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*1st Edition* of Volume 1 of ‘The Blitz Then And Now’. BO 426. - BO 426
A 1st Edition* of Volume 1 of ‘The Blitz Then And Now’ (1987) researched by Micheal Ockden, Colonel Roy. M. Stanley II and Jean Paul Pallud. As a direct source of the day to day effects of Luftwaffe operations over Britain at the time, the book utilises extracts from the 24-hour log compiled by the Ministry of Home Security, and this provides a contemporary diary of events as they affected the Homefront. Hardback with slip, 336 illustrated pages. An informative book in very good condition. The price includes UK delivery. BO 426.
£95.00

*1st Edition* Last Hope, The Blood Chit Story by ‘R.E.Baldwin & Thomas Wm. McGarry. BO 425 - BO 425
A 1st Edition of ‘Last Hope, The Blood Chit Story’ by ‘R.E.Baldwin & Thomas Wm. McGarry published in 1997 by ‘Schiffer Military History’ books. More than three quarters of a century ago, in the skies over what are now Afghanistan and Pakistan, Royal Air Force flyers began carrying documents written in languages of the area promising to reward native peoples for the safe return of airman who were forced down amongst them. The descendants of those documents, known as ‘Blood Chits’ are routinely carried by both British and American air crews on operations worldwide. This book is the illustrated history of ‘Blood Chits’ from their infancy at the dawn of the air age through their maturity at the close of WWII. Hardback with slip, 219 illustrated pages. Included are three rare and original ‘Blood Chits’ printed on silk. An excellent piece of history for the collector/enthusiast. The price includes UK delivery. BO 425
£155.00

A Brand New Set of Four Books for Modellers & Researchers Covering ‘PZ.Kpfw. V Panther, Hetzer & G-13, M5A1 Stuart Tanks and also the Messerschmitt Me 262. BO 424 - BO 424
Four brand new sealed books. 1: PZ.Kpfw. V Panther by Arkadiusz Wróbel and Robert Wróblewski. Paperback, sealed approx. 20 illustrated pages. 2: Hetzer & G-13 by George Parada, Robert Wróblewski, Mike Koenig and Stefan Draminski. Paperback, sealed approx. 40 illustrated pages. 3: M5A1 Stuart by Krzysztof Mucha and George Prada. Paperback, sealed, approx. 40 illustrated pages. 4: Messerschmitt Me 262 In Defence if the Third Reich by Marek J. Murawski. Paperback, sealed, approx 40 illustrated pages. All of these books were published by ‘Kagero’ in c2010 and are not currently available to purchase at any retailers. Invaluable to the modeller or researcher. The price includes UK delivery. BO 424.
£95.00

Two Scarce Books, One on ‘French Military Weapons 1717-1938’ & One a 1st Edition of ‘British Pistols & Guns 1640-1840’. BO 423. - BO 423
A 1st edition (1951) ‘British Pistols & Guns 1640-184’ by Ian Glendenning. *spine slightly loose*The firearms illustrated and discussed in this work are all, as far as possible, of good quality ; military weapons have been avoided where possible and also the immense number of variations and ‘freaks’ that have appeared since the 17th century. Hardback with slip, 195 illustrated pages. A 2nd edition limited to 2000 copies (1973) ‘French Military Weapons 1717-1938’ by Major James Hicks. In presenting his efforts on French Ordnance, as set in the book, ably assisted by Mr Andre Jandot in his drawings of over 80 original plates. Hardback with cover, 281 illustrated pages. Both books are in very good condition. The price includes UK delivery. BO 423.
£140.00

Two Books Covering the ‘MP40’ Sub-Machine Gun. BO 421. - BO 421
The first book is a detailed history, from the early beginnings of the MP18. MP28, MP34 & MP38 to the final version of the MP40 and covers every detail of the weapon, its accessories and its manufacturers. It has profuse illustrations and scholarly text. The book is called ‘Blitzkrieg’ The MP40 machinepistole of WWII by Frank Iannamico published in 2003. The second book is the ‘MP40 Sub-Machine gun’ by Mike Ingram, which again is profusely illustrated with detailed cutaways, full colour artwork and photographs of the weapon. A desirable pair of books for any collector or researcher with an interest in this iconic weapon. The price includes UK delivery. BO 421.
£125.00

