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What makes a heavy machine gun designed and developed in the latter days of World War I still relevant to modern militaries? Reliability, durability and longevity, coupled with a hard-hitting, accurate .50-caliber cartridge designed specifically for this machine gun from the .30-06 cartridge - one of the most successful, versatile and popular rifle cartridges ever. developed.

In 1918, as the German military developed thicker armor plate to withstand hits from American rifle cartridges, American firearms genius John Moses Browning was tasked with designing a heavy machine gun to fire a new .50-caliber cartridge capable of penetrating that armor. Browning came up with his famous .50-caliber M2 heavy machine gun, known affectionately to doughboys, GIs, grunts, aircrews, sailors and devil dogs as "Ma Deuce."

This latest edition of the U.S. Army FM 23-36 Browning .50-caliber manual includes an extensive foreword that outlines the history and development of the M2 and its use by the military forces of at least 90 countries throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. This is a must-read for anyone ­interested in the operation and maintenance of this incredible weapon.
$14.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-667-6 266 pages 8.5" x 11" photos

Jeff Cooper was a legend of American firearms, one of the greatest spokesmen, philosophers and practitioners of skill-at-arms of our time. Equally appreciated for his skills with the pen and with a good story, C Stories is one of his later collection of tales, observations and opinions from an extraordinary lifetime of adventure.

Sit back and enjoy as the Colonel recounts stories about the early days of IPSC and the evolution of practical shooting competition; great sergeants with whom he has had the privilege of serving and what made them masters of their vital job; rifle etiquette in the field and in camp; discipline and cowardice in wartime; the attraction and adventure of hunting in Africa; and, of course, great guns: the Scout Rifle, the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR), and "United States Pistol, Caliber .45, Model of 1911." Quite simply, C Stories is Jeff Cooper at his best.
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The late Jeff Cooper was one of the true pioneers of weaponcraft in the US. His numerous accomplishments include founder of Gunsite Ranch, editor at large of Guns & Ammo magazine, winner of the Outstanding American Handgunner award in 1995, Rangemaster Emeritus of the US Practical Shooting Assn. and long-time member of the board of directors of the National Rifle Assn.
$50.00
Hardcover 978-0-9655409-1-9 316 pages 6" x 9" illustrations

Fireworks is a collection of wild, hilarious, shocking and always meaningful tales from the remarkable life of an American firearms legend. Mount up and ride along with Jeff Cooper as he fights the Japanese in the Pacific, hunts giant Cape buffalo in Africa, recounts the exploits of such fighting men as Wild Bill Hickock and Medal of Honor winner Colonel Herman Henry Hanneken and much more.

The late Jeff Cooper was one of the true pioneers of weaponcraft in the US. His numerous accomplishments include founder of Gunsite Ranch, editor at large of Guns & Ammo magazine, winner of the Outstanding American Handgunner award in 1995, Rangemaster Emeritus of the US Practical Shooting Assn. and long-time member of the board of directors of the National Rifle Assn.
$27.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-996-4 192 pages 8.5" x 11" illustrations

The time to prepare is now. In the race against the firearm roundup in the U.S., gun owners who refuse to give up the freedoms that are their birthright must take their weapons underground—bury them—before it's too late. Ragnar will show you how to do it right.

Ragnar Benson is America's most-esteemed survival expert. He has written more than 20 books for Paladin throughout the years on a variety of topics covering everything from weapons to politics to survival medicine.
$15.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-583-6 104 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos

Maj. Charles Askins (father of Col. Charles Askins) had a well-deserved reputation as the foremost American authority on shotguns and bird shooting during his long career as a hunter and writer on sporting subjects. Shotgun-ology: A Handbook of Useful Shotgun Information, originally published in 1926, is a brief review of shotguns, ammunition, the fitting of guns, the effectiveness of various gauges and other information that a shooter needs to know -- or is just curious about. Most important, it is a timeless study of bird-shooting techniques.

While guns and loads have changed a bit during the past century, the ability to hit a flying bird is the heart of shotgunning, and experienced and novice shooters alike will find answers in Shotgun-ology to many of their questions. Paladin is pleased to be able to offer this classic shooting handbook -- with an illuminating foreword by the major's grandson, William Askins -- to today's shotgun enthusiasts.
$10.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-624-9 66 pages 5.5" x 8.5"

Whether you're on the battlefield or protecting your home, the shotgun's ability to lay down massive, deadly fire at close ranges makes it an ideal combat weapon. In this comprehensive guide, noted firearms author Duncan Long reviews more than 150 shotguns - from basic sporter models to state-of-the-art military weapons to exotic designs that never left the production floor - and addresses the strengths and limitations of each.

Since the 1987 release of the original edition of Streetsweepers, Long has monitored the continual revisions, improvements and innovations in the field of shotgun design. Here he describes the combat tactics that every shotgunner needs to know; examines every type of shotgun to help you determine which is best for your needs; explains every aspect of shotgun ammunition, including how to choose the right gauge and shot, decipher the terminology and use special-purpose rounds such as flechettes and tear-gas projectiles; and gives expert instruction on customizing shotguns, telling you what you must know about the 1994-2004 assault weapon ban before you choose or modify your gun.

Longtime shotgun owners and novices alike will find a wealth of information in this revised, updated edition of the ultimate guide to combat shotguns.

