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Vol. 1, No. 1, (Feb. 1962)
Howard, Gordon T. Chief's Gun ... or What? pp. 5-9.
Purdon, Charles J. Firearms of Canada's Mounties. pp. 10-13.
Belton, John A. The .600 Nitro-Express Cartridge. pp. 14-15.
Belton, John A. Two Experimental Pattern-14 Enfield Rifles of Note. pp. 16-18.
Clonmell General Assizes. The Irish Duel Code of Honor, 1777. pp. 20-22.
Vol. 1, No. 2. (May, 1962)
Purdon, Charles J. The Canadian Breech Loading Rifle Trials of 1866. pp. 1-5.
Molyneux, N.E.C. Mark 7 and Similar .303 Military Ammunition Identifcation for the Layman. pp. 6-9.
Howard, Gordon T. The Tower Mark. pp. 10-13.
Moisel, Carl H. Official Rifles and Muskets used by the Prussian and German Armies. pp. 14-15.
Hirst, Paul. The Production of Japanese Blades. p. 16.
Howard, Gordon T. A Cased Pair of Wogdons. p. 17.
Rowe, Brenton. A Rare Gun from Old Quebec. pp. 18-19.
Great Eastern Telegraph. A Busy Two Weeks in '66. pp. 24-25.
Vol. 1, No. 3, (Aug. 1963)
Illustrted London News. The Prussian Needle Gun and the Snider- Enfield. pp. 1-5.
Purdon, Charles J. The Peabody Rifle. pp. 6-7.
Howard, Gordon T. A Kurdish Rifle of Historical Interest. pp. 8-10.
Belton, John A. .577 Enfield Model 1853 Cartridge Variations. pp. 11-16.
Griffin, B.S. Muzzle Loaders in Bechuanaland. pp. 17-18.
Vol. 1, No. 4 (Nov. 1963)
Howard, Gordon T. The Wolfe-Holland Pistols. pp. 1-6.
Houlden, J.W. There's Danger in Damascus. pp. 7-10.
Tantum, William H. IV. Canadian Sniper Rifles. pp. 11-13.
Illustrated London News. The Gatling Battery Gun, (Mar. 23, 1867). pp. 14-16.
Belton, John A. Headstamp Potpouri Canadiana. pp. 17-20.
Gooding, S. James. Some Instructions from the Great James Purdey. pp. 20-22.
Moisel, Carl H. Official Semi-Automatic and Automatic Weapons used by the German Armies. p. 25.
Vol. 2, No. 1 (Feb. 1964)
Rowe, Brenton. A Powder Horn from the Red River Settlement. pp. 1-2.
Belton, John A. Canada's First Arsenal. pp. 3-5.
Farek, Danny J. Bayonets for No. 4 Lee Enfield Rifle. pp. 6-8.
Molson's Brewery Quebec Ltd. A Visit to the Molson's Brewery Collection of Antique Arms. pp. 9-20.
Illustrated London News. The Chassepot Rifle, March 23, 1867. pp. 21-24.
Vol. 2, No. 2 (May, 1964)
Osipoff, Fred. Almighty Voice's Rifle. pp. 33-37.
Gooding, S. James. Soper's Patent No. 446. pp. 38-39.
Lecuyer, Bernard. An Australian Bayonet. p. 40.
Wolf, Paul J. Further Light on a Powder Tester. pp. 41-42.
Lecuyer, Bernard. The Arquebusier: 1765. pp. 43-52.
McAfee, Robert. Some American Gunsmiths from Canada - 1850. p. 53.
Balnagown. The .28-1906 Ross. pp. 54-55.
Howard, Gordon T. An All-metal Pistol and a Lesson. pp. 56-57.
Vol. 2, No. 3, (Aug. 1964)
Howard, Gordon T. Trade Guns of the North West Co. pp. 65-74.
Lecuyer, Bernard. Powder Testing-A Historic Method. p. 74.
Talbot, A. G. The Acadia Powder Company. pp. 75-79.
Sterett, Larry S. Single Shot Rifles of the Boer War. pp. 80-87.
Halsey, Ashley jr. Happy Coincidence. pp. 88-89.
Vol. 2, No. 4 (Nov. 1964)
Gooding, S. James. British Artillery. pp. 101-125.
Vol. No. 1 (Feb. 1965)
Baird, Donald. Shooters' Accessories of the Alaskan Indians. pp. 3-8.
Saturday Globe. James Paris Lee. pp. 9-21.
Balnagown. What was Good about the Ross. pp. 22-24.
Lecuyer, Bernard. A Twenty-Two Pound Charleville. pp. 25-27.
Bell, William Douglas. Obituary. p. 28.
British Ordnance: Muzzle Stopper c.1800 (Walter Zacharchuk).
Vol. 3, No. 2 (May 1965)
Demeritt, Dwight B. Jr. The Evans Manufacturing Company and their Canadian Agent. pp. 39-59.
Howard, Gordon T. Wolfe and the Brown Bess. pp. 60-61.
Hanson, Charles E. Jr. A Forgotten Item of Canadian Commerce. pp. 62-63.
Houlden, J.W. The Banded .303's. pp. 64-65.
British Ordnance. An unidentifed marker. (John E. Green).
Vol. 3, No. 3, (Aug. 1965)
Gooding, S. James. John Grainger's Patent. pp. 73-76.
Talbot, A. G. The Hamilton Powder Co., Before & After. pp. 77-84.
McAfee, Robert. Notes on the Sopers. p. 85.
Hunter, Keith. Rayburn & Stubbs. pp. 86-88.
Marston, Wm. P. Billheads. pp. 90-91.
Howard, Gordon T. The "Montreal Police" Carbine. pp. 92-96.
Gooding, S. James. Batchelor & Costen, Montreal. p. 97.
British Ordnance. Pyrotechny, Military (Royal Engineers). Vol. 3, No. 3, p. 98; Some More Canadian Gunsmiths. (Ken Gilbert). p. 99.
Vol. 3, No. 4 (Nov. 1965)
Tantum, William H. IV. Russian Sniper Rifles. pp. 109-113.
Belton, John A. Some More on the Banded .303's pp. 114-115.
Toye, H.E. Ross Rifle Catalog, 1912-1913. pp. 116-132.
Gooding, S. James. Wm. Jackson. p. 133.
Hughes, James B. Jr. A Contemporary Comment on the Minie. pp. pp. 134-136.
Vol. 4, No. 1, (Feb. 1966)
Dunning, R. W. The Match-lock of Tibet. pp. 3-4.
Osipoff, Fred. The S.P.P. 1910-28. pp. 5-11.
Sterett, Larry S. The Lisle Handy Gun. pp. 12-14.
A Conservative Pamphlet. The Ross Rifle Contract. pp. 15-17.
May, G. Hamilton. The Newfoundland Sealing Gun. pp. 18-21.
Prescott Shooting Club. Prescott Shooting Club Established 4th October, A.D., 1845. pp. 22-25.
Belton, John A. The Dominion 'Falcon' 1920-1927. pp. 25.
Gooding, S. J. The Top-Hat Cap. pp. 26-27
Vol. 4, No. 2, (May 1966)
Bridgeport Gun Implement Co. 1882 The Bridgeport Gun Implement Co. Price List. pp. 39-80.
Vol. 4, No. 3, (Aug. 1966)
Baird, Donald. The Model 1733 French Pistol; Theme & Variations. pp. 91-95.
Whitakers Journal. A Novel Gun Carriage. p. 95.
Houlden, J.W. Israel Kinney - Windsor. p. 97.
Tantum, Wm. H., IV. German Sniper Rifles. pp. 98-102.
Belton, John A. The Griffiths Cycle Corporation. pp. 103-105.
Gooding, S. J. The Traversing Platform. pp. 106-114.
Jahns, Max. Waffenhandlund des Fussvolks. 16 Jahrhndt. Plate No. 80. pp. 116-117.
Vol. 4, No. 4, (Nov. 1966)
Gooding, S.J. The Percussion Primer. pp. 127-149.
Chown, John. The Gun Sleigh. pp. 150-152.
Vol. 5, No. 1, (Feb. 1967)
McClernan, John B. The Remington Combination Pistol Shotgun. pp. 3-12.
Belton, John A. F.W. Lamplough & J.P. McNaughton. pp. 13-19.
Gooding, S. J. The Great Counterfeit Coining Case. pp. 20-28.
Sleeth, H.C. A.F. Biven, Regent St. Waterloo Place. p. 29.
Vol. 5, No. 2, (May 1967)
Gooding, S. James. The C-I-L Arms & Ammunition Museum. pp. 39-40.
Belton, John A. (ed.) Ammunition Suppliers for Canada. pp. 41-56.
Talbot, A.G. Arthur Lochead Howard. pp. 57-61.
Houlden, J. W. The Evolution of a Trade Mark. pp. 62-63.
Houlden, J. W. Defence Industries Limited. pp. 64-65.
Vol. 5, No. 3, (Aug. 1967)
Gordon, Lewis H. Jr. The British Military Blunderbuss & Musketoon. pp. 75-84.
Howard Gordon T. The Guns of Rudyard Kipling. pp. 85-87.
Houlden, J.W. The Banded .303's (Continued). pp. 88-89.
Short Shots. Artillery Sledges for Canada. p. 90.
Hughes, James B. Jr. The M.67 Waenzl in the Boer War. pp. 91-92.
George III, King of England. An Act . . . Several Laws relating to the Keeping and Carriage of Gunpowder. . . pp. 93-101
Vol. 5, No. 4, (Nov. 1967)
Gordon, Lewis H. Jr. The British Cavalry & Dragoon Pistol (Part 1). pp. 111-118.
Cope, Kenneth L. Stevens Rifle Telescopes. pp. 119-135.
Belton, John A. A Hamilton Powder Company Oddity. p. 136.
Vol. 6, No. 1, (Feb. 1968)
Baird, Donald. An 18th Century Fusil by Richard Wilson-London. pp. 3-8
Belton, John A. John Millen and Son, Montreal. p. 9.
Gordon, Lewis H. Jr. The British Cavalry & Dragoon Pistol, (Part 2). pp. 10-13.
Belton, John A. The .45 Ross Automatic Pistol Cartridge. pp. 14-15.
Cope, Kenneth L. Rupertus' Cartridge Pepperbox. p. 16.
Lewis, B.R. The Greene Carbines. pp. 17-20.
Coleman, G.E. James, & James H. Holland of Hamilton. pp. 21-24.
Vol. 6, No. 2, (May 1968)
Swayze, Nathan L. Colt Revolvers for the Canadian Cavalry. pp. 38-48.
Egles, Ross. Duellers with a Difference. pp. 49-51.
Cope, Kenneth. The Bacon Cartridge Pepperbox. pp. 52-53.
Baird, Donald. A 17th Century French-style Pistol. pp. 54-59.
Fowler, W.S. An Early .303 Blank. p. 60.
Gooding, S. J. Damaged in Post Office Fire. p. 61.
Short Shots. Letterheads and Billheads. pp. 62-63.
Chown, John. Two Photographs of Gun Sleighs. p. 64.
Vol. 6, No. 3, (Aug. 1968)
Ancram, Earl of. Description of Some Improvements in the Arms and Accoutrements of Light Cavalry. pp. 75-82.
Baird, Donald. The Flintlock Whaling Gun. pp. 83-86.
Gooding, S. James. Ketchum & Co. of Ottawa. pp. 87-100.
Vol. 6, No. 4, (Nov. 1968)
Darling, A.D. The Long Land Pattern Musket. pp. 111-119.
Egles, Ross. The British Percussion Revolver. pp. 120-133.
Vol. 7, No. 1, (Feb. 1969)
Fowler, William S. West-Can Plastic Industries Ltd. pp. 3-8.
Sterett, Larry S. The Westcan Shotshells. pp. 9-14.
Stephens, Frederick J. Some Facts about a Fake. pp. 15-17.
Cope, Kenneth L. The Japanese Type 30 Bayonet. pp. 18-19.
Chown, J. D. Whitworth, Sir Joseph 1803-1887. Description of the Whitworth System of Rifling. pp. 20-28.
Vol. 7, No. 2, (May 1969)
Darling, A.D. The Short Land Pattern Musket. pp. 39-55.
