Product Description
The newest 28th edition Blue Book of Gun Values has been extensively revised to include all the new 2007 makes/models, in addition to updating the rising values on both modern guns and antiques. Expanded to 2080 pages, this newest edition also has an enlarged color Photo Percentage Grading System featuring 80 pages of all firearms condition factors commonly encountered. The 28th edition contains over 325,000 firearms prices and one million words of text no other book even comes close! With over one million copies in print, the Blue Book of Gun Values has earned its reputation as the most complete and up-to-date reference work on both modern and antique firearms. Why guess when you can be sure?
Customer Reviews:
Great book.......2007-09-29
Purchased this book for a friend who collects and restores hand guns. He was very impressed with the lay out and detailing of the prices. he recommends this book highly.
excellent.......2007-09-11
Better quantity and quality than I expected and should be very helpful in quantifying the value of my guns...
reference at its best.......2007-09-07
everything that one could ask for. grading scales, values of guns and all the manufacturers and cross-references in one book. what more could you ask for. order was placed and was received before date of expected delivery, great service. thanks
Guns.......2007-08-15
With the ad of the Blue Book of Gun Values I was able to sell off my gun collection at proper prices. I had no idea what any of my guns were worth. I was able to sell them all for a good price
Very helpful.......2007-08-04
This book has eveything you need to get started collecting or even buying and selling guns. It is helpful in learning a grading system and putting a value with it also.
Product Description
In 1946, a slim but fact-filled book hit the hobby scene: R.S. Yeomans Guide Book of United States Coins. This April, Whitman Publishing will release the 60th Anniversary edition of this beloved, best-selling hobby guide, known everywhere as the Red Book. The Red Book prices more than 6,000 coins, with nearly 30,000 individual values. Of course this comprehensive pricing isnt the only reason collectors have made the Red Book one of the top-selling nonfiction titles in publishing history. A solid foundation and 60 years of numismatic scholarship have built what many collectors call the Bible of the hobby a single resource that teaches a little of everything about American coins; a reference jam-packed with facts and figures that researchers go back to time and time again. More than 700 new full-color photographs, updated mintages and coin values, new auction records, additional pattern pieces, expanded coverage of Civil War tokens, and the latest commemoratives, sets, and other coins. Full color throughout; illustrated; 417 pages, edited by Kenneth Bressett.
Customer Reviews:
Foundation book for coins.......2007-09-30
This is the first book a person should buy when entering into coin collecting. It gives a base to prices and where one might start.2008 Guide Book of Us Coins Redbook (Guide Book of United States Coins)
coin book-just what I needed.......2007-05-12
I ordered this book for my son as he is beginning coin collecting. He took up that interest after seeing the collection that my grandfather handed down to me. The book was perfect for showing him what these coins are worth today.
owlwise "comments".......2007-05-07
This is a very comprehensive, filled with pictures, easy to understand and follow guidebook for a beginner, as well as a serious collector.
Can't get by without the 2007 Redbook.......2007-04-06
Just like every other edition of the Red Book for US Coins this edition is well designed and bound (rings). I have had hard cover, paperback style, and the ring bound style redbooks in the past and prefer the ring bound for daily use.
United States Coins 2007.......2007-04-03
I actually found what I was looking for but so enjoyed the book that I read the entire book. Very interesting.
Book Description
Definitive Smith & Wesson identification and pricing reference, includes 350+ full-color photos for improved identification
Smith & Wesson is one of the hottest manufacturers of handguns, offering more new models than any other maker - 39 new products in 2005 alone
Comprehensive coverage of Smith & Wesson firearm line including the only handgun in the world in continuous production since 1899
Smith & Wesson outfitted some of the biggest and boldest gunfighters, both actual and fictional - including Wild Bill Hickock, Buffalo Bill and Dirty Harry - whose exploits are still legendary. Today a renewed Smith & Wesson corporation is back in the front of the pack. Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 3rd Edition combines full color photos with details collectors need to identify and better appreciate all Smith & Wesson firearms. For fans of Smith & Wesson firearms this book is a must-have, with its: *Expert authors who have unique, exclusive access to Smith & Wesson archival material *Easy-to-locate listings organized by model and year of manufacture help to quickly and accurately identify firearms *Rarely seen production and historical notes useful in determining rarity and value
With more than 775 models of Smith & Wesson guns and variations, including many models not found in other firearm-pricing guides, this is the one book for any Smith & Wesson gun-toting fan.
Customer Reviews:
"Must have" book.......2007-07-13
This book has invaluable information for all gun enthusiasts, not only S & W collectors. Very well written and illustrated. A "must have" book.
