The Belgian Browning Pistols 1889-1949

Anthony Vanderlinden

Wet Dog Publications

Holsters and Shoulder-stocks of the World is a visual reference guide to help identify the many holsters and shoulder-stocks that were used through time with various pistols (including Colt, FN Browning, Luger, Mauser, Nambu, Bergmann, Steyr, Mannlicher, Webley &amp; Scott, Inglis, CZ, MAS, MAB, Glisenti, Husqvarna, Sauer, Beretta, and many more). This work covers a period form the 1890s to the modern 1960s. About 500 holsters ans shoulder-stocks will be documented in this first edition. Pistols are listed by make and model. The user guide references the countries which used the holsters so that collectors can instantly refer to either a pistol model or country or use.

Holsters and Shoulder Stocks of the World

Wet Dog, 2005

FN Browning Pistols, Side-Arms that Shaped World History reflects the continued work of Anthony Vanderlinden on the topic of FN Browning Pistols. This new book includes information found in the original issue titled Belgian Browning Pistols and expands into more variants and details geared toward collector interests. It includes detailed chapters on FN Browning Models 1899, 1900, 1903, 1905 (06) Vest-Pocket, 1910, 1922, Baby, 1935 High Power, 110, 115, 120, 125, 135 and 140, as well as the Husqvarna Model 1907.More than 80 contracts and variants are featured. Factory engraving samples as well as special commercial pistols such as extended barrel variants are illustrated. An overview shows the Browning Arms Co. distributed models like the High Power, Baby, Model 1955 and 10/71.All of John Browning's handmade prototypes are pictured and illustrate the models manufactured by Colt and FN.This book includes the history of Fabrique Nationale, information on Liège proofs, military acceptance markings as well FN's dealer network and how FN products were distributed worldwide.Significant historical pistols are featured including those owned by President Teddy Roosevelt, King Albert I, General Martinez of El Salvador and John Browning among others. Also included is new information on Gavrilo Princip and the pistol that started World War I.It includes comprehensive chapters on FN during World War II. Much of this information has never been published in English and constitutes the most complete write-up on FN's wartime production, resistance activities, lunch box specials, etc. All wartime pistol variants are examined in detail.Specific elements aid collectors in identifying production periods, model variants and modern frauds.The book explains many popular misconceptions on FN pistols. More than 1000 photographs illustrate this comprehensive book!

FN Browning Pistols: Side-Arms that Shaped the World History

The Browning Auto-5 Shotguns is the first book ever to cover the history, model variations, accessories and production dates of the legendary Browning Auto-5 shotgun.The authors; H.M. Shirley, Jr. and Anthony Vanderlinden combined their knowledge in specific areas to make this publication possible.This publication is to date the only reference book on the Auto-5 (A-5) shotgun prepared entirely with the extensive cooperation and support of Browning, FN Herstal, the Ogden UT, Browning museum and the Liege Firearms museum.This reference is the only accurately researched book on the Auto-5 (A-5) shotgun and its production.The purpose of the book is not only to introduce the many models and details of the Auto-5 (A-5), but also to give the collector the first and only accurate method in dating a specific Auto-5 (A-5) shotgun.Just a bit of the information found in The Browning Auto-5 Shotguns:1-The History of FN, (Fabrique Nationale)2- John M. Browning and the Browning Arms Company.3- The Creation of the Auto-5: From patent dates and numbers to prototypes. 4- The initial order of 10,000: A detailed analysis of the first order that John Moses Browning ordered with FN in 1903 and how many actually were shipped to the United States. 5- Serial Numbers: The first an only available accurate published record of serial numbers for all Auto-5 guns in all gauges.6- Proofmarks: A historical review of the Belgian proofing system, as well as a detailed account of each proofmark and explanation as found on Auto-5 (A-5) shotguns.7- Component Parts: Each relative part of the Auto-5 (A-5) shotgun is reviewed and changes and introduction dates on the changes is explained. 8- Models: All models are clearly discussed with their variations and introduction dates.9- Boxes, Cases and Hang tags.10- Engraving patterns: From the early custom "One of a kind" Auto-5 shotguns to the later special grade Auto-5 (A-5) shotguns.

Browning Auto-5 Shotguns, The Belgian FN Production - Revised, Second Edition

H.M. Shirley, Jr.

