Guns of the old west fall 2017 porter turret rifle. The actual recognized span of the true american frontier period spans 1607 to 1912. Shooting lever guns of the old west book by mike venturino. People back then had a wide variety of choices, just as we do today. Such books are worth their weight in lead to researchers and collectors. That old west period, which ended officially in 1890, saw gun design and manufacture improve dramatically, such that the taming of the west could be accomplished with grit and determination, and also with reliable firearms. From lever actions and rolling block rifles to singleaction sixguns built for speed, there are plenty of old west replica guns hitting the market in 2015. Oct 01, 2008 jeff coopers guns of the old west is almost like a series of longer magazine articles about the famous shooting irons of the western frontier. Mike again has put his vast knowledge and years of experience in shooting all types of lever action rifles from the old west. Although the exact definition of what constitutes an antique firearm varies between countries, the advent of smokeless powder or the start of the boer war are often used as cutoff dates. Guns of the old west is considered his greatest work.
Guns of the old west and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Originally written in the 1950s, guns of the old west is a factual account of the guns used during, and after, one of the most romanticized and often misconstrued periods in american history. I have chosen to start with the colt paterson, the first practical multipleshot revolver using a percussion cap to ignite the powder shooting a round lead ball. Guns of the old west digital subscription 1 year digital. This list showcases firearms that adhere to the myth period of the wild west that is, those guns seen during the span romanticized by hollywood films and other media. Shooting lever guns of the old west, softbound book, by. Firearm guide books, like their subject, can be useful tools in the proper hands. Nov 01, 2004 that old west period, which ended officially in 1890, saw gun design and manufacture improve dramatically, such that the taming of the west could be accomplished with grit and determination, and also with reliable firearms. From shooting the originals by winchester and marlin, as. This excellent book guns of the old west by charles edward chapel is a classic and collectors item. Three whole chapters are dedicated to the rise and fall of the famous deringer pistol. Antique firearms are usually collected because of their historical interest.
This was originally published in 1961 by the author but it. In my opinion, a better title for the book would be, gunsmithing guns of the old west, volume 1. Charles edward chapel definitive, scrupulously researched work not only tells the dramatic story of shoulder arms, hand guns, percussion and cartridge weapons but also describes the hunters, settlers, peace officers. Vintage trapping magazines paperback by russ carmen fox,muskrat general trapping. Although there is a fair amount of material available on handguns used by the texas rangers in the old west a major story interest of mine, information on the other weapons they used is more scarce. Guns of the old west subscription athlon outdoor store.
A sleek, futuristic singleshot rifle offering breeching strength beyond the needs of the days cartridges debuted just as the repeating rifle was brushing them aside in military and civilian arms decisions. Lots of facts and information but perhaps missing a bit of filler information, anecdotes and human interest, etc that would have made this into the perfect book. A thoroughly researched book that details the history of the lever guns of the old west, as well as their modern replicas. The title of this book is shooting lever guns of the old west and it was written by mike venturino, venturino illustrator, mike and yvonne illustrator. Here are some of the beautiful old west books that have passed through my hands. Old west gun shop firearms sales and service since 1983. It covers a wide array of firearms, from the smallest of hideaway pistols the derringer to the largest of colts singleaction revolvers, the more recent mauser broomhandle, and the colt 1911 auto. Written by one of the foremost firearms experts of the twentieth century, charles edward chapels guns of the old west is an exhaustively researched document that not only boasts a significant collection of antique western guns, but also categorizes the firearms into easytoreference sections. Mar 27, 2015 top 4 classic old west replica guns offered in 2015 from lever actions and rolling block rifles to singleaction sixguns built for speed, there are plenty of old west replica guns hitting the market in 2015. Firearms played an important role on the american frontier.