Short Shots. The Savage Revolving Fire Arms Co. (John Hintlian). pp. 56-57.
Baird, Donald. Capt. Seth's Powder Flask. p. 58.
Egles, Ross. The Emperor's Tranter. p. 59.
Belton, John A. Sir Charles Ross - The Day he Bet His Shirt - and Lost. p. 60.
Belton, John A. Sir Charles Ross - The Day He Almost Won. pp. 61-64.
Vol. 7, No. 3, (Aug. 1969)
Baird, Donald. A Saxon Horsepistol of the Revolutionary War. pp. 75-78.
Darling, A. D. The British Basket Hilted Cavalry Sword. pp. 79-96.
Chown, J. D. The British Lance. pp. 97-102.
Vol. 7, No. 4, (Nov. 1969)
Chamberlain, William H.J. The John Adams Revolver; Questions & Symbols: A Matter of Identification. pp. 111-120.
Dominion Cartridge Company. The Dominion Cartridge Company 1902 Price List. pp. 121-127.
Cope, Kenneth L. The Continental Arms Co Cartridge Pepperbox. pp. 128-130.
Belton, John A. The H.P. Davies Co. Ltd. of Toronto. p. 131.
Péladeau, Marius B. An Early Sharps Broadside. pp. 132-133.
U.S. Ordnance Dept. Report of the Board of Ordnance Officers, on Patent Small Arms Other than Repeating Pistols. p. 134.
Vol. 8, No. 1, (Feb. 1970)
Gooding, S.J. The Light 6-Pdr. of the Eighteenth Century. pp. 3-11.
Stephens, F.J. A Belgian Infantry Bayonet. p. 12.
Darling, A.D. The India Pattern Musket. pp. 13-24.
Belton, John A. Caribou Brand. pp. 25-26.
Vol. 8, No. 2, (May 1970)
Claydon, Richard T. The Traditional Pistols of Scotland. pp. 39-54.
Péladeau, Mauris B. The Robin Hood Powder Co. and The Robin Hood Ammunition Co. Swanton, Vermont. pp. 54-60.
D'Arlington, John C. The Model 1788 British Dragoon Saber. pp. 61-62.
Darling, Anthony D. A Matched Pair of British Cavalry Trooper's Pistols. pp. 63-65.
Vol. 8, No. 3, (Aug. 1970)
Darling, Anthony D. Weapons of the Highland Regiments, 1740 to 1780. pp. 75-95.
Belton, John A. The Windsor Powder Company, 1869-1880. pp. 96-97.
Gooding, S. James. James M. Jones of Chatham, "Gunsmith & Maker of the fine Derringer Pistols." pp. 98-99.
Vol. 8, No. 4, (Nov. 1970)
Blyth, Donald M. Jonathan Wood, Rifle-maker of Brantford, U.C. pp. 111-114.
Cope, Kenneth L. The Remington Zig-Zag. pp. 114-115.
Molyneux, N.E.C. A British Banded .303. pp. 116-117.
Klancher, Donald J. The Arms of the Pacific Coast Militia Rangers. pp. 118-123.
Darling, A.D. The British Infantry Hangers. pp. 124-136.
Vol. 9, No. 1, (Feb. 1971)
Darling, A.D. Staff Weapons of the British Army. pp. 3-10.
Cope, Kenneth L. The Reid Cartridge Pepperbox. pp. 11-12.
Belton, John A. Twenty-Six Canadian Gunsmsiths. pp. 13-14.
Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Catalogue of Highly Finished Arms, 1897. pp. 15-29.
Vol. 9, No. 2, (May, 1971)
Darling, Anthony D. A Late 17th Century French Military Matchlock Musket. pp. 39-48.
Dupuis, Frank J. The Ross Bayonet & Scabbard. pp. 49-56.
Belton, John A. Daniel Smith, Brownsburg, P.Q., Powdermaker. pp. 57-57.
Cope, Kenneth L. The Smith & Wessosn "New Automatiac Pistol." pp. 59-66.
Vol. 9, No. 3, (Aug. 1971)
Smith, James B. J. & J. Miller, Makers of Fine Revolving Firearms, Rochester, N.Y. pp. 75-91.
Darling, A. D. The Combination Matchlock and Wheel lock; The Montecuccoli System. pp. 92-97.
Vol. 9, No. 4 (Nov. 1971)
Wardaw, J. James., Q.C. The Capital Gains Tax and the Canadian Arms Collector. pp. 111-116.
Darling, Anthony D. The 1857 Pattern 1 Naval Rifle. pp. 117-120.
Chamberlain, W.H.J. N.W.M.P. Small Arms ... Miscellaneous Notes. pp. 121-126.
D'Arlington, Maj. John C. The Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Sabre. pp. 127-134.
Chown, John C. The Gun Sleigh, Additional Notes. pp. 135-137.
Vol. 10, No. 1, (Feb. 1972)
Egles, Ross. "To Sir Alan MacNab from the Officers & Men of Gore. pp. 3-6
Darling, Anthony D. An 18th Century Map Horn. pp. 7-14.
Webley & Scott Arms Co. The Webley-Fosbery Automatic Revolver. pp. 15-25.
Belton, John A. The 577-450 Martini Henry Manufactured by The Dominion Cartridge Factory, Quebec. pp. 26-27.
Vol. 10, No. 2, (May, 1972)
Dynes, Robert J. British Martini Bayonets. pp. 39-48.
Forman, James D. A Heart Butt Variation. pp. 49-52.
Darling, Anthony D. An 18th Century English Military Rifle. pp. 53-63.
Vol. 10, No. 3, (Aug. 1972)
Darling, Anthony D. Henry Ellis of Doncaster, An English Provincial Gunmaker. pp. 75-89.
McConnell, Duncan. Goldberg, Smith, Wesson & Deringer. pp. 90-92.
Blyth, Donald M. A Salesman's Sample Case. pp. 93-96.
Short Shots. Sporting Gun Accessories: Position Finders (S.J. Gooding). p. 97; A Proclamation Requiring the Bringing in of Arms Lately Embezelled, 1688. p. 98.
Vol. 10, No. 4, (Nov. 1972)
Belton, John A. Joseph Manton, Montreal Gunmaker. pp. 111-116.Pickering, R. A. The Plug Bayonet. pp. 117-128.
Forman, James D. Committee of Safety Muskets. pp. 129-136.
Vol. 11, No. 1 (Feb. 1973)
Forman, James D. Sea Going Pistols. pp. 3-14.
Chamberlain, W.H.J. The Battersby Presentation Sword. pp. 15-18.
Gooding, S. James. Gunmakers to the Hudson's Bay Co. pp. 19-21.
Gaines, Alan Jay. A Souvenir of Empire. pp. 22-24.
Vol. 11, No. 2 (May 1973)
Forman, James D. The British Civilian Blunderbuss. pp., 39-48.
Crook, Norman J. The British Pattern 1908 Cavalry Sword. pp. 49-56.
Belton, John A. Johns' Patent Shrapnel Shell. pp. 57-59.
Vol. 11, No. 3, (Aug. 1973)
Chandler, Nicholas L. Fisher's Gun. pp. 69-78.
Forman, James D. The Grallock Knife - A Missing Link. pp. 79-82.
Baird, Donald. His Highness Prince Rupert's Way of Making Shot; 1665. pp., 83-85.
Gaines, Alan Jay. Tatham's Indian Rifle. pp. 86-87.
Gooding, S. James. Allen's Patent Lip-fire Cartridge. pp. 88-90.
Houlden, J.W. Harkom's Patent Gunsight. pp. 91-92.
Vol. 11, No. 4 (Nov. 1973)
Forman, James D. Guns of the American Indians. pp. 105-116.
Dupuis, F. J. The MacAdam Shield Shovel. pp. 117-119.
Gooding, S. James. Orange vs. Oriental: A Case of One-upmanship. pp. 120-121.
Purdon, Charles J. A Political (?) Assassination in 1868. pp. 122-125.
Gooding, S. James. The Adams Patent "Dustbin" Cartridge. pp. 126-131.
Vol. 12, No. 1 (Feb. 1974)
Donnelly, Patrick C. Dating the Arms of Islam. pp. 3-7.
Dynes, Robert J. A German "Substitute Bayonet" of the 1914-1918 War. p. 8-9.
Hamilton, Don. F. A Highlander's Powder Horn. pp. 10-12.
Belton, John A. Maynard's 1866 & 1867 Patent Cartridges. pp. 13-18.
Forman, James D. The Rifles at King's Mountain; Muzzle Loader Vs. Breechloader. pp. 19-27.
Vol. 12, No. 2 (May 1974)
Baird, Donald. A Ketland Pistol for the American Indian Trade. pp. 39-42.
Armstrong, J.B. Manual of Arms for Sharp's Rifle, 1861. pp. 43-54.
Crook, Norman J. The First Canadian Sword: A Commission Decision (?). pp. 55-59.
Gooding, S. James. Marks of Military Ownership: No. 1, Canada. pp. 60-61.
Forman, James D. "Prosperity to Scotland and No Union." pp. 62-65.
Vol. 12, No. 3 (Aug. 1974)
Chown, John D. The Savage-Lewis with the C.E.F. pp. 75-79.
McConnell, Duncan. Shattuck's Revolvers. pp. 80-83.
Gooding, S. James. Dating the Arms of Denmark. pp. 84-87.
Forman, James D. A Sword for Cromwell and Fairfax. pp. 88-90.
Belton, John A. The Maynard "Stopper Cartridge." pp. 91-93.
Gooding, S. James. William G. & Joseph L. Rawbone of Toronto. pp. 94-98.
Vol. 12, No. 4 (Nov. 1974)
Gooding, S. James. Winchester Reloading Tools. pp. 107-121.
Forman, James D. The Gillett Gun-Belt. pp. 122-124.
Cope, Kenneth L. More on the Shattuck & Mossberg's "Unique." pp. 125-129.
Belton, John A. The Snider-Enfield; from Consideration to Adoption, 1864-1866. pp. 130-131.
Belton, John A. The Snider-Enfield; The Mk. III Perfected Version. pp. 132-133.
Vol. 13, No. 1 (Feb. 1975)
Forman, James D. The Scottish Dirk. pp. 3-23.
Belton, John A. The .280 Booth, Fact or Fiction. pp. 24-27.
Vol. 13, No. 2 (May 1975)
Blair, Claude. Lancellote Whitelocke of York, Gunmaker. pp. 39-45.
Hack, Frances. The Pattern 1829 Light Cavalry Sword. pp. 46-49.
Forman, James D. Signal Pistol or Grenade Thrower? pp. 50-51.
Gooding, S. James. Charles Reeves & The Toledo Works of Birmingham. p. 52-55.
Crook, Norman J. A Canadian Cavalry Trooper's Sword, c. 1890. pp. 56-62.
Holden, Alan T. William C. Ruttan of Kingston, Inventor (?) pp. 63-64.
Vol. 13, No. 3 (Aug. 1975)
Gooding, S. James. Trade Guns of the Hudson's Bay Company 1670-1700. pp. 75-91.
Coakley, William D. A Horn from the Siege of Boston. p. 92-97.
Belton, John A. Winchester's Patent 1866 Cartridge. pp. 98-99.
Vol. 13, No. 4 (Nov. 1975)
Forman, James D. The Kentucky Pistol. pp. 111-119.
Schwartz, J. Stanley. A Sabre of "Les Grenadiers à Cheval." pp. 120-122.
Crook, Norman J. A Canadian Militia Sword, Pattern 1853. pp. 123-129.
Gooding, S. James. On the Marking of Canadian Arms. pp. 130-133.
Short Shots. Wilkinson's Charger. p. 134.
Product Review. The UC/LC Colt Reproduction, Navy Arms/Albion Arms. pp. 135-136.
Vol. 14, No. 1 (Feb. 1976)
Belton, John A. The Montreal Cartridge Co. pp. 3-6.
Dynes, Robert J. British Bayonet Manufacture, 1884. pp. 7-12.
Tobin Arms Manufacturing Co. Ltd. Tobin Simplex Guns. pp. 13-29.
Vol. 14, No. 2 (May 1976)
Dupuis, Frank J. The Huot Automatic Rifle. pp. 39-52.
