American Firearms: An Histology Of American Gunsmiths, Arms Manufacturers And Patentees With Detailed Description Of Their Arms

American Firearms: An Histology Of American Gunsmiths, Arms Manufacturers And Patentees With Detailed Description Of Their Arms is a comprehensive book that explores the history of American firearms. Written by Stephen VanRensselaer, the book delves into the lives and works of American gunsmiths, arms manufacturers, and patentees, providing detailed descriptions of their firearms.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of American firearms history. The first chapter provides an overview of the development of firearms in America, from the early colonial period to the present day. Subsequent chapters explore the work of individual gunsmiths, manufacturers, and patentees, including Samuel Colt, John Browning, and Oliver Winchester.Throughout the book, VanRensselaer provides detailed descriptions of the firearms produced by these individuals, including their design, construction, and performance. He also discusses the impact of these firearms on American history, from the role they played in the Civil War to their use in the Wild West.Overall, American Firearms: An Histology Of American Gunsmiths, Arms Manufacturers And Patentees With Detailed Description Of Their Arms is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American firearms. With its detailed descriptions and insightful analysis, the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of American gunsmiths and their creations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.