Massad Ayoob's Greatest Handguns of the World

Massad Ayoob's Greatest Handguns of the World Review

A Modern-Day Classic from a Master Handgunner!

The next best thing to shooting the world's greatest handguns is reading about them. And nobody writes about great handguns like Massad Ayoob.

Here, in one entertaining, photo-packed volume, are the handguns that changed firearms history. From the Colt 1911 to the latest and greatest Glock, Massad Ayoob shares his half-century of experience with the world's greatest pistols and revolvers as only he can. Whether you're a collector, a plinker, a competition shooter or simply a firearms enthusiast, you'll agree that Massad Ayoob's Greatest Handguns of the World is required reading for anyone interested in the history and development of handguns.

Includes:

• Colt
  
  
• Smith & Wesson
  
  
• Ruger
  
  
• Glock
  
  
• High Standard
  
  
• Heckler & Koch
  
  
• And more!

The Awful End of Prince William the Silent: The First Assassination of a Head of State with a Handgun (Making History)

The Awful End of Prince William the Silent: The First Assassination of a Head of State with a Handgun (Making History) Review

The assassination of Prince William of Orange by a French Catholic in 1584 had immediate political consequences and a profound effect on the course of history. It was a serious setback for Protestants in the Netherlands, who were struggling for independence from the Catholic rule of the Hapsburg Empire. But the crime's ramifications were even more earth-shattering, for it heralded the arrival of a new threat to the safety of world leaders and the security of nations: a pistol that could easily be concealed on one's person and employed to lethal effect at point-blank range.

In this provocative, fascinating, and enormously engaging work, noted author and historian Lisa Jardine brilliantly recounts the brazen act of religious terrorism that changed everything—and explores its long and bloody legacy, from the murder of Abraham Lincoln in 1865 to the slaying of Archduke Ferdinand in 1914, to the plague of terror and violent zealotry that infects our world today.

Hidden in Plain Sight: A Practical Guide to Concealed Handgun Carry, 2nd Revised Edition

Hidden in Plain Sight: A Practical Guide to Concealed Handgun Carry, 2nd Revised Edition Review

Concerned with how to comfortably, discreetly and safely exercise the privileges granted by a CCW permit? This invaluable guide offers the latest advice on what to look for when choosing a CCW, how to dress for comfortable, effective concealed carry, traditional and more unconventional carry modes, accessory holsters, customized clothing and accessories, accessibility data based on draw-time comparisons and new holsters on the market. Includes 40 new manufacturer listings.

Gun Digest 2012

Gun Digest 2012 Review

Since 1944, Gun Digest has been regarded as the shooter's No. 1 resource. The 2012 edition continues the tradition of bringing you more of everything that firearms fanatics crave!

Features in-depth articles about the world's most fascinating guns, testfire reports on the latest models, insights about fine collectibles, and roundups of what's new from leading manufacturers... you simply won't find a more comprehensive collection of firearms information.

Whether you're interested in the latest tactical firearms or want to learn more about firearms history – or anything else related to guns and shooting – you'll find it in Gun Digest 2012.

It's All Here:

• Rifles, Handguns & Shotguns
• Tactical Firearms
• Engraved & Custom Guns
• Ammunition
• Air Guns
• Gunsmithing Supplies
• Muzzloaders
• Shooting Products for Women

About the Editor The late Dan Shideler (1960-2011) was a senior editor for Gun Digest Books and best-known as editor of the 2010-2012 editions of Gun Digest. During his seven years with F+W Media, Shideler also edited the Standard Catalog of Firearms, Modern Gun Values, The Official Gun Digest Book of Guns & Prices, and numerous other titles.

Gun Digest Buyer's Guide to Concealed-Carry Handguns

Gun Digest Buyer's Guide to Concealed-Carry Handguns Review

If You Carry a Gun–If You're Considering Carrying a Gun–You Need the Gun Digest Buyer's Guide to Concealed Carry Handguns

There's a lot more to legally carrying a concealed handgun than just sticking something in your pocket. Which is best for you, a revolver or semi-auto? Which caliber? Shoulder holster, waist holster, or ankle holster–or none of the above?

