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Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Then it goes right into photographs of luger pistols. Payment must be received within 5 days of auction close. Find 9780945828020 lugers at random by at over 30 bookstores. It did spur my interest and give me a starting point at least. Almost indefinable, there are proof marks on the grip screws. Lugers at random has 0 available edition to buy at half price books marketplace. Ill see how it fills the bill and possibly might look for more info. Lugers at random 1st printing 1969 by charles kenyon a definitive luger study. Bill every problem can be solved through the proper application of explosives, duct tape, teflon, wd40, or any combo of the aforementioned items. Lugers at random is quoted in describing the gun by stating. Find lugers at random by kenyon, charles at biblio.

Get the best deals on luger book when you shop the largest online. New to lugers and this helped a lot as a starter book read more. Isbn 9780945828020 lugers at random direct textbook. This 416 page book is a comprehensive history of the luger pistol. I can attest that there is nothing more sickening then having someone later point out an obvious indication of tinkering on what you thought was a 98 percent pistol. This book is very dated and i wouldnt even recommend it for a novice collector or firearm historian. First published in 1990 lugers at random open library. The luger pistol its history and development signed fred a datig. There are inspector marks all over the weapon in a variety of eagle stamps. There is very very minimal holster wear on the end of the muzzle and the top of the side plate raised portion and side rails. Unless you are interested in other luger time periods, do not waist your time thinking you will cut corners with other reference books. The encyclopedia of the borchardt and borchardtluger handguns, 18851985 by j.

Lugers at random 1st printing 1969 by charles kenyon a. Lugers might be the most faked, redone, and tinkered with group of guns out there. Reviewed in the united states on september 28, 2014. The source of conflict comes primarily in determining whether this 1900 carbine was manufactured for commercial sales or as a prototype. Lugers at random by charles kenyon 1990, hardcover ebay.

It covers hundreds of models and variations from 1898 prototypes through the end of wwii. Shipments to washington state addresses will be charged washington state sales tax of 8. The author has a collection of over 70 lugers, the history of each is carefully detailed with text and black and white photos. Nra endowment life member proud veteran of the naval security group. The complete book of the pistols and revolvers of germany, 1869 to the present by ian hogg click here for more info.

Lugers at random by kenyon jr charles and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lugers at random by charles kenyon, jr signed legacy. Note, spine of book has been repaired with tape per photo. Lugers at random later edition by charles kenyon author 4. Lugers at random by charles kenyon gunboards dot com.

The multinational pistol standard edition by charles kenyon. Identification guide and catalog of many variations of the luger pistol that will be of value to the general collector or dealer as well as to both beginning and advanced luger specialist. This book is a collection of photos and a lot of guessing. The multinational pistol hardcover by kenyon jr, charles. Lugers at random has long been considered the top reference book on luger pistols by collectors and researchers alike. Nice copy in a lightly chipped and rubbed dust jacket.

See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. A lifetime of luger pistols rock island auction company. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Books axis pistols by jan still and lugers at random. It describes the basic differences in models and types and shows side by side photographs to help clarify them. You may remember, about three years ago, we were given the rare privilege of firing gun number two, of which charles kenyon jr. I have another luger book listed lugers at random check it out.

Manufacturing data and model rarity information to aid collectors when buying lugers as an investment. Lugers at random lugers at random has long been considered the top reference book on luger pistols by collectors and researchers alike. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Dust jacket has been placed in removeable plastic cover. View profile view forum posts private message gold bullet member join date sep 2003 location montana. Apr 17, 2009 lugers might be the most faked, redone, and tinkered with group of guns out there. Perfect for firearm collectors, gun shop owners, auction houses, museums, and appraisers, this book helps every luger enthusiast enjoy their hobby more. The information compiled in this book is invaluable to any luger collector altho the author may have thought he was clever in the way he presented the information book is a virtual nightmare if you are doing research on a particular aspect of lugers and their creation and history if you have any interest in lugers, this book is a musthave, but using logic to find something easily, aint. Identification guide and catalog of many variations of the luger pistol that will be of value to the general collector or. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. It has disassembled guns with individual part names and a brief section on proof marks 6 pages. Lynch, paul cover desig and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lugers at random hc book charles kenyon jr 416 pp 1st edition. Dont miss this chance to get your copy of this rare edition at a bargain price.

This book is an identification guide and catalog of the many variations of the luger. Jan sill in his book weimar and early nazi lugers pictures on page 69 and 71 shows the dated simson. This barcode number lets you verify that youre getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. It was published by hand gun pr and has a total of 420 pages in the book. I dont recall the author and my copy is packed up for our move.

This excellent book for luger collectors describes the basic differences. Lugers at random hardcover by charles kenyon click here for more info. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Sturgess is an englishman now residing in switzerland, where he can maintain his collection who has to our knowledge the most comprehensive collection of lugers and contemporary early automatic pistols in the. Make offer lugers at random by charles kenyon 1st 1969. Lugers at random hc book charles kenyon jr 416 pp 1st. Dust jacket worn along edges with some large tears and pieces missing. Lugers at random the luger pistol book both 1st editions, signed. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. This parabellums bore is very good and the gun does not show evidence of being excessively fired. I dont know too many collectors that have not been taken at least once. The socalled 7shot lugers are authenticated by kenyon based on a pistol in the sa museum which kenyon categorically stated was a 7shot. Ive compiled a list of handguns related book available on the web today. This is a vg example of the 1st printing of the 1969 luger reference book.

The box they were shipped in years ago was just opened today. Geoffrey sturgess, a three volume set, is the state of the art, but there are at least three editions 2010 and 2012, 2 in english, 1 in german of that set and right now i cant remember which one is the best. The title of this book is lugers at random and it was written by charles kenyon. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Over 400 pages and over 400 illustratons covering the luger in all its variations. The luger story models and producers explained in details p08. Lugers at random by charles kenyon hand gun press, 1990 simson lugers by edward b. Lugers at random by charles kenyon, jr signed 81719 hardcover book signed by charles kenyon jr. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.

Military antiques and museum bk239 lugers at random book. This book can help any collector determine manufacture, age, rarity etc. Lugers at random book by charles jr kenyon 0 available. Standard catalog of luger pageperfect nook book by. Lugers at random was the first book on lugers that i got. This gun was featured in the aforementioned book lugers at random and since 1969 it has stymied luger collectors. Lugers at random by charles kenyon seller monarchy books published 1969. Lugers at random by kenyon, charles and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lugers at random by charles kenyon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Previous owners name and stamp on front free endpaper. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your.