Egles, Ross. Canadian Indian Treaty Guns. pp. 53-60.
Vol. 14, No. 3 (Aug. 1976)
Forman, James D. The Battle of Long Island. pp. 71-92.
Kraidman, Gary. James Willmore of London, Gunmaker. pp. 92-99.
Vol. 14, No. 4 (Nov. 1976)
Hamilton, Don. F. A Survivor of the Third Battalion, 1st Guards of Foot. pp. 107-112.
Crook, Norman J. A Scottish Basket-Hilted Backsword, c.1760. pp. 113-117.
Baird, Donald. Notes on the U.S. Ship Musket Model 1795. pp. 118-119.
Forman, James D. A Revolving Blunderbuss from Ireland. pp. 120-121.
Houlden, James W. Epilogue to 90 Years of Cartridge Manufacture in Canada. pp. 122-128.
Gooding, S. James. Gun Collectors in Canada Celebrate 25th Anniversary. p. 129.
Vol. 15, No. 1 (Feb. 1977)
Bouchard, Russel. The Trade Gun in New France, 1690-1760. pp. 3-12.
Ross, David. A Hudson's Bay Company Officer's Sword. pp. 13-16.
Baird, Donald. No Skirmish too Small to Commemorate. pp. 17-21.
Complin, Derek V. A Bayonet Conversion. pp. 22-24.
Vol. 15, No. 2 (May 1977)
Caruana, Adrian B. British Artillery Design in the 18th Century. pp. 35-43.
Crook, Norman J. Canadian Swords with "Gothic" Hilts. pp. 44-53.
Phillips, Roger. The First Ross Rifle. pp. 54-57.
Howard, Gordon T. Gilbert Forbes: "Gunmaker in the Broad Way." pp. 58-60.
Vol. 15, No. 3 (Aug. 1977)
Blackmore, Howard L. Gorgo · Londini · fecit. pp. 71-72.
Complin, Derek V. The British L1 Series Bayonet. pp. 73-77.
McConnell, Duncan. The Lowly Cylinder Pin - Its Evolution. pp. 78-80.
Belton, John A. Pichereau à Paris: A Percussion Shotshell of c.1822. pp. 81-83.
Hamilton, Don F. An Early American Pistol. pp. 84-86.
Lederer, Paul S. Makers Marks on British Firearms. pp. 87-92.
Gooding, S. James. Swords from the Armourer's Notebook. pp. 93-95.
Vol. 15, No. 4 (Nov. 1977)
Forman, James D. The Hessian & His Musket. pp. 107-123.
Sterett, Larry S. The Union Fire Arms Company of Toledo. pp. 124-132.
Vol. 16, No. 1 (Feb. 1978)
Gooding, S. James. Laws for Arms Collectors: Canada, 1978; Bill C-51, Registration; Bill C-33, National Treasures. pp. 3-7.
Caruana, Adrian B. Artillery Sledges & Gun Sleighs in North America, 1778-1783. pp. 8-13.
Vogt, Stuart G. Consider the Enfield Bullet. pp. 14-19.
Oborne, J. Ross. The Snow Horn. pp. 20-21.
Baird, Donald. Twin Fowling Pieces from Colonial New England. pp. 22-24.
Vol. 16, No. 2 (May 1978)
Howard, Gordon T. The British Naval and Coastguard Percussion Pistols. pp. 35-39.
Belton, John A. T. Trench Berney's Patent Spiral Wire Cartridge, 1839. pp. 40-42.
Crook, Norman J. The Royal Canadian Air Force Sword. pp. 43-45.
Caruana, Adrian B. British Artillery Drill of the 18th Century. pp. 46-60.
Vol. 16, No. 3 (Aug. 1978)
Crook, Norman J. Retailer's Marks on the Blades of Canadian Officers' Swords. pp. 71-83.
Baird, Donald. An 18th Century Rampart Gun from Zuylen Castle. pp. 84-90.
Paine, Jeff. The Lancaster Shell Gun. pp. 91-94.
Berkovitch, Barry M. Arms Terminology of the Cape Pioneers. pp. 95-96.
Short Shots. H. Watrous Broadside. (J.A. Belton). Vol. 16, No. 3, p. 97.
Vol. 16, No. 4 (Nov. 1978)
Caruana, Adrian B. British Production of Brass Ordnance, 1780. pp. 107-118.
Tillinghast, James C. Firearms & Ammunition Advertising Covers: Canadian. pp. 119-125.
Gooding, S. James. Loading Levers for English Percussion Revolvers. pp. 126-132.
Vol. 17, No. 1 (Feb. 1979)
Malcolm, William. A Short History of the Rifle Telescopes. pp. 3-13.
Purdon, Charles J. Canada's Armoured Train No. 1. pp. 14-18.
Lederer, Paul S. Anatomy of a Duelling Pistol. pp. 19-24.
Vol. 17, No. 2 (May 1979)
Caruana, Adrian B. The Artillery Gin. pp. 35-40.
Donnelly, Patrick C. The Long Chamber Martini-Henry Trials of 1869. pp. 41-45.
Belton, John A. The "Mousqueton des Cent Gardes" Cartridge. pp. 46-48.
Crook, Norman J. Proof Marks on Officers' Blades. pp. 49-56.
Gooding, S. James. Costen & Co., St. James St.. pp. 57-59.
Vol. 17, No. 3, (Aug. 1979)
Bondarenko, Kon & Bouchard, Russel. "The Imperial" Line of Hudson's Bay Company Trade Guns. pp. 71-85.
Crook, Norman J. A Canadian Grenadier Officer's Sabre. pp. 86-89.
Forman, James D. Relics of Culloden. pp. 90-94.
Coakley, William D. A Royal Artillery Priming Horn Dated 1779. pp. 95-96.
Vol. 17, No. 4 (Nov. 1979)
Gooding, S. James. Pellets, Tubes and Caps: The Percussion Primer, Part II. pp. 107-125.
McConnell, Duncan, More About Suicide Specials. pp. 126-128.
Crook, Norman J. A Canadian Sword of Engineer Officers Pattern 1857. pp. 129-133.
Vol. 18, No. 1 (Feb. 1980)
Caruana, Adrian B. The Introduction of the Block Trial Carriage. pp. 3-16.
Eakin, Joyce L. The U.S. Ordnance Department Papers, Part 1: Ordnance Memoranda, 1863-1885. pp. 17-20.
Gooding, S. James. Articles of Apprenticeship between Richard Glynn and Philo Soper Dated November 24, 1859. pp. 21-26.
Vol. 18, No. 2 (May 1980)
Lederer, Paul S. English "Trade" Pistols. pp. 43-49.
Crook, Norman J. A Rifle Corps Sword of the Prince Edward Island Volunteers. pp. 50-56.
Eakin, Joyce L. The U.S. Ordnance Department Papers, Part 2, Ordnance Notes, 1873-1884. pp. 57-65.
Caruana, Adrian B. The Light 3 Pounder of William Congreve. pp. 66-70.
Vol. 18, No. 3 (Aug. 1980)
Arms & Explosives. The London Gun Trade, 1850-1900. pp. 79-85.
Caruana, Adrian B. On the Aiming of Artillery. pp. 86-94.
Koppinger, M. L. French Trade Gun or Officer's Fusil? pp. 95-97.
Lake, William R. Distinguishing Marks of Various Colours: British Small Arms Ammunition. pp. 98-100.
Short Shots. The Pilgrim. (D.M. Blyth) Vol. 18, No. 3, p. 100.
Crook, Norman J. A Note on the Viking Sword. pp. 101-105.
Vol. 18, No. 4 (Nov. 1980)
Lederer, Paul S. A Pre-1788 Light Dragoon Sabre. pp. 115-117.
Crook, Norman J. Regulations for the Marking and Preservation of Arms Issued to Corps of Colonial Volunteers. pp. 118-124.
Lake, William R. The Rice-Merrill Extractor for Headless Cartridge Cases. pp. 125-127.
Gooding, S. James. Guns and Shooting, 1875. pp. 128-135.
Vol. 19, No. 1 (Feb. 1981)
Pinti, Paolo. The Italian Hunting Bayonet. pp. 3-8.
Chown, John D. Case Shot for the 9-Pdr. M.L.R. pp. 9-13.
Lederer, Paul S. An Anglo-American Underhammer Pistol. pp. 14-16.
Gooding, S. James. B.G.I. and Eureka Gun Implements Catalog. pp.17-26.
Chown, John D. Marks of Military Ownership, No. 2, Canada. p. 27.
Vol. 19, No. 2 (May 1981)
Howard, Gordon T. Logement aux Galeries du Louvre. pp. 39-45.
Crook, Norman J. The Swords with the Cross-Eyed Lion. pp. 46-49.
Caruana, Adrian B. John Muller's Treatise on Artillery. pp. 50-56.
Gooding, S. James. Canadian Gunmakers, Update '81. pp. 57-61.
Vol. 19, No. 3 (Aug. 1981)
Caruana, Adrian B. The Vandenburgh Volley Gun. pp. 71-79.
Baird, Donald. Gunspalls and the Cock-Jaw Basin in British Military Flintlocks. pp. 80-86.
Gooding, S. James. The Holland Gun Experiment. pp. 87-92.
Lederer, Paul S. One More Underhammer Pistol. pp. 93-94.
Short Shots. The Early Bullet Swage. (S.J. Gooding). pp. 95-97.
Vol. 19, No. 4 (Nov. 1981)
Belton, John A. The Maynard Model 1873 Cartridge. pp. 107-122.
Crook, Norman J. Scottish Officers' Swords of Pattern 1865. pp. 123-129.
Chamberlain, W.H.J. War Surplus-1919. p. 130.
Vol. 20, No. 1 (Feb. 1982)
Keeble, K. Corey. Sixteenth Century German Close Helmets in the Royal Ontario Museum. pp. 3-10.
Forman, James D. Evolution of the Sgian Dubh. pp. 11-21.
Belton, John A. Eley's Patent Improvement for the Coiled (Boxer) Cartridge. pp. 22-23.
Vol. 20, No. 2 (May, 1982)
Lotbiniere, Seymour de. Fixing a Gunflint: Which is the Right Way Up? pp. 35-41.
Darling, Anthony D. A Rare English Sword from Plymouth Colony. pp. 42-56.
Lederer, Paul S. More English "Trade" Pistols. pp. 57-61.
Short Shots. Hitchcock, Muzzy and Co. (S. J. Gooding). pp. 59-61.
Vol. 20, No. 3 (Aug. 1982)
Lederer, Paul S. The Transition Revolver. pp. 71-76.
Caruana, Adrian B. Albert Borgard and British Artillery of 1675-1725. pp. 77-94.
Belton, John A. Notes on Some Canadian Gunsmiths. pp. 95-99.
Vol. 20, No. 4 (Nov. 1982)
Taylor, Dean G. Nicolas-Noël Boutet and the Manufacture of Arms at Versailles. pp. 107-126.
Graves, Donald E. A Note on British Field Artillery Equipments of the War of 1812. pp. 127-129.
Gooding, S. James. The Bullard Line of Cartridges. pp. 130-133.
Vol. 21, No. 1 (Feb. 1983)
Caruana, A.B. Ammunition for British Small Arms, 1867-1868, Part 1, Paper. p. 3-10
Lederer, Paul S. A Pattern 1860 Enfield of The Prince Edward Island Volunteers. p. 11-14
Gooding, S. J. Instructions for Guidance of Sergeant Instructors of Militia & Volunteers. p. 15-21
Olmstead, Edwin H. Dolphins and Mythical Monsters. p. 22-25
Vol. 21, No. 2, (May, 1983)
Chartrand, René, The 1856 Marking of Canadian Volunteer Militia Weapons. p. 39-46
Keeble K. Corey, p. 47-50 A Greenwich Anime in the R.0.M.
Graves, Donald E. p. 51-60 Louis De Tousard and His "Artillerists Companion;" Source Material for Napoleonic Period Ordnance.
Caruana, A.B. p. 61-64 Ammunition for British Small Arms, 1867-1868, Part 2, Metallic.
