely informative reference ..." Military Trader, May 2005

Warman's Civil War Collectibles: Identification And Price Guide (Warman's Civil War Collectibles)

In this one complete fact-packed guide you'll find everything from bayonet-tipped rifles used in fierce battles, and tintypes of proud fighting men posing for their loved ones, to boots worn on long dusty marches, flags and drums that stirred the troops, and diaries.

In addition to valuable pricing and historical facts, in this book you'll discover:

• 1,000 color photos for instant identification

• 3,000 price listings of U.S., Confederate, and foreign-made items

• Weapons, uniforms, accoutrements, flags, photos, personal items and ephemera

• Critical reproduction alerts and collecting advice

FELDBLUSE: The German Army Field Tunic 1933-45

A detailed description of the German soldier's field tunic throughout the Second World War, in all its aspects: history, symbolism, manufacturing, evolution, insignia, etc., from the pre-war dress uniform to the shabby utilitarian garment of 1945.

Jean-Philippe Borg and Laurent Huart are experienced collectors and historians, who have managed to bring together a large quantity of authentic pieces for this book, all of which are illustrated in full color. Their descriptions are soundly supported by period documents sourced from the German Bundesarchiv.

This book will be an essential reference work for all collectors of Third Reich uniforms as well as World War II military history enthusiasts.

Knives 2006

In its 26th edition, the "World's Greatest Knife Book" is back with more than 1,000 brilliant color illustrations in an easy-to-follow format collectors respect, and the updated reference and marketplace review they need.

Top knife experts dish on the latest trends and techniques in custom knifemaking, while updated reports deliver maker's name, blade and handle material and other specifics for each knife. A revised directory gives collectors and custom knife crafters links to knifemakers in each state, knifemakers associations' membership lists, related services and supplies. Knives 2006 celebrates the tradition and workmanship of this age-old craft, while illustrating its modern character.

-Presents more than 1,000 updated listings

-Features 1,000+ color illustrations for quick reference

-Updated articles about the latest styles helps enthusiasts maintain collections

Collector's Guide to World War 2 German Medals

Metal awards and decorations of the Third Reich are decribed in exhaustive detail with the aid of 266 photographs. Front and back covers show 26 decorations in full color. The numerous classes of the Iron Cross are examined (with every recipient listed in the case of the rarer grades), along with all military decorations from the best-known to such obscurities as the Army Balloon Observer's Badge. An extensive section also covers decorations awarded for service in the Spanish Civil War and numerous Nazi Party and State decorations. Sections are also devoted to storing, cleaning and appraising decorations.

Camouflage Uniforms of the Waffen-Ss : A Photographic Reference. (Schiffer Military/Aviation History)

Finally a book that unveils the shroud of mystery surrounding Waffen-SS camouflage clothing. Illustrated here, both in full color and in contemporary black and white photographs, this unparalleled look at Waffen-SS combat troops and their camouflage clothing will benefit both the historian and collector.

A Collector's Guide to Third Reich Militaria