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The Book of Rifles – Classic illustrated firearms reference work covering the development, mechanics, and history of military and sporting rifles from around the world.
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The Book of Rifles by W. H. B. Smith and Joseph E. Smith is regarded as one of the classic mid-20th century reference works on rifles and firearm development. Published by The Stackpole Company in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, this substantial and authoritative volume became an essential reference for collectors, gunsmiths, military historians, hunters, and sporting shooters alike. This example is the 1965 second printing of the third edition, originally revised and expanded in 1963.
The Book of Rifles provides an extensive overview of military and sporting rifles from numerous countries and periods, examining their historical development, technical specifications, mechanisms, calibres, and operational use. Richly illustrated throughout, the book discusses bolt-action rifles, semi-automatic systems, target rifles, sporting arms, and notable military service rifles that shaped modern firearm history. The authors were highly respected authorities in the field, and their detailed technical explanations helped establish this title as a standard firearms reference for decades.
Collectors of military history, Boer War and World War material, sporting firearms, and NRA-related publications continue to seek out editions of this title due to its practical information and historical importance. The attractive faux leather binding also gives the volume strong shelf appeal, making The Book of Rifles suitable both as a working reference and as part of a curated firearms or military library.
An increasingly desirable vintage firearms reference book, particularly for collectors interested in classic American firearm literature and military rifle evolution.
Condition – Very GoodÂ
1965 hardcover edition in very good condition. Faux leather boards remain clean and attractive overall with light general shelf wear and minor handling marks. Binding is sound and secure. Internally clean and well preserved with no major defects noted. A solid and collectible vintage firearms reference work.