One of the nations most active gun writers, he published nearly a dozen books on the subject. For serious students of the history of western firearms the guns used during the time of the. There are some lovely pictures of old west 1866 to 1916 firearms on these 267 pages, but this is no traditional coffeetable book for gun lovers. It is certainly true today that firearms are associated with the old west more than with any other era of american history. Starting with an introductory chapter on the origins of guns and their earliest uses on the. Part one is an overview of lever action rifle designs originally introduced in the old west. When i found a copy of george markhams guns of the wild west at a local used book store, i figured it would be a typical largelyfluff piece with. There could be a number of starting points for a story on handguns of the old west. New listing guns of the old west by jeff cooper vintage book. Step back in time as we take a look at the interesting, but very flawed. Progressives might not want to look to the old west for. An illustrated guide charles edward chapel on amazon.
This book is invaluable for the cowboy action shooter. People were allowed to own guns, and everyone did own guns in the west, for the most part, says winkler. Pages in category guns of the american west the following 59 pages are in this category, out of 59 total. Firearms of the american frontier, 18491917 george markham on. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. This span typically ranges from 1783 to 1920 and is also known as the old west. Guns of the old west by chapel, charles edward and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. An antique firearm is a term to describe a firearm that was designed and manufactured prior to the beginning of the 20th century. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. If youre interested in a book on this subject, you already probably see a lot of beauty in these old guns. But theres no real rhyme nor reason to the book, very little structure. Rifles, shotguns, and knives in the old west shotdoc home. When i found a copy of george markhams guns of the wild west at a local used book store, i figured it would be a typical largelyfluff piece with some general history and nice photos. Guns of the wild west book by bruce wexler official publisher.
Guns of the wild west brings the nations westward expansion and growing need for weaponry to life in an illustrated guide to the history of american firearms. Gunsmithing guns of the old west gunsmithing by david. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. It was published by krause publications and has a total of 448 pages in the book. An illustrated guide dover military history, weapons, armor charles edward chapel. Published in 2008, arming the west is, as it selfdescribes, a fresh new look at the guns that were actually carried on the frontier. This book presents the reader with repair information and takedown instructions that will help to fill in some of the blank spaces about the original weapons. Readers interested in the gunsmithing of rifles and shotguns arent as fortunate. Find guns of the old west by chapel, charles edward at biblio. Gun control is as old as the old west history smithsonian. And as much as guns of the old west is an encyclopedic reference manual, its also fascinating historical literature that frames the world in which these guns were used.
Shooting lever guns of the old west by mike venturino. Step back in time as we take a look at the interesting, but very flawed porter turret rifle which saw limited use during the civil war. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Throw in well researched and documented information on reloading black powder and smokeless loads in each caliber for the various lever guns and you have one of the most comprehensive books on classic lever guns.
You wont see all your favorite men, women, and guns on this list. Top 4 classic old west replica guns offered in 2015. Each of these firearms are not only significant guns of the american west, they belonged to some of the most famous and infamous frontiersmen and women, soldiers, and icons who forged the american west both in myth and reality a west we nostalgically remember today. Guns of the old west is for the tens of thousands of americans involved in our fastest growing shooting sport, cowboy action shooting, the old west is as alive today as it ever was, and especially so in any number of competition shooting matches east and west, north and south, where the dress, firearms, daily routine and the match scenarios authentically recall the times of the 1800s with no. Our showroom is designed for those who are serious about old. This magazine gives attention to shooting matches, wardrobe, holsters, knives and other products and services in. The only black and white material is actually from the 19th century and includes fine period photos of people with the guns being discussed as well as old drawings and correspondence. Far from an example of successful gun control, the old west is a perfect demonstration of why gun culture is so pervasive in america, and how widespread firearm. Guns of the old west is for the tens of thousands of americans involved in our fastest growing shooting sport, cowboy action shooting, the old west is as alive today as it ever was, and especially so in any number of competition shooting matches east and west, north and south, where the dress, firearms, daily routine and the match scenarios. Buffalo guns and hunters are covered, along with martial arms of the postcivil war era.