Indispensible.......2007-07-02
This book is indispensible to the S&W collector. It is the S&W collector's Bible. Worth three times thecost, you need to buy it right now!
Excellent reference and not a clone.......2007-05-31
The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson has proven to be a useful tool, offering better illustration of models and expanded listing of models and details over the more general guides. By comparison, the Standard Catalog provides 70 pages of Smith & Wesson listings, while the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson provides 432. The authors, Jim Supica and Richard Nahas are recognized as long standing experts in Smith and Wesson firearms, in both model identification and value.
The authors did an excellent job of identifying factors unique to S&W in value determination, including how S&W collectors might differ from others. Section One, as an example, covers S&W frame sizes and side plate screw counts, pinned and unpinned barrels and hand ejector models as they relate to model identification. Engraving is organized by artist, by time period and by source. NRA condition classifications are extended further into finish and factory refinish, modifications, serial number integrity and grips. I did not realize there was such a big market for S&W stocks. Not only are stocks addressed, but so are manuals and boxes.
The organization is good. Not appearing strictly in model number order or date of production, S&W revolvers are broken into groups such as "Tip Up", "Top Break", "Single Shot", "Early Hand Ejector", "Modern Hand Ejector", "Semi-Auto....". It really isn't so difficult for even a novice to navigate and there is a good solid model number index at the back of the book. Covered firearms are all S&W handguns through the S&W 460 and S&W 500 chambers, long guns, boxes, cases, and even AR 15 types of current production. Individual model entries are not sketchy. As an example, just one line listings of Model 10 specials and variations went on for two full pages. Model descriptions are very full, unique characteristics in product or packaging indicated, dates of production and production counts are present in each case. To some extend, branded general merchandise is also covered; knives, belt buckles, etc.
The book is an excellent value.
The Smith & Wesson Legend.......2007-05-13
All the revolvers/automatics that made Smith & Wesson famous along with the boxes/accessories that made them "complete" are shown in excellent detail. Serial/model numbers are listed with amazing accuracy along with information about the engineering changes and reason for them. A "must have" for anyone interested in these legendary firearms.
Great Book.......2007-05-13
This guide is the essential book for Smith & Wesson collectors. Written by two fellows that are always willing to respond to questions from anyone about the topic. Must reading
Book Description
Twenty years of research, pains-taking photography, and persistence provided the first, comprehensive catalog in which collectors can view the entire 17th century of world coins. Now in its 3rd edition, this classic reference has been updated and reformatted, providing far more detail than any previous volume.
Every valuation from the second edition has been reviewed and adjusted, providing prices in up to 5 grades of condition. Hundreds of new photographs have been added and vast improvements have been made to the existing images. The specialist, collector, and dealer alike will appreciate all the added features of this completely revised, reformatted, and updated edition.
* Expanded coverage of German States and Central Asia * Clearly identified coinage types * Fully reviewed and updated prices * Political structures outlined
Book Description
Don't Pay Too Much - Don't Sell for Too Little!
The Firearms Price Guide That Gives You MORE
· More Photos!
· More Detailed Descriptions!
· More Values!
Now in its 17th year and completely updated for 2007, this edition of the world-famous Standard Catalog of® Firearms is bigger and better than ever. With entries for virtually all of the world's commercial firearms from the percussion era to the present day, Standard Catalog of® Firearms is the only book you need to identify and price collectible rifles, handguns and shotguns.
For the collector, for the shooter, for the enthusiast, Standard Catalog of® Firearms is the most detailed firearms price guide on the market. If you buy, sell or trade collectible firearms, this is a must-have.
New for 2007:
· "Sleepers": Collectible firearms that are outperforming the market
· Value Trends: Real-Life auction reports showing value ranges
· How to buy and sell on the Internet
Customer Reviews:
A good reference but..........2007-09-08
Not as updated as it would have you believe but still a good reference if you don't already own an earlier version and it does have a lot of photos.
Great visual aid.......2007-05-18
While not the end all of reference guides, when used in combination with other reference guides the book is very useful. The pictures have proven to be invaluable for identifying a certain model or type of firearm.
Helpful & Useful.......2007-05-16
Very useful and full of information. We buy a new book every year to keep up with the pricing, but also to see how our investments have done!!
Good Book.......2007-05-13
I have purchased this book since they started publishing it. I collect guns and this is a great pricing guide. This issue is a little below the standards of previous years. They seem to have changed some subtle things that won't affect the first time buyer but for the perpetual purchaser are disappointing.
Excellent resource.......2007-05-13
Excellant resource however, you still need military gun resource to compliment this as it is deficient in this.
