Pistols of the World

From small bore to big bore, nearly every metallic cartridge pistol made since the late 1850s is listed here. Collectors receive the most complete, authoritative, and illustrated reference with more than 3,000 alphabetically categorized handgun listings that feature historical facts, model descriptions, caliber chamberings, manufacturers, and photos.More than 1,000 listings and 20 years of coverage were added since the previous edition.Specific pistols are easily found with the Gundex and the detailed table of contents. A glossary provides definitions and explanations for technical terms listed throughout the book. A special appendix offers explanations of the abbreviations often listed with ammunition.