In the Gun Digest Buyer's Guide to Concealed Carry Handguns, concealed-carry expert Jerry Ahern sorts it all out for you in clear, plain-speaking text, supported with hundreds of detailed photos. From explaining why you might want to carry a concealed handgun to testfires of many of toady's hottest small handguns, there's no better guide.

It's All Here!

• How, when and why to carry a concealed handgun
  
  
• Lasers and optics
  
  
• Holsters and accessories
  
  
• Practical, real-world testfires
  
  
• And much, much more!

Your safety and well-being are too important to risk on an uninformed buying decision. Arm yourself with the facts–in the Gun Digest Buyer's Guide to Concealed Carry Handguns!

Handgun Combatives

Handgun Combatives Review

If you're only going to buy one book on combat pistol techniques and tactics, this is the one to get! Dave Spaulding's definitive book on combat pistols can help officers develop not only an improved technique, but also illustrates how a winning attitude can make them prevail when the chips are down. It includes information on selecting a personal handgun, stopping power, getting a grip, dealing with multiple threats, keeping sharp, and many more.

Combat Training with Pistols, M9, M11

Combat Training with Pistols, M9, M11 Review

This manual provides guidance on the operation and marksmanship of the M9, 9-mm
pistol, and the M11, 9-mm pistol.

It reflects current army standards in weapons qualifications. It is a guide for the instructor to develop training programs, plans, and lessons that meet the objectives of the US Army marksmanship program for developing combat effective marksmen.

The soldier develops confidence, knowledge, and skills by following the guidelines in this manual.

Carrying a Concealed Carry Handgun- After the License

Carrying a Concealed Carry Handgun- After the License Review

CARRYING A CONCEALED HANDGUN-AFTER THE LICENSE is a sequel to CARRYING A CONCEALED HANDGUN. This book is designed for the citizen who has recently obtained a concealed carry permit.It covers subjects in the first book in greater detail plus discusses situational awareness training, planning your range training, a personal range bag, and a custom maintenance/cleaning kit.

Transfer of Wealth: The Case For Nationwide Concealed Carry of Handguns

Transfer of Wealth: The Case For Nationwide Concealed Carry of Handguns Review

Nothing puts Peace in its proper perspective better than the loss of personal liberty. Author and Columnist John Longenecker writes purely for the non-gun owner household with the question...Are America's Anti-Crime Policies Killing The Nation? John Longenecker exposes the fraud of go-nowhere anti-crime policies which respond far too late after-the-fact, which disarm Americans before-the-fact, discourage personal sovereignty, and take much more than guns - anti-crime policies disarm Americans by taking also your personal and household authority. And now, the non-gun owner households are beginning to feel it.Officials, various industrial complexes and international interests cooperate in eavesdropping and stalking the American Household for its wealth, measured not in dollars, but in privacy, liberty, authority, personal spirit and way of life. ___From Erskine, Syndicated Host of THE ERSKINE OVERNIGHT SHOW . . .John Longenecker is one of the most positive and articulate guests I've had in my 10+ years of broadcasting.Americans must realize that our protection depends on the individual being prepared. Now we are asked to turn these duties over to them without questioning.___Larry Pratt, Executive Director, GUN OWNERS OF AMERICA . . .Longenecker has made a significant contribution to understanding and articulating what it means to be free.

The Handgun in Personal Defense

The Handgun in Personal Defense Review

A well-researched common sense guide to carrying concealed firearms and using them for self-defense. This book is written in an easy style that presents the subject in a way that everyone can understand.

Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns 1893-1945: A Revised and Expanded Edition of Hand Cannons of Imperial Japan

Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns 1893-1945: A Revised and Expanded Edition of Hand Cannons of Imperial Japan Review

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 1893-1945 period. Signal pistols, foreign-procured 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 up-to-date 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.