Vol. 21, No. 3 (Aug. 1983)
Blackmore, Howard L. p. 75-94 Development of the Wheel or Turret Revolving Firearms.
Caruana, Adrian B. p. 95-100 Sir Thomas Blomefield and the Blomefield System of Ordnance.
Harris, Anthony F. p. 101-102 The Martini-Henry "Implement, Action."
Vol. 21, No.4 (Nov. 1983)
Lederer, Paul S. p. 115-117 The Other Kerr - The Center Fire Revolver.
Chartrand, René, p. 118-119 Arms For Prince Edward Island Volunteers, c.l860.
Gooding, S. James, p. 120 An Undiscovered English Patent by Samuel Colt.
Holmer, Paul L. p. 121-124 An English "Trade" Pistol with a Military Provenance.
Tillinghast, James C. p. 125-130 Bullard Reloading Tools.
Caruana, Adrian B. p. 131-137 The Identification of British Muzzle Loading Artillery, Part 1, The Designers.
Vol. 22, No. 1 (Feb. 1984)
Capon, Alan R. p. 3-6 Happy Birthday Jim Houlden.
Chown, John D. p. 7-10 The 1855 "D" Hilt Canadian Artillery Sword.
Lederer, Paul S. p. 11-12 A Flintlock Pistol with the Trade Mark of the East India Company.
Caruana, A. B. p. 13-19 The Identification of British Muzzle Loading Artillery, Part 2, The Piece.
Keeble, K. Corey, p. 20-21. An Italian Sallet in The Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto.
Gooding, S. James, p. 22-24. Wheeler's Patent Reloading Tool.
Vol. 22, No. 2 (May, 1984)
Gooding, S. James, p. 39-45 The Utility Sword: A new sword type with a Hudson's Bay Company association,
Graves, Donald E. p. 46-48 The Armstrong Battery at Halifax.
Lederer, Paul S. p. 49-50 Serial Numbers & Statistics.
Karklins, Karlis, p. 51-59 The Gunflint Industry at Brandon.
Evans, John W. p. 60-64 The Bow & Quiver Design: Some observations on the engraving of French trade gun furniture.
Vol. 22, No. 3 (Aug. 1984)
Von Epp, David E. p. 79-88 Samurai Steel . . . Nihon To.
Belton, John A. p. 89-92 The D. C. Co. Vulcan Shotshell, 1900-1906
Howard, Gordon T. p. 93-97 Some Observations on the Dog-Lock: And on one in particular.
Caruana, Adrian B. p. 98-104 An Introduction to British Artillery of the late XVII and early XVIII Century.
Vol. 22, No. 4 (Nov. 1984)
Chown, John D. Chown, p. 119-125 Palmanary Grenades.
Suydam, Charles R. p. 126-127 Another Plug for a Flintlock Pan.
Belton, John A. p. 128-129 Edward Jones' Patent and the Westley Richards Company.
Lederer, Paul S. p. 130-132 The P.1845
Sword Bayonet: Sappers & Miners, East India Co.
Schuyler, Hartley & Graham, p. 133-140 Catalogue of Munitions of War, 1873.
Caruana, Adrian B. p. 141-142 The British
Board of Ordnance in the l7th Century.
Vol. 23, No. 1 (Feb. 1985)
Graves, Donald E. p. 3-10 Booty! Canada's W.W. I Trophy Collection.
Caruana, Adrian B. The Parts of a Gun. p. 11-I7
Russell, Raymond R. p. 18-24 Satterlee's Gun Catalogs: Whitney Arms Co.
Eddison, A. and Ronald, Henry, p. 25-28 English Express Cartridges.
Vol. 23, No. 2 (May, 1985)
Bara, Jana L. p. 43-49 Russian Artillery.
Lederer, Paul S. p. 50-52 The Martial Tranter Revolver.
Gooding, S. James, p. 53-58 Good Guns-Fake Marks.
Belton, John A. p. 59 W. W. Greener's Montreal "Depot."
Howard, Gordon T., p. 60-62 The Key Gun.
Vol. 23, No. 3 (Aug. 1985).
Taylor, Dean G. p. 79-86 The Pocket Pistols of N.N. Boutet.
Witt, Otto C. p. 87-93 Headstamps of the .38 Special.
Lederer, Paul S. p. 94-96 Tranter Salon Pistols.
Russell, Raymond R. p. 97-100 John J. Tower Catalog, 1872.
Vol. 23, No. 4 (Nov. 1985).
Ritchie, E. Lucy, p. 115-121 Dating the Pre-Land and Land Pattern Muskets.
Lederer, Paul S. p. 122-l24 English Copies of Smith & Wesson Tip-Up Revolvers.
Gooding, Joyce Eakin, p. 125-128 The U.S.Ordnance Department Papers. Part 3: Construction Notes, 1882-1914.
Caruana, Adrian B. p. 129-136 The Carronade Gun.
Satterlee's Gun Catalogs, p. 137
Vol. 24, No. 1 (Feb. 1986)
Boehm, Uwe-Peter & Besch, E. W. GR Marked Muskets: A Study Showing how Hessians and Their Weapons Served Both Sides During the American Revolution. p. 3-9.
Lederer, Paul S. Gun Registration in Ireland. p. 10-12.
Kittredge & Co., Colt's New Line of Fine Revolvers. p. 13-26.
Vol. 24, No. 2 (May, 1986)
Darling, Anthony D. & Brooks, Jane, pp, 43-53. A Regimentally-Marked Mid l8th Century British Infantry Sword in the Concord Antiquarian Museum.
Gooding, S. James pp, 54-64. Percussion Cap and Primer Makers from 1805.
Vol. 24, No. 3 (August)
Poppensiek, Neil A. Diderot: On the Manufacture of the French Small Sword. p. 79-87.
Capon, Alan R. Dating Dominion Cartridge Co. and C-I-L Ammunition. p. 88-92.
Caruana, Adrian B. The Armstrong/Blakely Controversy. p. 93-97.
Lederer, Paul S. Serial Numbers: Coincidence or ? p. 98-99.
Vol. 24, No. 4 (Nov. 1986)
Chartrand, René, American Breech-Loading Firearms in the Canadian Service, 1866-1872. p. 115-122.
Lederer, Paul S. The Piddington-Spirlet Self Extraction Revolver Design. p. 123-126.
Darling, Anthony D. A Relic of the First Raising (1757-63) of Fraser's Highlanders? p. 127-129.
Arms Collecting Index, Vol. 21-24, 1983-1986, p. 140-146
Vol. 25, No. 1 (Feb. 1987)
Forman, James D. The Scottish Regimental Dirk. p. 3-16.
Carver, James W. Carver's Hunting and Target Sights. p. 17-22.
Lederer, Paul S. J. R. Cooper's Experimental Box Lock Percussion Musket. p. 23-26.
Cope, Kennneth L. Frankenau's Purse Revolver. p. 27-28.
Vol. 25, No. 2 (May, 1987)
Peladeau, Marius B. The U.S. Dragoon Manual of 1837. p. 43-5l.
Forman, James D. A Further Note on the Scottish Regimental Dirk. p. 52-53.
Lederer, Paul S. A Converted New Land Pattern Pistol. p. 54-56.
Blyth, Donald M. Glass Target Balls of Canadian Manufacture. p. 57-60.
Webster, Donald B. Spencer Rifle Epilogue: Out of the Mud. p. 61-65.
Vol. 25, No. 3 (Aug. 1987)
Taylor, G. Dean, The Versailles General Officers' Pistol p. 79-90.
Lederer, Paul S. A Bayonet of the Royal Canadian Rifles. p. 91-92.
Satterlee Catalog, F. Wesson, Worcester, Mass., c.<|>1872. p. 93-95.
Jonah, Harold R. A Board of Ordnance Conversion. p. 96-97.
Vol. 25, No. 4 (Nov. 1987)
The Arms Collecting Quarter Century Lecture
Rimer, Graeme The Royal Armouries: Past and Present p. 111-124.
Rimer, Graeme, The Typology of 17th Century Flint-locks in the Popham Armoury at Littlecote House. p. 122-123.
Caruana, Adrian B. Iron Mortars in 1812. p. 125-130.
Lederer, Paul S. The "Hollis & Sheath" Adams Revolver. p. 131-133.
Vol. 26, No. 1 (Feb. 1988)
ROYAL ARMOURIES ISSUE
Wilson, Guy M. Some Important Snap Matchlock Guns. p. 3-10.
Barter-Bailey, Sarah, A Sword by Charles Bibb and Pistols by Durs Egg Purchased by the Chevelier D'Eon 1768, 1774. p. 11-14.
Moyle, Nicola C. Birmingham or Woodstock? A Case Study of a Small-sword with a Cut-steel Hilt. p. 15-18.
Blackmore, Howard L, La Chaumette's Breechloaders; "A Gun for a Golden Age." p. 19-24.
Richardson, Thom. The Buff Coats at Littlecote House. p. 25-31.
Volume 26, No. 2 (May, 1988)
Belton, John A. Cooey Firearms Made in Canada 1919-1979. p. 51-64.
Caruana, Adrian B. The British 8-inch Howitzer. p. 65-68.
Lederer, Paul S. William Smith's Patent Flintlock. p. 69-71.
Short Shots, Winchester Barrel Reflector. (S.J. Gooding) p. 72.
Vol. 26, No. 4 (Nov. 1988)
Cope, Kenneth L. Colt Cloverleaf and Round Cylinder House Pistols: A Survey. p. 119-122.
Caruana, Adrian B. The Cohorn Mortar. p. 123-125.
Roller, James P. Samuel Smith's Patent Imperial Cap & Nipple. p. 126-127.
Lederer, Paul S. A Note on Two British Naval Dirks. p. 128-130.
N.Y. Supreme Court, The Marlin Firearms Co., Plaintiff. p. 131-138.
Short Shots, Mud in the Trenches, 1914. (J.E. Gooding); Patterns, Marks and Designations. (J.D. Chown). p. 139.
Vol. 27, No. 1 (Feb. 1989)
Blackmore, Howard L. General Claude Martin, Master Gunmaker. p. 3-12.
Caruana, Adrian B. Victorian Ordnance, Part I: The Smoothbore Gun. p. 13-16.
Illustrated London News, 13 Oct. 1855. The School of Musketry at Hythe. p. 17-20.
Lederer, Paul S. A Further Note on the Canadian Colt Navy Model 1851. p. 21-25.
Vol. 27, No. 2 (May, 1989)
Darling, A. D. & Moller, G. D. GR Marked Muskets: Historic Doubts of the Hessian Association. p. 39-46.
Caruana, Adrian B. Victorian Ordnance, Part II: The Rifled Tube Gun. p. 47-52.
Gagné, Pierre, W. W. Greener's Exhibit at Chicago Exhibition, 1893. p. 53-56.
Vol. 27, No. 3 (Aug. 1989)
Lewis, Michael H. Joseph Finch of New York City, Gunmaker. p. 75-80.
Keeble, K. Corey, The New Arms & Armor Gallery at the Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto. p. 81-88.
Stephen B. Cook, M.D., The Mohawk Manufacturing Suicide Special. p. 89.
Gooding, Joyce Eakin. The U.S. Ordnance Department Papers Part 4: Pamphlets, etc. Descriptive of Guns, Carriages, 1905-1924. p. 90-95.
Vol. 27, No. 4 (Nov. 1989)
Donnelly, Patrick C. Arms of the U.S. Naval Expedition to the Holy Land in 1847. p. 111-115.
Lewis, Michael H. The New York City Gun Trade, 1775-1852. p. 116-124.
Cook, Stephen B. The Rome Revolver Works' Suicide Special. p. 125-126.
Lederer, Paul S. A Rook and Rabbit Rifle by Wm. Tranter. p. 127-128.
Vol. 28, No. 1 (Feb. 1990)
Darling, Anthony D. A British Grenadier's Scimitar of the 18th Century. p. 3-8.
Breakey, P.M.R. British Military Sight Cramps; Their Origins & Design. p. 9-10.
Caruana, Adrian B. Tin Case-Shot in the 18th Century. p. 11-17.
Lederer, Paul S. The Webley- Fosbery Automatic Revolver. p. 18-20.
Short Shots. Arms, Accoutrements, and Appointments. (J.D. Chown) p. 21.
