Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson

From the tiny Model Number One tip-up of 1857 to the original .357 Magnum to today's massive X-frame revolvers, Smith & Wesson stands alone as the world's premier manufacturer of military, sporting and self-defense firearms. In this detailed revision of a timeless classic, authors Richard Nahas and Jim Supica present a fully annotated identification and price guide to the world of Smith & Wesson - revolvers, semi-autos, shotguns, rifles, military arms and other collectibles. If it says "Smith & Wesson" on it, you'll find it in this exhaustively researched volume. 300+ detailed color photos, Accurate, up-to-the-minute pricing, Detailed production data you won't find anywhere else! Interweaving detailed photographs with production and pricing data you won't find anywhere else, Nahas and Supica paint a magnificent portrait of one of America's legendary gunmakers. For the collector, for the historian, for the enthusiast, there is only one Standard Catalog of[Registered] Smith & Wesson. Book jacket.