A Set of Five Books Relating to German Uniforms, Badges and Daggers. BO 420 - BO 420
1: 2nd corrected edition from 1969 of Andrew Mollo’s ‘Uniforms of the SS’ Allgemeine-SS 1923-1945 Volume 1. Much has been written about the S.S. since the end of the war, both apologising for, and enlarging upon its unenviable reputation. This is not such a book. It deals only with the appearance of an organisation which in the midst of the twentieth century, enthusiastically re-created a military order reminiscent of the dark ages. Hardback 73 illustrated colour & black and white pages. 2: *Scarce* ‘Daggers and Insignia of the S.S. 1933-45. Paperback 10 illustrated pages. 3: *Scarce* Early 1965 ‘A Guide to Nazi Daggers, Swords and Bayonets’ by F.J. Stephens. Despite the scarcity of suitably illustrated literature, the interest in collecting ‘Nazi’ dress weapons is increasing. This book gives an in-depth illustrated description of ‘Nazi’ daggers, swords and bayonets. Paperback, 55 illustrated pages. 4: A ‘Time Life’ The Third Reich Series on the S.S. The book covers the in-depth history of the S.S. from 1923-1945. A beautifully illustrated book from the editors of Time-Life books. Hardback, 192 colour and black white pictures. 5: Insignia, Decorations and badges of the Third Reich and occupied countries by R.Kahl. On behalf of the military collector’s service, the author worked on this book of all known Uniforms and badges of the Third Reich, the intention being to present details of general uniforms, insignia, badges, awards and uniforms accessories worn during the Third Reich. Hardback, 134 illustrated pages. The price for this rare collection of books includes UK delivery. BO 420.
£145.00

A Set of Four Books Describing Regimental and Home front Badges and Medals. BO 419 - BO 419
1: 1st Edition ‘Doing Their Bit’ home front lapel badges – 1939-1945 by Jon Mills. The lapel badge or back badge is perhaps the most commonly encountered souvenir of the civilian war effort in the UK between 1939 and 1945, primarily because of its size. This book covers a whole plethora of such badges and medals. 253 illustrated pages, plastic binder. 2: Formation badges of World War 2 – Britain, Commonwealth and Empire by Howard Cole. Although the practice of wearing distinctive signs or badges goes back to earliest times – ‘It was Carians who first taught the wearing of crests on their helmets and devices on their shields’. Hardback 187 illustrated pages with slip. 3: Honours and awards to Bedfordshire Yeomanry and artillery units by Bedfordshire Yeomanry and Artillery Historical Trust. 35 pages- plastic binder. 4: Regimental Badges by Major T.J. Edwards. This book deals only with cap badges. It was compiled during the years 1946-1950, a transitional period when a number of regiments and corps were modifying their badges, and some were modifying their unit titles, especially the Territorial Army, on conversion from one arm to another. Hardback-358 illustrated pages with slip. This collection is a must for the collector/enthusiast. The price includes UK delivery. BO 419.
£125.00

*Scarce* The ‘M1 Garand’ 1936-1957-4th Edition of 2005 by Joe Poyer & Craig Riesch. BO 418. - BO 418
A near mint paperback 4th edition (2005) copy of ‘The M1 Garand 1936-1957’ by Joe Poyer & Craig Riesch. A superb book by North Cape Productions regarding an iconic American rifle. It covers all aspects of the rifle and its accessories and has become the standard work on the subject. This book is selling for approximately $250 in America. 256 illustrated pages. UK delivery is included for this scarce and desirable book. BO 418
£145.00

A Set of Two Books : English, Irish & Scottish Firearms Makers by ‘A.Merwyn Carey’ and Boothroyds Revised Directory of British Gunmakers by ‘Geoffrey & Susan Boothroyd’. BO 416 - BO 416
These two books list thousands of Gunmakers with addresses and details from the 16th century to the end of the 19th century and are invaluable to collectors and researchers. Boothroyds – hardback, 412 pages with illustrations near perfect condition 2nd Edition published in 1997. A.Merwyn Carey- hardback with slip, 120 pages with illustrations. The book represents 33 years of careful and diligent research, collecting and inspecting old firearms, published 1967. The price includes UK delivery. BO 416.
£145.00

*Very Scarce* Set of Four Hardback 1st Editions. Bayonets of the World Volume 1, 2, 3 & 4 by Paul Kiesling. 19402:18 - 19402:18
A Set of Four nearly perfect Hardback 1st Editions ‘Bayonets of the World Volume 1, 2, 3 & 4 by Paul Kiesling’ complete with dust covers. Bayonets of the world presents an extensive guide to the weapons, both commonplace and rare, produced throughout the world and over seven hundred pieces are illustrated together with their scabbards and accessories. The large format has been chosen to give the greatest emphasis to the authors meticulous drawings, executed to a constant scale so that the bayonets relatives sizes are immediately obvious, while the text details dimensions and history of the bayonets and their guns. A4 sized hardback books with covers with illustrated detail, v1 approx 135 pages, v2 131 pages, v3 136 pages and v4 189 pages. A rare opportunity to purchase a set of four 1st edition volumes from a highly respected author. The price includes UK delivery. 19402:18.
£125.00
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