The Gun Digest Book of Exploded Handgun Drawings

The Gun Digest Book of Exploded Handgun Drawings Review

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UNIT AND DIRECT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST) FOR MACHINE GUNS, CALIBER .50: M2,

UNIT AND DIRECT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST) FOR MACHINE GUNS, CALIBER .50: M2, Review

TECHNICAL MANUAL TM 9-1005-213-23&P Includes 381 PAGES ON THE
UNIT AND DIRECT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
(INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)
FOR MACHINE GUNS, CALIBER .50: M2, HEAVY BARREL
FLEXIBLE, W/E (1005-00-322-9715) (EIC: 4AG)
M48 TURRET TYPE (1005-00-957-3893) (EIC: 4AB)
SOFT MOUNT (1005-01-343-0747) (NAVY)
FIXED TYPE RIGHT HAND FEED (1005-00-122-9339) (NAVY)
FIXED TYPE LEFT HAND FEED (1005-00-122-9368) (NAVY)

Glock: This book debunks the myths, lays to rest the rumors and, through photos of a special cutaway Glock that clearly display its unique inner ... most innovative handgun introduced in some t

Glock: This book debunks the myths, lays to rest the rumors and, through photos of a special cutaway Glock that clearly display its unique inner ... most innovative handgun introduced in some t Review

This book debunks the myths, lays to rest the rumors and, through photos of a special cutaway Glock that clearly display its unique inner mechanisms, demystifies the design and operations of what is surely the most innovative handgun introduced in some time – and possibly in the history of handguns.

Classic Handguns of the 20th Century: A Shooter's and Collector's Guide

Classic Handguns of the 20th Century: A Shooter's and Collector's Guide Review

This high caliber reference offers readers a dynamic colourful depiction of handguns significant to days gone by. More than 20 models from the 1900s are covered - the Colt SAA, Smith & Wesson.357 Magnum, Walther P-38, Beretta 92 - reminiscent of the days of gunfighters and cowboy action heroes. Based on the series of featured 20th century handguns from Handguns magazine, each chapter will include thorough coverage of a specific model, including historical significance of the model; technical specifications; timeline of design changes, variations, finishes and material; information on derivatives and clones; collector values; and handling and operating characteristics. Full-colour historical photographs offer readers a nostalgic glimpse into the past life of popular 20th century handguns.

FBI - HANDGUN WOUNDING FACTORS AND EFFECTIVENESS

FBI - HANDGUN WOUNDING FACTORS AND EFFECTIVENESS Review

This publication contains:

The FBI paper: Handgun Wounding Factors And Effectiveness, and

The FBI paper: The FBI's 10MM Pistol.

The following is from the Forward of the FBI paper: Handgun Wounding Factors And Effectiveness (1989).

The selection of effective handgun ammunition for law enforcement is a critical and complex issue. It is critical because of that which is at stake when an Officer is required to use his handgun to protect his own life or that of another. It is complex because of the target, a human being, is amazingly endurable and capable of sustaining phenomenal punishment while persisting in a determined course of action. The issue is made even more complex by the dearth of credible research and the wealth of uninformed opinion regarding what is commonly referred to as "stopping power."

In reality, few people have conducted relevant research in this area, and fewer still have produced credible information that is useful for law enforcement agencies in making informed decisions.

This article brings together what is believed to be the most credible information regarding wound ballistics. It cuts through the haze and confusion, and provides common-sense, scientifically supportable, principles by which the effectiveness of law enforcement ammunition may be measured. It is written clearly and concisely. The content is credible and practical.

The information contained in this article is not offered as the final word on wound ballistics. It is, however, an important contribution to what should be an ongoing discussion of this most important of issues.

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This FBI paper was published in the FBI's Law Enforcement Bulletin; but as of 2004, it was no longer available to the general public. I requested a copy from the FBI Library in Quantico, VA, and received a copy of the report which was available on the web. It was not an "official" copy, so in August 2004, I filed a Freedom Of Information Act request for the report. I received an "official" copy of the FBI report in May 2005 after an initial denial, and appeal of that denial.

