The Modern Shotgun Volumes I–III by Major Sir Gerald Burrard (1950–1955)

The Modern Shotgun Volumes I–III is a classic and highly regarded three-volume reference work on sporting shotguns and ammunition by Major Sir Gerald Burrard. This complete set comprises Volume I: The Gun (1950 revised edition), Volume II: The Cartridge (1955 revised and enlarged edition, with dust jacket), and Volume III: The Gun and the Cartridge (1950 revised edition).

Long considered one of the definitive works on sporting guns, shotgun mechanics and ammunition, Burrard’s trilogy remains sought after by collectors, shooting enthusiasts and firearms historians. The Modern Shotgun Volumes I–III is bound in the original blue cloth boards with gilt titling to the spines.

Condition – Very Good

Volumes I and III are without dust jackets. Volume II retains its original dust jacket, which shows moderate wear and chipping to the extremities. All three volumes have prior ownership inscriptions in ink on the front endpapers or inner covers. Internally the books are clean and soundly bound, with foxing to the text block edges and occasional light foxing to preliminaries. The blue cloth boards remain attractive and present well on the shelf.