Vol. 28, No.2 (May, 1990)
Gooding, S. James. The Manual of Arms for the Matchlock Musket, 1600-1650. p. 39-51.
Hintlian, John Hoveness. Winchester Re-peating Arms Co. Catalogs, 1863-1942. p. 52-54.
Lederer, Paul S. The Pattern 1856 Yeomanry Pistol Carbine. p. 55-58.
Short Shots. The Ross Rifle in Siberia, 1918. (J. Skuce) p. 59.
Vol. 28, No. 3 (Aug. 1990)
Darling, Anthony D. A Basket-Hilted Sword of the Second Troop, Horse Grenadier Guards, c. 1750. p. 75-82.
Lederer, Paul S. Bronze Cartridge Revolvers. p. 83-85.
Howard, Gordon T.A Survey of Duelling in Canada. p. 87-93.
Vol. 28, No. 4 (Nov. 1990)
Gooding, S. James. Sarah & Richard Walker and their Capmaking Enterprises in Birmingham. p. 111-116.
Caruana, Adrian B. The Congreve Naval Gunsight. p. 117-119.
Lederer, Paul S. A Yeomanry Carbine: Condemned but not Useless. p. 120-122.
Donnelly, Partrick C. A Sword of the Second Battalion, (Frasers Highlanders), with a Signed Blade. p. 123-125.
Schoverling & Daly, The Ballard Rifle, 1877. p. 126-129.
Short Shots. A French Gun-Lock: Mechanics Magazine, May 8, 1824; Colonel Salmond's Distance Indicator: (J. D. Chown) p. 130.
Vol. 29, No. 1 (Feb. 1991)
Benn, Carl. Bombproof Powder Magazines of the War of 1812 Period in Upper Canada. p. 3-13.
Lederer, P.S. The Westley Richards Breechloading Percussion Pistol. p. 14-16.
Karklins, Karlis. French Gunflint Manufacture and the New Edinburgh Encyclopedia. p. 17-19.
Short Shots, Markings to the 63rd Regiment of Foot, 2nd Highland Battalion: (R. Chartrand); The Canadian Colt Navy; A Follow-up: (P.S. Lederer); Yet Another Note on the U-C & L-C Marked Colt Navy Revolvers: (C. M. Law). p. 20-22.
Vol. 29, No. 2 (May, 1991)
Burgoyne, John W. p.39-45. The Use of the Cavalry Pistol and a Modified Pattern 1796 at Waterloo.
Chartrand, René. General Montgomery's Sword at Quebec in 1775. p. 46-48.
Law, Clive M. The Gatling Gun in the Northwest Rebellion, 1885. p. 49-54.
Caruana, Adrian B. The Gunners' Powder Ladle. p. 55-57.
Vol. 29, No. 3 (Aug. 1991)
Chown, John D. Canadian Gun Sleighs After 1861. p. 75-84.
Lederer, P.S. Boarding Pike and Boarding Axe. p. 85-86.
Belton, John A. The Cooey "Bisley Sport" Model Rifle. p. 87-89.
Mention, Philippe. Adoption of the Percussion System in the French Army. p. 90-92.
Vol. 29, No. 4 (Nov. 1991)
The Canadian Guild
Quarter Century Lecture.
Blackmore, Howard L. Military Gun Manufacture in London and the Adoption of Interchangeability. p. 111-122.
Dubé, Timothy Henry Shrapnel: His Artillery, Small Arms, and Spherical Case Shot. p. 123-131.
Vol. 30, No. 1 (Feb. 1992)
Demeritt, Dwight B., Jr. Joseph Goldmark, M.D., Reformer, Refugee, Scientist, and Brooklyn Percussion Cap Manufacturer. p. 3-15.
Keeble, K. Corey, Miniature Firearms by David Kucer at the R.O.M., Toronto. p. 16-18.
Ben-Arie, Capt. Joseph, The Arms of Montenegro. p. 19-23.
Vol. 30, No. 2 (May, 1992)
Graves, Donald E. Field Artillery of the War of 1812: Equipment, Organization, Tactics and Effectiveness. p. 39-48.
Forman, James D. Beauties and the Beast. p. 49-51.
Ill. London News, Official Trial of Small-Bore Rifles on Plumstead Marshes, March 8, 1862. p. 52-54.
Short Shots. A Smith & Wesson / Hammond Relationship? (P.S. Lederer). p. 55.
Vol. 30, No. 3 (Aug. 1992)
Frank, Prof. Dr. A Dictionary of Small Arms Terms: 1855. p. 75-86.
Lederer, Paul S. The Kerr- Webley- Tranter: A Revisit. p. 87-88.
Caruana, Adrian B. The Artillery Cards of Sgt. T. Armour, c.1803. p. 89-92.
Vol. 30, No. 4 (Nov. 1992)
Blackmore, Howard L. Some Notes on the Introduction of Cannon Locks in the Royal Navy. p. 111-124.
Purdon, Charles J. Col. Edward Mounier Boxer, R.A., F.R.S. p. 125-126.
Keeble, K. Corey. A "Sempach" Sword in the Royal Ontario Museum. p. 127-129.
Vol. 31, No. 1 (Feb. 1993)
Huntington, R.T. The Hall Rifle Works at Harper's Ferry, West Virginia, pp. 3-11.
Burgoyne, John W. A Classic Queen Anne Pistol by William Turvey of London, pp. 12-16.
Faller, N.L. & Dohrenwend, R.E. The Dreyse Carbine on the Great Plains, pp. 17-20.
Lederer, Paul S. Pocket Pistols and Birmingham Proof Marks, pp. 21-22.
Short Shots: p. 23. The Highland Pistol of William McGillivray of the North West Company. (D.B. Webster).
Vol. 31, No. 2 (May, 1993)
Blackmore, H. L. English Instrument Makers: Airguns and Electric Guns, pp. 39-47.
Keeble, K. Corey. A Grete Swerd in the Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto, pp. 48-51.
Gooding, S. James. Flint-lock: A Look at the Word, pp. 52-53.
Purdon, C. J. The Colt-Snider Rifles, pp. 54-56.
Short Shots: p. 57. Instructions for Armourers (S.J. Gooding); Sharp-Shooting at Woolwich (Artillero).
Vol. 31, No. 3 (Aug. 1993)
Crook, Norman J. British and Canadian Honeysuckle Hilts, pp. 75-80.
Lederer, Paul S. A Ketland Price List of c.1815, pp. 81-82.
Goldstein, Erik. A French Bayonet of the Mid 18th Century, pp. 83-84.
Breakey, Paul M. R. Lee-Enfield Dust covers: A legacy of World War One trench warfare, pp. 85-87.
Purdon, Charles J. The Snider Rifle in the Ottoman Empire, pp. 88-90.
Vol. 31, No. 4 (Nov. 1993)
Graves, D. E. American Ordnance in the War of 1812, pp. 111-120.
Purdon, Charles J. The Ballard of the Red Sashes, pp. 121-124.
Cherepy, Louis S., Sr. The Side-hammer Lock: Mechanics and Principles, pp. 125-127.
Short Shots: p. 128. Further Notes on Mud, Dirt, and Dust Prevention (P.M.R. Breakey); and a note to the editor on the same, (Charles J.N. Trollope).
Vol. 32, No. 1 (Feb. 1994)
Gooding, S. James. Collinson Hall, Inventor of thePercussionNipple and the Patchlock.. pp. 3-8.
Lederer, Paul S. A Pocket Pistol Conversion. pp. 9-10.
Breakey, Paul M.R. Breakey. Military Sight Cramps; Pattern 14, & Browing Hi-Power. pp. 11-12.
H.M.S.O. On the Marking of Arms in the British Service, 1912. pp. 13-17.
Purdon, Charles J. The Rifled Tube-Gun in Canada. pp. 18-20.
Vol. 32, No. 2 (May, 1994)
Burgoyne, John W. Queen Anne Style Boxlock Pistols,-c.1750-1780. pp. 39-45.
Lederer, Paul S. An Austrian-American Pistol (?). pp. 46-49.
Purdon, Charles J. Jacob Snider's U.S. Patent. pp. 50-53.
Short Shots: pp. 54-57. Thornhill's Superior London Made Instrument Knives.
Vol. 32, No. 3 (Aug. 1994)
Blackmore, Howard L. Dutch Muskets for Ireland. pp. 75-84.
Dohrenwend, Robert E. The Sling: Forgotten Firepower of Antiquity. pp. 85-91.
Lederer, Paul S. An Adams 'Dustbin' Cartridge Variant. pp. 92-93.
Webster, Donald B. 18th Century Hand Grenades at Fort Senneville. pp. 94-95.
Vol. 32, No. 4 (Nov. 1994)
Lederer, Paul S. The Percussion Pistol with Cap Guard. pp. 111-114.
Patten, D. British Infantry Officers Swords P. 1786, 1796. pp. 115-120.
Godwin, Brian C. The English Snaphance, Some Newly Discovered Examples. pp. 121-124.
Forman, J. D. Dirks Wielded in Anger? pp. 125-127.
Hall-Patton, M. P. Gunsmiths in San Luis Obispo Co., Cal. pp. 128-130.
Vol. 33, No. 1 (Feb. 1995)
Dohrenwend, Robert E. The Mounted Archers of the Great Plains. pp. 3-13.
Egles, Ross. Muskets for the Blues of York, 1745. pp. 14-16.
Lederer, Paul S. An Uncharacteristic Martini Mk. II. pp. 17-18
Gooding, S. James. Thomason's Patent Rotating Gunflint. pp. 19-21.
Vol. 33, No. 2 (May 1995)
Godwin, Brian C. The Clockwork Revolver. pp. 39-43.
MacInnis, D. Ross. The Marking of Nova Scotia Militia Muskets. pp. 44-48.
Lederer, P. S. A Lethal Swaggerstick. pp. 49-50.
Short Shots: Robert Bryant, Wood & Leather Gun & Pistol Cases, etc. pp. 51-58; A Note on a Sharps Carbine. (Egles, Ross). p. 59.
Vol. 33, No. 3 (Aug. 1995)
Re, Marco. A Brescian Two-Shot, One-Lock, Over/Under Gun of about 1660. pp. 75-85.
Blackmore, Howard L. Variations on Ordnance Muskets 1718, 1771. pp. 86-88.
Lederer, Paul S. A Dual-Ignition Tranter Revolver. pp. 89-91.
Breakey, P.M.R. Cleaning Funnels, An Uncommon Lee-Enfield Accessory. pp. 92-93.
Blyth, D. M. A Shotshell Closing Tool by Wm. Nichol of Chatham. p. 94.
Vol. 33, No. 4 (Nov. 1995)
Weaver, David S. The English Gunner's Caliper. pp. 111-125.
Chamberlain, W.H.J. The Garand Rifle in "Minute 1455." pp. 126-127.
Purdon, Charles J. The Snider Rifle in the Far East. pp. 128-129.
Short Shots: French muskets altered for British service in America. (J.D. Chown). p. 130.
Vol. 34, No. 1 (Feb. 1996)
Burgoyne, John. Edward Coombs of Bath, Gunmaker c. 1740-60. pp. 3-10.
Lederer, Paul S. A Varianaat Sharps by Tipping & Lawden. pp. 11-12.
Griffin, Eric. William Palmer, Engraver to the Great London Gunmakers. pp. 13-17.
Scott-Edeson, Peter A. Henry Nock's Work. pp. 14-16.
Godwin, Brian C. An Early French Flintlock Pistol. pp. 18-20.
Short Shots: Louis Cherepy's Observations on the Origin and Design of the Flintlock. (S.J. Gooding). p. 21.
Vol. 34, No. 2 (May 1996)
Blackmore, Howard L. The Oldest Dated Gun. pp. 39-47.
Lederer, Paul S. A Transition Revolver by Marrison of Norwich. pp. 48-51
Law, Clive M. The Wooden Ammunition Box, 1859-1912. pp. 52-58.
Vol. 34, No. 3 (Aug. 1996)
Noreen, David J. The Tobin Arms Mfg. Company of Norwich, Connecticut and Woodstock, Ontario. pp.75-82
Savage, Bruce W. Exercise for Two Light 6-Pdrs. Mounted on Sleighs. pp. 83-86.