Title: FN Browning Pistols, Side-arms that Shaped World History - Expanded Second Edition Author: Anthony Vanderlinden Size: 8.75" x 11.25" (22 x28 cm.) Printed and bound in the USA!So what is new in the 2013 edition... 416 pages with 1645 color and B&amp;W photographs Expanded Biographies chapter Expanded Production Processes and Procedures, especially engraving department Expanded Sales Network and Variants of Agent and Dealer markings Presentation pistols Entire color chapter on factory and military instruction manuals Entire color chapter on factory boxes and presentation cases Entire color chapter on holsters Color section on factory high-grade engraved pistols Expanded Belgian military Model 1900 section New chapter on Colt Model 1903 in Belgian service Revised and expanded chapters on Russian and German use of Model 1900 pistol Expanded contracts on FN Model 1903: Estonian, Salvadoran and Paraguay use Expanded Model 1905 variants and development history Expanded Model 1910 sections on Belgian use, Yugoslav police use and postwar contracts Factory engraved Model 1922 pistols Expanded Dutch, Greek, Danish contracts / variants of the Model 1922 Transition WaA613, WaA103, WaA140 Model 1922 pistols Expanded E/N commercial section and post liberation section on Model 1922 pistols Expanded Baby chapter High Power shoulder-stock buyer's identification guide: prewar, postliberation, postwar + copies The Prewar Commercial High Power with fixed sights Expanded section on Belgian military / Israeli military use of the High Power

FN Browning Pistols, Side Arms that Shaped the World History: Expanded Second Edition

Wet Dog

Hardbound 412 numbered pages and 16 unnumbered pages, totaling 428 pages Library boundMore than 1200 color and black and white photosDescription for FN Mauser Rifles, Arming Belgium and the WorldThis is the only book on the history, models, variations, contracts, and accessories of all Mauser rifles and carbines as built by Fabrique Nationale and Belgian arsenals. The book covers the classic line of FN's military Mauser rifles and carbines including contracts for the Model 1889, the Spanish Mauser (1893), Model 1922, Model 1924, Model 1930, and variants. Belgian arsenal models like the Model 1935 and 89/36 are covered as well. Training rifles such as the Model 1905 and postwar Model 1930 variants are discussed among other single shot sporting rifles. The line of FN Deluxe and Supreme sporting rifles, especially variants imported into the United States, are part of the sporting section. Much attention was spent on documenting and illustrating FN and Belgian bayonets and explaining common misconceptions. Chapters further cover the history of Fabrique Nationale, the Belgian arsenals, wartime production, and the surprising role of the Belgian riflemen with their Model 1889 Mauser rifles in the Great War. Hardbound 412 numbered pages and 16 unnumbered pages, totaling 428 pages Library boundMore than 1200 color and black and white photosDescription for FN Mauser Rifles, Arming Belgium and the WorldThis is the only book on the history, models, variations, contracts, and accessories of all Mauser rifles and carbines as built by Fabrique Nationale and Belgian arsenals. The book covers the classic line of FN's military Mauser rifles and carbines including contracts for the Model 1889, the Spanish Mauser (1893), Model 1922, Model 1924, Model 1930, and variants. Belgian arsenal models like the Model 1935 and 89/36 are covered as well. Training rifles such as the Model 1905 and postwar Model 1930 variants are discussed among other single shot sporting rifles. The line of FN Deluxe and Supreme sporting rifles, especially variants imported into the United States, are part of the sporting section. Much attention was spent on documenting and illustrating FN and Belgian bayonets and explaining common misconceptions. Chapters further cover the history of Fabrique Nationale, the Belgian arsenals, wartime production, and the surprising role of the Belgian riflemen with their Model 1889 Mauser rifles in the Great War.

FN Mauser Rifles : Arming Belgium and the World

Title: FN Browning Pistols, Side-arms that Shaped World History - Expanded Third Edition (2022), now in a 2-volume set with 840 pages - Author: Anthony Vanderlinden - Size: 9.25" x 12.25" - Printed and bound in the USA! The 3rd edition is a departure from previous editions, all in color, with more than double the page count and content in a 2-volume set with 2,790 color and B&W photographs. Major expansions include biographies of key individuals - New information on John Browning & FN - Expanded information on FN's dealer network and agents - Detailed coverage of grip variants and magazines. Expanded information on models, variants, contracts - Expanded information on FN during World War II: occupation & resistance activities - More than 120 pages are dedicated to accessories. Warnings throughout the book alert collectors on reproductions. The third edition sets a new standard on information for FN Browning Pistols including the Models 1899, 1900, 1903, 1905 (06), 1910, 1922, Grand Browning, High Efficiency, High Power and Husqvarna 1907 among other models.

FN Browning Pistols - Sidearms that Shaped World History, 3rd Edition, 2 Volume Set, 2022

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