Book Description
-American Numismatic Association -- the largest numismatic organization in the world -- boasts a membership of 30,000+
-Sales of Standard Catalog of World Coins annually top more than 20,000 copies
The mammoth Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-Present is worth its weight in information and up-to-date pricing. This one volume covers the past and the present in 50,000+ illustrations and more than one million current prices.
For world coin collectors serious about their collecting, especially in today's active market, this book offers:
-Comprehensive listing of all current Euro coins
-Up-to-date pricing in up to five grades of condition to aid collectors in keeping collections current
-More than 50,000 fully updated obverse and reverse illustrations
-Reference materials such as a currency conversion schedule, sizing chart, guides for translating foreign languages, and bullion value charts
Customer Reviews:
Good Books........2007-09-13
Yes, I got 1 books. Both were okey. Nicely packed and speedily delivered.
Cem Barlok
Excellent Resource.......2007-09-10
Those who collect world coins from the twentieth century will find this catalog an invaluable resource. Whether it is coins that an ancestor brought home from a war or the left over money from a trip overseas, this catalog will help you quickly identify where it is from, the metal composition of the coin and a general price guide to its current value as a collectible item. There are helpful pictures that show the actual coin you are researching. If you collect 20th century world coins this book is for you. If you have only a few coins to identify you might be better off consulting a friend or a coin dealer who may loan you a copy or let you look through theirs.
world coins.......2007-07-05
It is an excellent collections of coins issued by different countries -- all in one place--it is an historical document compiled very carefully.
I just love it
Big book.......2007-04-08
Good book, lots of updates but many errors.
Pages were missing and some coins aren't listed or mislabeled. Seriously for this price get some new editors.
Background.......2007-03-08
Fine background book for collectors. Also, good references. It would be helpfull if their would be an up-to-date website.
Book Description
*Prices for silver, gold, platinum and palladium are at a 26-year high
*Features 2,000 more high quality coin images from the world's leading auction houses
An indispensable reference for collectors of 19th century coins, this guide delivers descriptive and metallic details plus invaluable pricing, in five grades of condition, for everything from tokens and patterns to sets and standard issues. With prices for classic coins driving the market in Europe, and collector interest driving the prices in Russia, and the significant increase in general coin collecting by the Peoples Republic of China driving the entire market, it's clear there's a world of collectors in need of information only provided by this comprehensive catalog of 19th century world coins.
Customer Reviews:
Standard Catalog of World Coins 1801-1900.......2007-04-11
This publication is essential for anyone buying, selling or evaluating coins.
Been reading it for 49 years.......2007-03-12
This is the most comprehensive coin catalogue and when put together with Catalogue of World Coins 1901 - 2006, it really gives you an accurate picture and value report of what you have in your collection or are thinking about adding to it.
Standard Catalog of World Coins:1801-1900.......2007-01-10
Material is horribly dated. Publication date apparently 2004, using 2001-2003 price date. Effectively useless.
You MUST show date of publication in description of item.
Not likely to buy again.
Content Missing (contained in previous editions)........2007-01-10
Readers will find missing the following (there is probably more):-
Philippines silver 1880-1885
Large amounts of Indonesian &/or Neth. E. Indies.
Egyptian 5 Ghirsh AH1293.
Getting Off to a Good Start and More.......2006-03-22
This is a publication of note. Highly informative for the beginner or seasoned collector there is a certain lure for these magnificent looking coins and abundant information on them. I will have to admit that I was certainly intrigued by this publication and spent several hours rummaging through the information contain herein. I have collected coins on and off for years and this was a good place to start and jump back in to that rewarding and enriching hobby.
Customer Reviews:
U.S.A. Redbook.......2007-09-30
The book is packed with useful information on U.S. coinage, the book was sent promptly and well packaged.
Great resource!.......2007-09-28
This book has detailed color photos, which I've been searching for in helping identify various coins. It is detailed in values and in the history of the various coins. Highly recommend it for US coin collectors.
Good Reference .......2007-08-12
I enjoy the book as a ready referance, I wish they where able to give a little bit more information on specific dates and mintage of the coins.
2008 Guide Book of Us Coins Redbook (Guide Book of United States Coins) (Guide Book of United States Coins) (Hardcover) by R. S........2007-08-10
THE RED BOOK OFFERS MORE,IMFORMATION THAN JUST A PRICE GUIDE.I LIKE THE NEW PHOTO'S THAT CAN BE MOST HELPFUL ON VARIETYS AND ERRORS.I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS BOOK TO A BEGINNER OR A WELL SEASONNED COLLECTOR.