Gooding, S. James. The Snaphance Muskets of al-Maghreb al-Aqsa. pp. 87-93.
Short Shots: The Nova Scotia Military Muskets, Part 2. (D. Ross MacInnis).
Vol. 34, No. 4 (Nov. 1996)
Paine, Jeff. The Light Horse Volunteer Rifled Carbine. pp. 111-115.
Lederer, Paul S. A "Low Budget" Blunderbuss by Lacy & Co. pp. 116-118.
Godwin, Brian C. 17th Century Muskets at Dyrham Park. pp. 119-122.
Lewis, Michael H. A Gun for the Western Trade by John Mullen of New York. pp. 123-126.
Short Shots: The Military Sling-Shot in 1890. (Bruce F. Ellis). Egg's Patent Shot Charger, 1812. (Ross Corbett). p. 127
Vol. 35, No. 1 (Feb. 1997)
Cooper, John S. Thomas Cole Gunmaker of London. pp. 3-8.
Blackmore, Howard L. The Baker Rifleman's Sword. pp. 9-15.
Breakey, Paul M.R. The Mills Hand Grenade. pp. 16-18.
Lederer, Paul S. Henry Van Wart, an Anglo American Gunmaker. pp. 19-20.
Vol. 35, No. 2 (May 1997)
Rittgers, Sarah J. Admiral John Dahlgren's Plymouth Rifle. pp. 39-47.
Petz, Hartwig. Unsuccessful Magazines for the Percussion Primer. pp. 48-52.
Lederer, Paul S. A Pistol of the "Light Brigade." pp. 53-54.
Short Shots: Marston Percussion Caps (S. James Gooding). p. 55.
Vol. 35, No. 3 (Aug. 1997)
Purdon, Charles J. The Study of Balistics,
Part 1, Gunpowder & Early Instruments. pp. 75-83.
Forman, James D. The Stylistic Evolution of the Scottish Dirk. pp. 84-88.
Dohrenwend, Robert E. America's Commando Knife, The M-3. pp. 89-94.
Vol. 35, No. 4 (Nov. 1997)
Lederer, Paul S. The .500CF Tranter Revolver. pp. 111-113.
Purdon, Charles J. The Study of Balistics, Part 2, Pendulum Alternatives. pp. 114-120.
Godwin, Brian C. An English Lock Variant. pp. 121-124.
Harding, David F. Regimental Markings on Pistols of the "Light Brigade" pp. 125-126.
Short Shots: Canadian Colt Navy Revolvers: Summing Up (Again), (Paul S. Lederer); Equipment of the 1st Cobourg Troop ­ Colts destroyed in fire (J. D. Paine); A Bibliography on Navy Colts for the Canadian Militia (J.E. Gooding). pp. 127-8.
Vol. 36, No. 1 (Feb. 1998)
Dohrenwend, Robert E. A Multilingual Glossary for European Swords. p. 3-11.
Purdon, Charles J. The Snider Rifle in Portugal. pp. 15.
Lederer, Paul S. J.R. Cooper's Underhammer Pocket Pistol. pp. 16-18.
Phillips, Roger. The .46 & .44 Rimfire Capping Plate Revolver Conversions. pp. 19-22.
Vol. 36, No. 2 (May 1998)
Burgoyne, John W. A Queen Anne Style Pistol Firing Superimposed Loads. pp. 39-45.
Lederer, Paul S. A Late "1751 Type"Hanger. pp. 46-48.
Gooding, S. J. The British Design Acts-1839-1883. pp. 49-54.
Gaede, Frederick C. & Hutchins, J. S. Cone Pads for Percussion Muskets, 1844-1846. p. 55.
Purdon, C. J. On the Banded .303's pp. 56-57.
Vol. 36, No. 3 (Aug. 1998)
Gooding, S. James. Joseph Egg "Inventor of the Copper Cap...". pp. 75-79.
Godwin, Brian C. The Chirk Castle Firelocks. pp. 80-85.
Dohrenwend, Robert E. The Ek Commando Knife. pp. 86-93.
Adye-White, William. The Kames Gunpowder Company of Millhouse, Scotland. p. 94.
Vol. 36, No. 4 (Nov. 1998)
Gaede, Frederick C. Enoch Hidden and his Cannon Locks. pp. 111-120.
Lederer, Paul S. A Silver Hilted Small-sword by the maker "IR". pp. 121-122.
Gooding, S. James. Doglocks: A look at the family. pp. 123-128.
Short Shots: p. 129, Armourer's Duties-1812 (William S. Curtis).
Vol. 37, No. 1 (Feb. 1999)
Band, Robert W., Tatham's Indian Guns, A Gift for Mohawk Warriors. pp. 3-7.
Phillips, Roger. .44 Caliber, Single Action Cartridge Revolvers of the Old West. pp. 8-17.
Lederer, Paul S. Beaumont-Adams Serial Numbers. pp. 18-19.
Short Shots: A Note on a Silver Mounted Sword, (Claude Blair), p. 20.
Vol. 37, No. 2 (May, 1999)
Re, Marco. A 17th Century Triad: Two Pistols and an Arquebus by Giovanni Borgognone of Brescia. pp. 39-48
Purdon, Charles J. The Manufacture of Boxer Cartridges in Canada. pp. 49-57
Short Shots: Experiments with New Rifle Missiles. The Picton Gazette, 25 March, 1859. p. 58 (David Taylor).
Vol. 37, No. 3 (Aug. 1999)
MacInnis, D. Ross. The Captive-Barrel Breech-loader. pp. 75-77.
Capon, Alan R. The Watson Gun-Sight Company. pp. 78-84.
Gooding, S. James. Hudson's Bay Co. Trade Guns & the English Gun Trade. pp. 85-89.
Lederer, Paul S. William Tranter's Model No. 2 Rimfire Revolver. pp. 90-91.
Vol. 37, No. 4 (Nov. 1999)
Franklin, Carl E. The Congreve 12-Pdr. Rocket Cart, Limber and Harness, c. 1813. pp. 111-119.
Newland, Michael A. William Wellington Greener. pp. 120-127.
Fulton, Alan P. The British Fuse Igniter Pistol. pp. 128-130.
Vol. 38, No. 1 (Feb. 2000)
Nevius, William H. A HBC Blunderbuss and the Gunsmith John Jones. pp. 3-7.
Lederer, Paul S. Isaac Riviere's "Guns Without Locks." pp. 8-12.
Burgoyne, John. Fixed Cannon Barrelled Pistols of the Early 18th Cent. pp. 17.
The British Gun Barrel Proof Act, 1868. 18-22.
Howard L. Blackmore, Obituary. p. S1-2.
Vol. 38, No. 2 (May, 2000)
Phillips, Roger. Two Remington Army Conversions. pp. 39-44.
Dohrenwend, Robert E. Marble's Knives - New Production of Old Classics. pp. 45-49.
Egles, Ross. Gifts for Canadian Indians, Percussion Guns Before 1841. pp. 50-52.
Lederer, Paul. S. A Conveted "Brown Bess" Trade Bayonet. pp. 53-54.
Breakey, P.M.R. The Weldon Range-Finder: British Military Instrument of 1884. p. 55.
The Ironmonger. Conviction Under the Gunpowder Act. p. 56.
Vol. 38, No. 3 (Aug. 2000)
P.A. Scott-Edeson. Dating the Firearms of Joseph Manton: 1792-1825. pp. 75-80.
Daly, Charles Noé. Trailing the Men of Iron ­ Part I. pp. 81-95.
Vol. 38, No. 4 (Nov. 2000)
David H.L. Back. English Guns for Morocco and the Ransom of British Sailors. pp. 111-116.
Daly Charles Noé. Trailing the Men of Iron ­ Part II. pp. 117-126.
P. A. Scott-Edeson. Dating the Firearms of John Manton and John Manton & Son: 1789-1834. pp. 127-133.
Vol. 39, No. 1 (Feb. 2001)
Dohrenwend, Robert E. The Puukko: Ancient Knife of Northern Europe. pp. 3-12.
Dill, Keith R. Notes on Powder Flasks for London Pistol Casings. pp. 13-19.
Lederer, Paul S. Two Rifled English Flintlock Pocket Pistols. pp. 20-21.
Vol. 39, No. 2 (May, 2001)
Gooding, S. James. Joseph Manton's First Percussion Lock Patent, Feb. 29, 1816, No. 3985. pp. 39-43
Lederer, Paul S. An Early Cartridge Revolver with "Safety." pp. 44-46.
Band, R. W. An India Pattern Musket with Robert Prettyman's Rainproof Lock. pp. 47-48
Franklin, Carl E. Congreve Rockets of the War of 1812. pp. 49-56.
Gaede, Frederick C. A Further Note on Hidden's Cannon Locks for the U.S. Army. p. 57.
Vol. 39, No. 3 (Aug. 2001)
Newman, Jay R. Joseph Stacey in the Minories, A 17th Century London Gunmaker. pp. 75-81
Adye-White, Will. David Bussard's Powder Mill at Georgetown, D.C. pp. 82-83
Bondarenko, Con. Tools of the Eskimo Whalers in the Canadian Arctic. pp. 84-86
Hutton, Charles. Questions Touching on the Theory of Artillery. pp. 87-89
Gaede, Frederick C. Cones and Caps for American Civil War Pistols. pp. 90-92
Vol. 39, No. 4 (Nov. 2001)
Keeble, K. Corey. Fine Arms for Sport & Hunt: Virtuoso Gunsmithing for the Baroque Court. pp. 111-120.
Lederer, Paul S. Weblely "Longspur Revolvers," pp. 121-124.
Powell, John. World War One Kukris, pp. 125-127.
Vol. 40, No. 1 (Feb. 2002)
Pinchot, Oliver. The Persian Shamshir and the Signature of Assad Allah. pp. 11.
Chalmer, J.A. et al. The British Percussion Musquet Trials of 1834-1835. p. 12-18.
Vol. 40, No. 2 (May, 2002)
Houze, Herbert G. Johann Lorentz Kolbe, Additional contemporary references and other notes. pp. 39-45.
Adye-White, Will.. Gunpowder Manufacture in England 1750-1900. p. 47-52.
Lederer, Paul S. A Three-Barrelled Percussion Pistol­Baker of Thetford. p. 53-55.
Vol. 40, No. 3 (Aug. 2002)
Regalado, Jaime A. The Transition from Flint to Percussion in the Portuguese Army. pp. 75-81.
Houze, Herbert G. William Shakespeare Manton of Kingston and Joseph Manton of Montreal. pp. 82-89.
Brown, Shaun. Samuel Staudenmayer, Gunsmith, Cockspur St., London. pp. 90-93.
Vol. 40, No. 4 (Nov. 2002)
Scott-Edeson, P.A. Percussion Cappers in England, 1820-1870. pp. 111-118
Forman, James D. Andrew Dolep, Gunsmith to His late Highness Prince George of Denmark. pp. 119-121.
Powell, John. Kothimoras, The Fanciest Kukris. pp. 122-126.
Rimer, Gaeme. The Royal Armouries, Moving into the 21st Century. pp. 127-133.

British Duelling Pistols by John A. Atkinson: Traces the origin and development of the English dueling pistol from 1770 until 1850. Described as the best book published on the British dueler. 112 pp., 88 illustrations. $24.95
British Board of Ordnance Contractors 1689-1840 by D.W. Bailey is a comprehensive listing of the names and dates when contractors supplied military arms or guns for Indian Allies to the Ordnance, and the components they supplied. 96 pp., softcover, $18.00.
