Product Description

"More than 100 million Mauser rifles were produced, making it the most successful rifle of all time

Covers 75 years of Mauser military rifle history

Crossover appeal for historians and gunsmiths alike

The ultimate Mauser military rifle reference, this superior guide is packed with more models, all-color photos and Mauser history tailored to the interests and needs of firearms collectors. With more than 50 countries represented, 75 years of Mauser military rifle production is meticulously cataloged with descriptions, historical details, model specifications and markings, for easy identification by collectors. Mauser Military Rifles of the World, 4th Ed. features: *1,300+ compelling color photos, including new never-before-published photos of very rare Mausers, helpful in measuring collectibility *Data about how and where the rifles were in employed in conflict *Alphabetical format gives readers easy access to information

Historical data, coupled with detailed color photos make this guide educational and entertaining!"

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #140739 in Books
• Published on: 2006-12-26
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 448 pages

About the Author
Robert W D Ball is an acknowledged authority on antique military rifles and memorabilia. He has authored a dozen books and travels the world in search of items to add to his collection.

Customer Reviews

Second edition adds depth to the subject
Bob Ball's second edition of Mauser Military Rifles of the World should provide Mauser collectors or enthusiasts with plenty of new and interesting information about this ubiquitous rifle. I greatly enjoyed the photos, they are much better than anything currently out there. The highlight of the book is it's alphabetical listing by nation; no searching for model numbers or years. Finding a rifle is a simple matter of knowing where, roughly, your Mauser came from. I particularly enjoyed the color section. While there was some duplication in the book, it was nothing so terrible as to detract from the overall feel and look of the volume. I found the book to be a good value and a welcome addition to my library. If you like Mausers you will enjoy this book.

Mauser Collector's bible
This book was written to give the collector an overall review of all models and countries where the Mauser military rifles were used. A short history of the countries and of each individual model gives the researcher a fine source of information. Based on the chapter covering my own country (Brazil), I can say that Mr. Ball has made a very good job in writting this book. It is not a book to read from the beginning to the end, but a research source in which you will find a good amount of information before you buy a rifle or to help you catalog your already purchased one. It has helped me a lot (Brazil, alone, has 13 different models!).

best general mauser rifle reference in print
This book is perhaps the best general reference on Mauser military rifles in print. The book is divided alphabetically by country to allow you to quickly find information about the rifle you are looking for. There are black and white pictures of many of the rifles mentioned, as well as several full-color sections.
Because of the wide range of Mausers covered, descriptions and information on each rifle is short and brief.
This book is a must for any and every Mauser collector and enthusiast.