Videos tagged with Firearm Book Review

This video is a book review of "The Ross Rifle Story," a comprehensive but poorly edited reference work on the Ross rifle. Despite its organizational flaws and image quality issues, the book is considered essential for anyone interested in the Ross rifle's development, covering both civilian and military aspects. The reviewer notes the book's value lies in its unique information, even with a few errors. A second printing is available for $100 directly from the seller.

This video provides a book review of Tom Davis Jr.'s "Amateur's Guide to the Colt's Thompson SMG." The book is presented not as a historical account, but as a buyer's guide for the highly collectible and expensive Colt Thompson SMG. It details how to inspect these firearms to identify potential issues before purchase, a focus not heavily covered in other Thompson literature. The review highlights the book's value for anyone looking to invest in a Colt Thompson, emphasizing its thoroughness in a niche and costly market.

This video is a book review of Paul Scarlata's work on the German Gewehr 88 "Commission" Rifle. The reviewer, who admits to not being an expert on older German bolt actions, found the book to be highly informative, helping them identify various stamps and understand the rifle's development and manufacturing history. The review encourages viewers interested in the Gewehr 88 to purchase the book for their own education, providing an Amazon link. The specific rifle discussed has a 1890 dated Loewe receiver and a Turkish rear sight.

This video provides a detailed book review of "VIS Radom: A Study and Photographic Album of Poland's Finest Pistol" by William J. York. The reviewer highlights the Radom pistol's historical significance, noting its use by Polish forces, the German Wehrmacht, and underground resistance. The book is described as an essential resource for anyone interested in the pistol's history and evolution. The reviewer advises viewers to purchase the book soon, as specialized publications like this often go out of print quickly, leading to a price increase.