Instructions for Volunteer Sharp-shooters by Capt. Barber: Reprint of 1804 edition containing detailed instructions on the use and handling of the rifle, the bugle call for riflemen and tactics. 143 pp., 5 pates. (LEMS, 700 No. copies), $27.50
Digest of Cartridges by W.A. Bartlett, & D.B. Gallatin: A most important source of American, English, and French cartridge development, included also are British patents. More than 750 patents are illustrated from the 1878 edition. (soft cover) $9.95 (p/p 12); (Proof edition) $30.00 (p/p 28)
British Artillery Ammunition 1780 by A.B. Caruana is a compilation of text and illustrations detailing all the forms of ammunition available during the 18th century. Included are case, grape, shells, fuses, carcasses, smoke and light balls, cartridges, quickmatch, portfires and tubes. 52 pp., 50 ills, numerous charts. s/c, $9.95. (p/p 12)
Revolvers of the British Services, 1854-1954 by W.H.J. Chamberlain, & A.W.F. Taylerson: This detailed survey of the revolvers issued to British and Colonial Troops between 1854 and 1954 records the trials and the acceptances, the issue arms, their service use, and the variations within the models. 96 pp., 111 ill. $27.50 (p/p 25)
An Elementary Treatise on the Mounting of Naval Ordnance by Sir William Congreve, A descripton with illustrations of a series of new designs for Naval cannon developed in 1811. He describes his system and compares it with that in use at the time. 72 pp., 8 ill., 5 plates. leather-like binding. $21.50 (p/p 23)
The Rocket System by Sir William Congreve. A reprint of his 1814 treatise which resulted in the formation of the Rocket Troop. With additional material by E.M. Boxer. leather-like binding. $21.50 (p/p 23)
A Rebounding Lock for the Side-hammer Gun by Louis S. Cherepy, Sr. The first patent for a rebounding lock was issued in England in 1866. This was followed by a more practical English design in 1867 and a similar American design early in 1868. The rebounding lock quickly became an essential feature of all breech-loading hammer guns. The author has traced the rebounding lock by illustrating all of the American and English patents and he has included a photographic catalog of specimen. 116 pp., 11x81/2 inches, 91 ill., $35.00 (p/p 33)
Stevens Pistols & Pocket Rifles by Kenneth L. Cope: This is the story of the guns and the man who designed them and the company which he founded to make them, 114 pp., 65 illustrations and catalogs for 1875, 1897 and 1908-10. (new printing), $24.50 (p/p 19)
Naval Percussion Locks and Primers by J.A. Dahlgren: This part-history, part-technical study by Lieut. (later Rear Admiral) Dahlgren when he was Asst. Director of Ordnance and in charge of the Experimental Department, is the finest existing study of percussion cannon locks. Printed in a limited, 650 copy, numbered edition with editorial notes. 140 pp., 12 ill., 81/2x51/2 inches. $35.00 (p/p 23)
The Artillerists Companion by T. Fortune, Intro. by A.B. Caruana. This reprint of the first of a series of Aide Memoire was published in 1778. It contains notes on countless aspects of the artillerist's daily business. 72 pp., leather-like binding. $24.50. (p/p 23)
Patents, Abridgements of Specifications, Class 9, Ammunition, Great Britain. Patent Office. A seven volume reprint covering all British cartridge patents in the period 1855-1900. 860 pages, with more than 5000 illustrations. (550 No. sets) $150.00 (p/p 128)
The Fraser Highlanders by Col. J. R. Harper: The Fraser Highlanders were first raised in 1757 by Simon Fraser, Master of Lovat for service in North America where it was named the 78th Regiment of Foot. In 1775 he again raised 2,340 Highlanders who became the First and Second Battalions of the 71st Highland Regiment in April 1776. In 1964, Col. Harper, reraised the 78th Fraser Highlanders stationed at the Old Fort on Ste. Helen's Island, Montreal. They have paraded in Canada, the United States and Great Britain. This book is the story of the Frasers from their very beginnings: their service in the Seven Years War, The American Revolution, The South African War, and World War One and Two. A comprehensive index (500 col. inches) included. 256 pp., 29 ill. (case bound) $37.50 (p/p 28) (paper) $27.50 (p/p 23)
Canada's Black Watch, 1862-1962 by P.P. Hutchison: This work was published to commemorate the 100 anniversary of the Regiment. It covers the history and the actions of the unit from the Fenian Raids through the war in South Africa, and two World Wars. Appendices list battles, regimental commanders, honors and awards, etc. 340 pp., illustrated. $29.50 (p/p 38)
From The Kingdom of Lilliput: The Miniature Firearms of David Kucer by K Cory Keeble, and The Making of a Miniature by David Kucer: This book, produced in both English and French, provides an overview of the subject of miniature firearms in general and David Kucer's miniatures in particular. This is combined with an outline by the artist himself on the way he makes a miniature firearm. 64 pp. 5_x8_ inches, 51 ill., (18 in color), $25.00 (p/p 19)
Canadian Military Handguns 1855-1985 by Clive M. Law: A history, from the unravelling of the story of the Colt Model 1851 Navy revolvers purchased in 1856 for which considerable new documentation has been found, to the development and history of the Inglis Browning pistol. And between, the Allan & Wheelock, Colt DA Frontier, Savage, Luger, Webley & Scott, New Service, Colt M.1911, S&W, Berg-mann, etc. 124 pp., 183 ill., 81/2x11 inches. $40.00 (p/p 38)
American Handgun Patents , by J.J. Macewicz: A listing of each of the patents which relate to handguns that were issued between 1802 and 1924 in chronological order and cross-indexed to the inventor. A brief summary of the more important patents is included. 44 pp. (s/c) $9.95 (p/p 12)
Line Clear for Up Trains; A History of No. 1 Canadian Railway Operating Group, R.C.E. by A. J. Mandar, The history of a unit formed in 1940 from men with previous experience working for Canadian railroads. Chapters include organization in Canada, training in England and operations on the Continent following Operation Overlord. The author has provided a first hand and documented history of the activities of this group. 108 pp., 43 ill., maps & charts. $24.50 (p/p 23)
American Primitive Knives by Gordon B. Minnis: Photographs of outstanding specimens of American primitive $knives, each photo accompanied by a descriptive text with dimensions, important structural details and notes on dating. 112 pp., 90 illustrations. $24.50 (p/p 33)
Ethan Allen: Gunmaker by Harold L. Mouillesseaux: This book provides complete details on Allen, the pepperbox revolver for which he is best known and the other arms which he and his companies manufactured. 184 pp., over 270 illustrations. $29.95 (p/p 38)
The Big Guns­Civil War Siege, Seacoast, and Naval Cannon by Olmstead, Stark and Tucker. A classic book designed to identify the ordnance of both North and South, with 360 pp., 106 photo ill., more than 100 scaled drawings, and a record of more than 5000 survivors. $80.00 {p/p 64)
A Treatise on Artillery by John Muller, 1780. The text book for students at the Royal Military Academy at Woolwich and historians of the Indian Wars and Revolution. 240 pp., 28 plates, s/c $17.50
Elementary Treataise on the Forms of Cannon by N. Persy. A study of French artillery translated for the students at West Point in 1832. It covers from the 16th century to the systems of Vallier's system of 1734 and Gribeauval's system of 1769. 48 pp., 19 ill., s/c $9.95.
Arms & Accoutrements of The RCMP, 1873-1973 by R. F. Phillips, & D. J. Klancher: A definitive history of the arms and accoutrements used by the North West Mounted Police, the Royal North West Mounted Police and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It includes an appendix which lists the serial numbers of many of the weapons used by the Force. 224 pp., over 400 ill. $49.95 (p/p 48)
The Art & Science of War in America, A bibliography of American Military Imprints, 1690-1800 by J.L. Riling: Limited to 650 numbered copies, this book provides the historian and researcher with a listing of all the known military publications printed in America before the year 1800. Introductory chapters set the publications in historical perspective and outlines the problems of acquiring information for the training of the troops. 74 pp., 32 ill. (650 No. copies) $35.00 (p/p 28)
Illustrated Handbook of Rifle Shooting by A.L. Russell: A new printing of the 1869 edition by one of the leading military marksmen of his day. In 12 chapters he covered details important to the beginner and the expert: history of the sport in Canada, positions, dress and training, care of the rifle, ammunition and powder, loading, sights and aiming, the Canadian Militia Act, etc. 194 pp., 55 ill. $24.50 (p/p 23)
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Gunmakers of London Supplement 1350-1850 by Howard L. Blackmore. By 1986, Howard Blackmore had compiled his monumental record of London gunmakers. It was published in England under the title A Dictionary of London Gunmakers 1350-1850 and in America with the title Gunmakers of London 1350-1850. This Supplement begins with a new introductory chapter on the "Foreign" gunmakers followed by records of all of the new information found about previously unidentified armorers, gunmakers and gunsmiths. Where new information has been located about those who appeared in the Dictionary, they too have been included in an updated entry.Specifications: 160 pp., 11x81/2 inches, 100 new ill. + 299 makers' marks, hardcover jacketed en suite with the original edition. Limited to 1000 copies. US$60.00
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No. 1. The Military Arms of Canada by the Upper Canada Historical Arms Society. This is the only book to illustrate the firearms used by the Militia and Armies of Canada from the early 17th century until the present time. In it, the arms are described in detail with illustrations of 74 muskets, rifles and pistols. 56 pp. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 2. The Snider- Enfield by Charles J. Purdon. This title covers thee first breech- loading rifle to be issued in large quantities from British and Canadian military stores, its development from 1866, details of the many models in which it was made, and its ammunition are covered with scholarly accuracy. 8 pp. 13 illustrations. (See also HAS 24) US$2.00/Cdn$3.00
No. 3. American Socket Bayonets, 1717-1873 by Donald B. Webster, Jr. This is an important manual designed to assist in the identification of the many variations of the triangular or socket bayonets used by the U.S. Army. 48 pp., 64 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 4. An Introduction to British Artillery in North America by S. James Gooding. This study records and illustrates the points necessary to identify British artillery used during the 18th and 19th centuries. The guns, their marking, and their equipment are described in detail. 56 pp. 100 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 5. His Majesty's Regulations, 1828 by Major T. L. Mitchell. This reprint of an early manual of arms describes the musketry drill with 88 positions illustrated. 32 pp. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 6. Small Arms of the Mounted Police by Roger Phillips and S. J. Kirby. The pistols and rifles of this famous Force, are described and illustrated. Details of production, marking and use are included to make this a most important identification guide. 32 pp. 45 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 7. Replaced by HAS Nos. 18 and 19
No. 8. Sniper Rifles of Two World Wars by William H. Tantum, IV. The rifles and sniper techniques of the U.S., Britain, Canada, Russia, Germany and Japan ln World Wars I and II are described. 32 pp. 32 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 9. The 9- Pdr. Muzzle Loading Rifle by John D. Chown. The history of the 9- Pdr. muzzle loading rifle introduced in 1871 is covered. Illustrations have been selected to show the carriage, limber, ammunition wagon, naval mount and gun sleigh. 32 pp. 35 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 10. The New Highland Military Discipline of 1757 by George Grant with a Foreword by Colonel J. Ralph Harper. This book was first printed in 1757 to aid in the training of the newly- formed Highland regiments. A history of the introduction of those regiments has been included along with the contemporary illustrations showing the Highland manual of arms. 32 pp. 20 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 11. Sir Charles Ross and His Rifle by R. Phillips and J. J. Knap. The identification of all of the models of the Ross rifle that were made from 1897 until the end of World War I are presented including details on the manufacture and development of this extremely accurate sporting and military rifle. 32 pp. 37 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 12. Red Coat and Brown Bess by Anthony D. Darling. The musket carried by the British army in the years preceding and following the Revolution are described, identified and illustrated. The organization of the British army, a complete roster of the regiments which served in America and the battles in which they fought provide extremely valuable information. 64 pp. 61 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 13. Gun Carriages: An Aide Memoire to the Military Sciences, 1846 by R. J. Nelson. Prepared as a manual for officers of the British Army in 1846 when there were more that 50 authorized descriptions of Ordnance. Each carriage is illustrated with detailed, scaled, line drawings in both plan and elevation, and 18 tables of dimensions and weights. 64 pp. 48 full page plates. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 14. The Gunsmiths of Canada: A Checklist of Tradesmen by S. James Gooding. Names, dates and locations of over 800 Canadian gunmakers working between 1608 and c.1920 are listed. 32 pp. Illustrations. (Enlarged, and expanded as HAS 29). US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 15. The Inglis- Browning High- Power Pistol by R. Blake Stevens. Canada's importance in World War II was largely due to her ability to provide good men and arms of quality, in quantity. Much of her arms producing ability was due to the foresight of James E. Hahn and the John Inglis Company. This is the story of a pistol which they re- engineered and which was adapted by the Canadian, British and Chinese governments. 