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