<b>Over 450,000 copies sold and in circulation! Here's why:</b><ul><li><br><br><br><br><b>Identification</b>: Over 4,000 antique American firearm models and variants extensively described with all marks and specifications necessary for quick identification. <li><br><br><br><br><b>Values</b>: Over 4,000 individually priced firearms. Full information on how to assess values based on demand, rarity and conditions. <li><br><br><br><br><b>Illustrations</b>: Over 1,700 large scale photographs accompany model descriptions for convenient identification. <li><br><br><br><br><b>Quick Reference</b>: An easily-understood organization, a standardized numbering system, extensive cross referencing and a comprehensive index all aid in making this book a must reference for every gun enthusiast. <li><br><br><br><br><b>Firearms History</b>: Histories of the makers with dates and locations of manufacture and quantities manufactured. <li><br><br><br><br><b>Trends in Collecting</b>: A review of the ever-changing collecting and buying patterns which have resulted in a volatile present-day collecting market.</ul>