VIS Radom - A Study and Photographic Album of Poland's Finest Pistol - Revised 2021 Color Edition

The new 2021 edition of VIS Radom is a revision of the original that was published a decade ago. The new edition features color photography throughout the book. Color coded banners facilitate locating subject matters like history, accessories, etc. The entire photo gallery has been updated to a color format., close attention was spent to reproduce prewar and wartime bluing and phosphate finishes accurately. This edition features corrections and is further enhanced with a heavier coated paper stock to enhance the feel and overall quality of the book. This book is printed and bound in the USA! Vis Radom is a comprehensive collector's book aimed at detailing all variants of the VIS pistol. William York's analytical approach investigates the origins of the pistol and reveals some new conclusions about what influenced the pistol's designers. Aside from the practical sections, like takedown of the pistol, shooting and collecting the VIS, the author has delved into the history of the pistol and its production. Working with collectors in the U.S. and around the world, a wealth of new historical information has been revealed. Illustrated are many period and wartime documents, period photographs and technical drawings. All these materials greatly contribute to the work which also elaborates into prototypes, model variances, manufacturing changes as well as accessories like holsters, cleaning rods, shoulder-stocks, ammunition, conversion units, etc. Parts and assemblies are discussed and illustrated in detail. A large section of the book is dedicated to the all-color photographic gallery, which gives an uncanny perspective on the entire production including prewar VIS model years as well as the entire wartime production. The wartime galleries illustrate every serial number letter code prefix while showing first hand the deterioration of quality and production simplifications instilled as the war progressed. Other sections include pistols of the Underground and more.