Gun Collectors Dream Auction #83 May 2nd & 3rd TWO DAYS - NO RESERVES - 1200 LOTS!
Lot 1267:
Description
This lot features a collection of 4 softcover volumes focused on the history, design, and gunsmithing of single-shot rifles. The titles included are Single Shot Rifles and Actions by Frank de Haas, edited by John T. Amber; More Single Shot Rifles and Actions by Frank de Haas; Mr. Single Shot’s Gunsmithing – Idea Book by Frank de Haas; and The Breech-Loading Single-Shot Rifle by Major Ned H. Roberts and Kenneth L. Waters. These quarto-sized reference works contain technical drawings, sectional views, and photographs. The books cover a wide range of obsolete and sporting single-shot actions, providing construction features and gunsmithing instructions.
Condition report:
The books are in used condition with wear consistent with reference use. All volumes show shelf wear to the edges and corners, along with surface toning and foxing. Single Shot Rifles and Actions shows more significant rubbing and minor losses at the spine and top edge. No dust jackets are present.
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