Duncan Long is an internationally recognized nonfiction and fiction writer of countless books and magazine articles on weapons and warfare. He is a best-selling Paladin author, with more than 20 firearms manuals in print.
$29.95
Softcover 978-1-58160-436-8 224 pages 8.5" x 11" illustrations

More than 130 years after its introduction, the Gatling is a force to be reckoned with. After being declared obsolete in 1911, it staged an impressive comeback as the Vulcan in the 1950s, terrified the Vietcong in the jungles of Vietnam and contributed to the swift defeat of Iraqi troops in the liberation of Kuwait. It will no doubt play a vital military role well into the 21st century, and this is the definitive book on its history, development and technology.
$25.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-579-2 136 pages 8.5" x 11" photos, illust.

Under Soviet rule, Russian small arms designers developed some of the most innovative small arms and ammo in history: underwater weapons; weapons that used silent ammo; whole families of rifles, pistols, shotguns and grenade launchers of truly advanced design favored by SPETSNAZ and the revolutionary new AN-94 assault rifle that is destined to replace the AK-74. This book contains detailed descriptions, specs and illustrations of the AN-94, PSS silent pistol, Bizon SMG, Saiga-12 tactical shotgun, GP-25 grenade launcher and more.

Charlie Cutshaw is a well-known U.S. authority on military small arms. He is an editor for Jane's and contributing author for other military and firearms publications.
$29.95
Softcover 978-1-58160-534-1 160 pages 8.5" x 11" illustrations

More than 40 years after its fielding, the RPG-7 remains a deadly force to be reckoned with. A recent Army study revealed that more than 50% of U.S. Army casualties in Operation Iraqi Freedom were caused by the RPG-7. Every ground tactical vehicle in the current theater of operations, with the possible exception of the M1A2 tank, is vulnerable to this weapon. Having been manufactured in enormous quantities in both the Soviet Union and China and then exported all over the world, the RPG-7 is still and will remain a threat to U.S. military equipment and personnel for the foreseeable future. In this exclusive English translation of the Soviet military manuals, James Gebhardt presents the maintenance and operational information for both the RPG-2 and the RPG-7. A must for anyone interested in military operations, past present and future.

Major James F. Gebhardt is a retired U.S. Army officer who served as an enlisted infantryman (1966-69), armor officer (1974-83) and Soviet foreign area officer (1984-91). Gebhardt performed military duty in the Soviet Union and has escorted numerous Soviet scientific, military and diplomatic personnel on U.S. military installations in the United States.
$20.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-567-9 142 pages 8.5" x 11" illustrations

The Uzi, MAC-10 and TEC-9 submachine guns: are they really the ultimate in weaponry? Get the straight story from Duncan Long, including specs, ammo, aiming devices, maintenance, accessories and his view of the state of the SMG in today's weapons wars.

Duncan Long is an internationally recognized nonfiction and fiction writer of countless books and magazine articles on weapons and warfare. He is a best-selling Paladin author, with more than 20 firearms manuals in print.
$25.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-523-2 136 pages 8.5" x 11" photos, illust.

Combat mind-set, proper sighting, tactical residential architecture, nuclear war – these are some of the many subjects explored by Jeff Cooper in this illustrated anthology. The author discusses various arms, fighting skills and the importance of knowing how to defend oneself, and one's honor, in our rapidly changing world.

The late Jeff Cooper was one of the true pioneers of weaponcraft in the US. His numerous accomplishments include founder of Gunsite Ranch, editor at large of Guns & Ammo magazine, winner of the Outstanding American Handgunner award in 1995, Rangemaster Emeritus of the US Practical Shooting Assn. and long-time member of the board of directors of the National Rifle Assn.
$35.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-973-5 384 pages 5.5" x 8.5" illustrations

For more than 20 years, Peter G. Kokalis has traveled the globe – often risking enemy fire – to bring his readers more exclusives than any other writer on small arms. In this comprehensive anthology of his best articles from Soldier of Fortune and Fighting Firearms magazines, you'll get authoritative reviews and detailed information on dozens of handguns, rifles, SMGs, sniper rifles and shotguns. You'll also travel with Kokalis as he trains El Salvador's Atlacatl Battalion and goes where no Western writer has gone before for his groundbreaking eight-part series examining the weapons of the Chinese army. This is a must-read for anyone interested in modern weapons.

Peter G. Kokalis, one of the world's foremost authorities on small arms, is the senior editor for The Small Arms Review
$45.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-122-0 406 pages 8.5" x 11" photos

A culmination of hands-on evaluations and historical research spanning four decades, Weapons Evaluations for the Armed Professional and Advanced Collector is a sweeping professional analysis of some of the best combat firearms ever fielded by frontline troops around the globe. Small-arms expert Alan C. Paulson takes the perspective of tactician, end user, scientist, historian, ballistician and journalist to thoroughly examine the combat capabilities of the most advanced handguns, shotguns, tactical carbines, sniper rifles and .50 calibers in the world, from groundbreaking guns of the famed OSS during World War II to today's cutting-edge hardware doing duty in the War on Terror.

Whether the mission is a dynamic entry against armed hostiles, close-quarters combat under rugged battlefield conditions, discreet "wet work" in a foreign capital or an ultra-long-range takedown across the desert sands, the weapons featured in this book have been called on by elite military units, police tactical teams and covert operatives to get the job done.

Research scientist Alan C. Paulson is the suppressor technology editor for The Small Arms Review and a member of the Institute for Research on Small Arms in International Security, the National Defense Industrial Association and numerous other professional societies.
$45.00
Softcover 978-1-58160-533-4 372 pages 8.5" x 11" photos