Best Catalog of US Coins and Values: Must Have!!!.......2007-08-10
This is the Best Catalog of US Coins and Price Guide: A Must Have!!!
Well written and easy to use, Well Recommended.
See Also the following for further information on US and World Numismatics:
Standard Catalog of World Coins 1901-2000 (Standard Catalog of World Coins)
Standard Catalog Of World Gold Coins: Platinum and Palladium issues included (Standard Catalog of World Gold Coins)Standard Catalog of World Coins 1801-1900 (Standard Catalog of World Coins 19th Century Edition 1801-1900)
Standard Catalog of World Coins 1701-1800
Standard Catalog of World Coins: 17th Century - 1601-1700 (Standard Catalog of World Coins 17th Century Edition 1601-1700)
2008 Guide Book of Us Coins Redbook (Guide Book of United States Coins) (Guide Book of United States Coins)
Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins: 1795 - 1933, Circulating, Proof, Commemorative, and Pattern Issues
Customer Reviews:
An old standby continues moving along.......2007-08-17
This used to be considered the bible of pricing of vintage watches - it is a tremendous piece of work - however many models are missing and prices
need updating as the economy has changed very much in a few short years.
However for the beginner there is no better book to learn and have
a handy reference to save money and not lose it when buying an old watch
Pocket Watches.......2007-07-19
The book is not perfect, but it is a great bargain for the money. It is reasonably easy to use and yet detailed in the descriptions and explanations. I was able to pick out my watches and establish a value very quickly. I used it for all my eBay purchases. I do recommend this book as a great reference for pocket watches.
Informative Guide to American watches.......2007-07-13
This is a practical guide to watches and their prices. It dwells mostly on American pocket watches, and in this aspect it is most informative. It is less so on European pocket watches and wrist watches, but still manages to cover a lot of ground. The pricing seems accurate as a guideline.
Good Price Guide.......2007-07-08
An excellent guide to watch values. Strongest for American Pocket Watches and weaker IMO for European Pocket watches and for wrist watches, particularly Quartz.
Great - But.......2007-04-16
I appreciate the amount of information in the book and the author's time invested in the update.
One of my major interests is in the Hamilton 992B pocket watch. I noticed that the author drastically changed the dates of manufacture related to the serial numbers. This is very disappointing. The 992B has not been made for 40 years. Why is the author changing the information?
I wanted to purchase a 992B for the year I was born. This reference book has let me down in having assurance of when that actual date was. The 992B serial number for my birth year was 490,000-495,000 now it is 516,000-520,000.
This lends me to loose trust in the book as a reference. Was the former information incorrect or the current information? At least an explanation on why the change was made could have been provided.
The Bottom Line: It is an excellent reference but the watch collecting information presented is subject to change - so don't depend on it.
Book Description
From the undisputed authority on comic book collecting comes the most complete record of existing comic books from the 1800s to the present -- indexed, illustrated, and priced according to condition.
• NEW for 2007: Up-to-date market reports and a new, fully illustrated, comic-style introduction
• A brand-new color section highlighting the top comics and the hidden gems of each comic book era
• Latest and most comprehensive pricing information on comic books, graphic novels, and Big Little books
• Tips on grading, buying, selling comics, as well as terminology and practices
• Features an all-new article on the history of Marvel Comics' Daredevil and an intriguing look at Captain America
Customer Reviews:
It's Great !.......2007-06-11
this book is great. It has almost every comic out there and it has been very useful at determining the value of my collection. I highly reccommend this to anyone.
Comic book lover's delight.......2007-05-12
Far more than a price guide, the OVERSTREET is an essential reference for comic book fans if for nothing more than its history section which is very well researched and illustrated. The phenomena and import of the comic book is at this writing finally being recognized by scholars. The pricing of comics list is exhaustive with a strange exception, HEAVY METAL. I would not find a listing for this beautifully illustrated, extraordinary comic book and I have ten years of them from the 1970s.
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- Box Lunch: The Layperson's Guide to Cunnilingus (Get It on)
- Celtic Art: The Methods of Construction
- Chinese Calligraphy: From Pictograph to Ideogram: the History of 214 Essential Chinese/japanese Characters
- Chinese Ceramics: A New Comprehensive Survey: From the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
- Coin Collecting for Dummies
- Collector's Encyclopedia of Cookie Jars, Book III (Collector's Encyclopedia of Cookie Jars)
- Colonial Massachusetts Silversmiths and Jewelers: A Biographical Dictionary Based on the Notes of Francis Hill Bigelow and John Marshall Phillips
- Complete Price Guide to Watches
- Cracker Jack*r Toys
- Drive A Tractor
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