28 pp. more than 50 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 16. The Light 6- Pounder Battalion Gun of 1776 by Adrian B. Caruana. This gun first appeared about 1764 and over the next 12 years was developed into the most versatile of all artillery. The author has given a detailed introduction to the gun, its equipment and its use. He has reproduced specifications of the guns, drill for all manner of movements and manoeuvres, and contemporary notes on safe handling. 76 pp. 73 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 17. The Lee: British Service Rifle From 1888 to 1950 by Robert J. Dynes. The development of the Lee- Metford and Lee- Enfield rifles from its introduction in 1888 are detailed and illustrated. 24 pp. 67 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 18. The French Soldier in Colonial America by René Chartrand. Uniforms, drums, flags, muskets, swords, bayonets, artillery, accoutrements and regimental histories. A superb introduction to a long neglected area of colonial history covering Canada, Louisiana and Ile Royale, during the French Regime, written by the leading authority on the subject. 40 pp. 56 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 19. French Arms Drill of the 18th Century by J. A. Houlding. A study of the 18th century text and illustrations that were prepared for the official Infantry and Compagnie Franche de la Marine arms drill introduced by Royal decrees in 1703, 1750 and 1755, complete with commands in French and English. Included also are notes on how the drills had to be changed to meet the conditions in New France. 60 pp., more than 100 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 20. Accoutrements of the United States Infantry, Riflemen, and Dragoons 1834- 1839 by R. T. Huntington. Although the 1841 edition of the U.S. Ordnance Manual provides ample information on the equipment that was in use during the 1840s, it is evident that the patterns of equipment that it describes were not introduced until 1838 or 1839. This guide is intended to fill this gap in our knowledge by providing an overview of what were issued to the regular infantryman, rifleman, and dragoon, in the 1830s, with excursions into earlier and later years. 58 pp. 51 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 21. Coast Artillery, 1815- 1914 by Roger F. Sarty. The period 1815- 1914 was the golden age in the history of British and American coast artillery. Striking evidence is the great number of coast forts from that century-some preserved as historic monuments, many others abandoned-still to be seen in both countries and in their former colonies. A primary purpose of this monograph is to help visitors to these sites, whether in the United States, the Philippines, Canada, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom, to more fully appreciate and enjoy them. 48 pp., more than 40 illustrations plus maps, charts and range tables. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 22. U.S. Single Action Cartridge Handgun Holsters 1870- 1910 by William G. Phillips & John P. Vervloet. This work describes the evolution of the holster used in the army for the period 1870- 1910 and to comment on its variations. It is limited to holsters which carried the Colt cal .45 Single Action Army Revolver, the Remington Rolling Block Single Shot Pistol, and the Schofield Smith & Wesson Army Revolver. 52 pp., 64 illustrations. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 23. Sir William Congreve and the Rocket's Red Glare by Donald E. Graves. War rockets had been in use for more than two centuries but it was not until 1805 that they were improved by William Congreve and introduced into British service. Their use at Copenhagen, Leipzig and Baltimore, where they were immortalized by Francis Scott Key, made them famous. This book outlines the history, construction and use of the rocket from its introduction until about the middle of the 19th century and includes a brief biography of its "inventor." 32 pp., 30 ill., US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 24. Jacob Snider's Action & E. M. Boxer's Cartridge: The Snider- Enfield Rifle by Charles J. Purdon. This new title is an expanded version of HAS 2 published in 1963. The author has taken the story of the Snider- Enfield and its special ammunition from their pre- production days to the early 20th century. 32 pp., 46 ill., six appendices and bibliography. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 25. The Gunsmiths of Manhattan, 1625- 1900: A Checklist of Tradesmen by Michael H. Lewis. This listing of more than 700 men in the arms trade in New York City prior to about the end of the 19th century will provide a guide for identification and further research. Gunmakers, gunsmiths, merchants, inventors, entrepreneurs, and others have been recorded by name, dates, and address. 40 pp., 25 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 26. The Scottish Dirk by James D. Forman. The best way to examine a dirk is first hand but since this is rarely possible, illustrations of more than 100 dirks and Sgian Dubhs is second best. In text, the author has set the dirk in its changing socio- historic context and followed design changes through more than 300 years of evolution. 60 pp., 100+ ill., US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 27. Allied and Enemy Aircraft: May, 1918: Not to be taken from the Front Lines with an Introduction by Hugh A. Halliday. The basis for this title is a very rare identification manual published by the French government in 1918 that illustrated 60 aircraft with three or more views: French, English American, German, Italian, and Belgian, which might have been seen over the trenches of France. Each is describe in a text translated from the original French. This is probably the most complete collection of illustrations of World War One aircraft which has survived. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 28. Cooey Firearms, Made in Canada 1919- 1979 by John A. Belton. At least 67 models and more than six million rifles, were made by this small Canadian riflemaker. They have been identified from the first "Cooey Canuck" through the last variations made by "Winchester- Cooey." Each is described and most are illustrated in this first book on The Cooey. 36 pp., 46 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 29. Canadian Gunsmiths from 1608: A Checklist of Tradesmen. by John A. Belton. This Checklist is a greatly expanded version of HAS No. 14, listing the names, occupation, location, and dates of more than 1,500 men and women who worked as gunmakers, gunsmiths, armorers, gun merchants, gun patent holders, and a few other gun related trades. Contemporary gunsmiths' letterhead add color and depth to the study. 40 pp., 17 ill., US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 30. Tudor Artillery, 1485- 1603 by Adrian B. Caruana. This introduction to early artillery is a most welcome addition to the very little that has been written on artillery of the 15th and 16th century. It could be considered two books: The notebook of John Lad compiled in 1586 while he was a student of artillery transcribed with his instructions, notes, recipes, and drawings. This is preceded by a scholarly overview of English artillery design in the 16th century. 40 pp., tables, 30 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 31. Scottish Firearms by Claude Blair and Robert Woosnam- Savage. This history of the distinctive firearms made in Scotland from the 16th to the mid 19th century is the most comprehensive ever written. It is by two scholars, one formerly Keeper of Metalwork at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and the other, Curator of Arms at the Glasgow Museum and Art Gallery. 52 pp., 65 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 32. The Blunderbuss, by James D. Forman. The "bell mouthed" gun associated with highwaymen and pirates had its origin in the 16th century, it was used by civilian and military travellers, and it continued to be made in parts of the world until well into the 19th century. This history covers its development and use and illustrates more of the blunderbuss class of firearm than have ever before appeared in one study. 40 pp., 53 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 33. Weapons of the Highland Regiments 1740- 1780 by Anthony D. Darling. In 1740, independent Highland companies were embodied as the 43rd regiment of the line. Muskets and bayonets were supplied by the government, traditional broadswords by the colonel, and pistols and dirks by the men. Later, pistols were made by the gunmakers in England. This study deals with the formation and arming of the famous Highland regiments. 28 pp., 32 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 34. The London Gunmakers and the English Duelling Pistol, 1770- 1830 by Keith R. Dill. Ten gunmakers made London one of the major gunmaking centers of the world. This book examines how the design and construction of their pistols contributed to that reputation and how these characteristics may be used to date flintlock arms. 36 pp., 40 ill., US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 35. The Bayonet in New France, 1665-1760 by Erik Goldstein. Traces bayonets from the plug bayonet developed in the early 17th century through the regulation socket bayonets which saw service in North America using documentary research, contemporary illustrations, and archaeological evidence. 36 pp., 17 patterns, 41 ill., 42 blade markings. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 36. The Fusil de Tulle on New France, 1691- 1741 by Russel Bouchard. In 1691, the arms manufactory in Tulle received its first order to supply muskets for the French Naval Dept. They quickly became the firearm of choice in the French colonies in America. This book follows the development of the Company and the identification of their arms. 48 pages, 60 ill., charts, tables, and maps. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50
No. 37. Observations on Colt's Second Contract, November 2, 1847 by G. Maxwell Longfield and David T. Basnett. This study traces the history and the construction of the first model of the Colt Dragoon revolver supplied in 1848 to the U.S. Cavalry. The authors have produced a chronology for the revolver which set Samuel Colt on the road to financial success and have proven that the so-called Fluck model did not exist. 28 pp., 28 ill. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50.
No. 38. The Halberd and other European Polearms 1300- 1650 by George Snook. This is the first book in English to provide a comprehensive introduction to the pole arms of medieval Europe: from the simple pike through the halberd in its many forms, to the roncone, bardiche, Lucerne hammer, pole axe morganstern and many others. 32 pages, 64 ill., charts, tables, and a glossary. US$8.95/Cdn$13.50.
No. 39. Grasshoppers and Butterflies: The Light 3- Pounders of Pattison and Townshend by Adrian B. Caruana. The Light 3 Pounder was the most versatile gun in use during the American Revolution. This book provides documentation on the two guns which were known in America as the Grasshopper and the Butterfly. Included are plans and drawings of the equipment and its side arms and a special section devoted to drill, firing and safety as practised by the Royal Artillery in the 18th century. 32 pp., 30 illus. (New in this format). US$8.95/Cdn$13.50.
No. 40. Dr. Josephus Requa, Civil War Dentist and the Billinghurst- Requa Volley Gun by Dr. John M. Hyson Jr. and Margaret Requa DeFrancisco. Dr. Requa, who from 1849 to 1853 served an apprenticeship in the gunmaking trade under William Billinghurst of Rochester, N.Y., changed professions to become a successful Dentist. In 1862, along with Billinghurst, he patented the multi- barrel volly gun which bears his name and offered it to President Lincoln. The Billinghurst- Requa battery gun predates the Gatling Gun and for this reason it is considered to be the first practical machine gun used in the war. This is the story of the man, the gun, the Batteries raised to man it, and its use during the Civil War. 36 pp., 33 ill., US$8.95/Cdn$13.50, p/h $1.25
HAS No. 41. The London Gun Trade 1850- 1920: A Checklist of Tradesmen compiled by Joyce E. Gooding. This title is intended to help fill the gap between 1850 when Howard Blackmore's London Gunmakers 1350- 1850 and its recently published Supplement end, and the years following World War I. It records the names, addresses and dates for Gun & Pistol Makers, Gun Barrel Makers, Gun Barrel Browners, Gun Barrel Prover, Gun Case Makers, Gun Engravers, Gun Flint Makers, Gun Implement Makers, Gun Lock Makers, Gun Lock Polishers, Gun Stock Manufacturers, Gunpowder Manufacturers, Gunpowder Flask Makers, Gun Wadding Manufacturers, Percussion Cap Makers, Shooting Schools, etc. 48. pp., ill., US$8.95/Cdn$13.50.

No. 1. The Queen Anne Pistol, 1660-1780 by John W. Burgoyne. The purpose of this book is to fill a gap in the arms literature and to trace the development of the design and decoration of a uniquely English type of pistol known colloquially as the Queen Anne or, more correctly, as the turn-off pistol. This distinctive breech-loading arm was developed in the middle years of the 17th century but found popularity during the reign of the monarch (1702-1714) by whose name it is known. It continued to be made until about 1780. With a comprehensive text and almost 200 illustrations, the styles and decoration from the mid 17th century, through the baroque and rococo designs imported from France that were adapted by English gunmakers, to produce a particularly accurate and distinctive pistol. 120 pp., 182 ill., ISBN 0-88855-015-4 US$35.00/Cdn$59.00 (+GST) + p/h.
No. 2. Trade Guns of the Hudson's Bay Company 1670-1970 by S. James Gooding. This new book provides a detailed history of the design and development from the earliest HBC trade guns through 300 years of history. Based on archaeological evidence from the first Fort Albany constructed about 1674 and destroyed by the French in 1686, the early history can be documented and described. The extensive archives of the HBC have been called upon for descriptive text with hundreds of selected references to cover who made the guns, when changes were introduced, how they were used, and what ammunition, accessories and equipment will be encountered. This important book will be of inestimable value to historians, archaeologists, re-enactors, artists, and collectors. 158 pp., 158 ill., hardcover, ISBN 0-88855-014-5. US$40.00/Cdn$60.00 (+GST) + p/h.