It was and still is an excellent resource. I believe that the info in it is of value to the millions of law abiding folks who have a handgun for self defense. And it may help some realize that a gun is not a magical self defense wand that will ward off evil and assure their safety and security.

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The FBI paper: The FBI's 10MM Pistol details the process that led to the FBI's decision to move to a 10 mm (.40 caliber) pistol. As such it is an excellent historical document and also provides one with an insight to the thinking used to support the decision. Also included are my comments.

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Both papers are included in the MobiPocket, Kindle, and PDF editions that are available via the web or my site www.pointshooting.com.

The Arial font was used to make the text easier to read. Some e-readers may use a different font as a default.

Only the PDF edition contains images of the scanned pages of the "official" copy of: Handgun Wounding Factors And Effectiveness. They are not in the MobiPocket or Kindle editions, as they are two big to be readable on most e-readers.

The cover includes the FBI name and Seal as provided in the FOIA release, and identifies the publication as a FOIA release. The FBI has been advised of that.

Here is a list of P&S publications:

AIMED POINT SHOOTING OR P&S FOR SELF DEFENSE

US ARMY - COMBAT TRAINING WITH PISTOLS M9 AND M11

US MARINE CORPS PISTOL TRAINING MANUAL

RIFLE QUICK KILL - US ARMY TT23-71-1

FBI - HANDGUN WOUNDING FACTORS AND EFFECTIVENESS

The 2009 Import and Export Market for Merry-Go-Rounds, Swings, Shooting Galleries, Fairground Amusements, Traveling Circuses, Traveling Menageries, and Traveling Theatres in Lithuania

The 2009 Import and Export Market for Merry-Go-Rounds, Swings, Shooting Galleries, Fairground Amusements, Traveling Circuses, Traveling Menageries, and Traveling Theatres in Lithuania Review

On the demand side, exporters and strategic planners focusing on merry-go-rounds, swings, shooting galleries, fairground amusements, traveling circuses, traveling menageries, and traveling theatres in Lithuania face a number of questions. Which countries are supplying merry-go-rounds, swings, shooting galleries, fairground amusements, traveling circuses, traveling menageries, and traveling theatres to Lithuania? How important is Lithuania compared to others in terms of the entire global and regional market? How much do the imports of merry-go-rounds, swings, shooting galleries, fairground amusements, traveling circuses, traveling menageries, and traveling theatres vary from one country of origin to another in Lithuania? On the supply side, Lithuania also exports merry-go-rounds, swings, shooting galleries, fairground amusements, traveling circuses, traveling menageries, and traveling theatres. Which countries receive the most exports from Lithuania? How are these exports concentrated across buyers? What is the value of these exports and which countries are the largest buyers?

This report was created for strategic planners, international marketing executives and import/export managers who are concerned with the market for merry-go-rounds, swings, shooting galleries, fairground amusements, traveling circuses, traveling menageries, and traveling theatres in Lithuania. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics which appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for merry-go-rounds, swings, shooting galleries, fairground amusements, traveling circuses, traveling menageries, and traveling theatres for those countries serving Lithuania via exports, or supplying from Lithuania via imports. It does so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models.

In what follows, Chapter 2 begins by summarizing where Lithuania fits into the world market for imported and exported merry-go-rounds, swings, shooting galleries, fairground amusements, traveling circuses, traveling menageries, and traveling theatres. The total level of imports and exports on a worldwide basis, and those for Lithuania in particular, is estimated using a model which aggregates across over 150 key country markets and projects these to the current year. From there, each country represents a percent of the world market. This market is served from a number of competitive countries of origin. Based on both demand- and supply-side dynamics, market shares by country of origin are then calculated across each country market destination. These shares lead to a volume of import and export values for each country and are aggregated to regional and world totals. In doing so, we are able to obtain maximum likelihood estimates of both the value of each market and the share that Lithuania is likely to receive this year. From these figures, rankings are calculated to allow managers to prioritize Lithuania compared to other major country markets. In this way, all the figures provided in this report are forecasts that can be combined with internal information sources for strategic planning purposes.