Signed in blue ink with the best wishes of the author, george madis. Used, the cover shows some light shelf and handling wear, wit. A real 1st edition 1961 the winchester book, by george madis. The lion, named for madison souths mascot, is a bound booklet. The winchester era, 1 of signedautographed by madis. The winchester era bookmadishc collectors 1st edexc. Book the winchester book by george madis signed by author 1961, 1969, and 1971 by george madis. This early work is still the accepted bible on winchesters. To reproduce the book they are going to have to scan every page so i believe. The hunt repeater jennings and smithjennings smith and wesson volcanic arms new haven arms the henry rifle the lever action models. The winchester book 1 of iooo by george madis a signed.
Selected bibliography on firearms nine revolvers from the past exhibit its a material world. The winchester book signed by author george madis for sale. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. A first edition book signed by the author george madis. A ready reference guide for the winchester collector. Winchester 1st edition this beautiful book, by the recognized authority on winchester firearms, tells the complete story of the winchester company and the people who dreamed of and created the guns. Published by american book publishing company, lancaster, texas 1964. Gilt embossed title and embossed winchester 12 on the front cover of the book. Book the winchester book by george madis signed by. The first one i bought was the winchester handbook, signed first edition, from one of mr. The revolver was a rarity until colt and others made a reliable weapon. Buy a cheap copy of winchester model twelve book by george madis. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
What things are made of and why in the national museum of american history. A lot of remembrance came back in getting pictures for the book from schoolmates. The winchester book by george madis, 1961 edition, in english 1st ed. Details about the winchester book madis 1961 first edition big book the winchester book madis 1961 first edition big book item information.
The reason i say this is because of ebays policys of describing listings. Up for sale is the winchester era hard cover book thats signed by george madis. I just spoke with mrs madis over the weekend and it seems the publisher has gone digital. Only a few close family members attended, and winchester reverend alexander. This is an exceedingly rare winchester musket that is described in madis book as the rarest. This book is very informative and interesting to read if you like the repeating rifle that won the west. The winchester book 1 of iooo by george madis a signed copy from usd 20.
Just a follow up to my original post about the madis winchester book. The winchester model twelve by george madis alibris. Winchester firearms exports to france in world war i american. This original 1st edition has 638 pages printed on heavy,gloss paper.
Has some wear marks towards the top spine of the outer cover. This book is in like new condition with a dust cover that shows very minor wear. Please, please check out all the pictures before you. The winchester book madis signed by author mar 30, 2020 e. The winchester book by george madis published by the author dallas texas 1961. The winchester book, 1st edition, 1961 by george madis, signed by author beige cover view item in catalog. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The winchester book winchester rifles forumwinchester. I bought this book to learn more about the rifle, its history, and to trace the year of manufacture by serial number. The magnitude of this sale is appreciated when you realize how few of the special 10 and 12gauge magnum double guns were sold. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. The winchester model 12 heavy duck gun proved itself a.
Set of5 george madis 1 of winchester books signed. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Find the winchester book by madis, george at biblio. I ended up with the main winchester book similar to how you got your books. Buy a cheap copy of the winchester book by george madis.
Inscribed in ink by the author to a collector on the title page. All photographs and illustrations are much clearer than the later editions. In 1956 the us olympic rifle team commissioned ten. Get the best deals on winchester book when you shop the largest. Hardcover with impressed front illustration, no dustjacket. Includes five of madis winchester books the winchester book 1985 the winchester handbookfirst edition 1981 the winchester model 12first edition 1982 the winchester erafirst edition 1984 winchester dates of manufacture1984 all with blue ink signatures all books are in good to excellent condition.
Day 1, firearms, western art, midcentury prices 601. The winchester book, 1st edition, 1961 by george madis. The model 1866 the model 1873 the model 1876 the single shot model the model 1886 the model 71 the model 1887 the model 1901 the model 1892. This of course will probably affect the cost and perhaps even the availability of further issues of the book. It will fascinate all winchester collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts. I ended up with the main winchester book similar to how you got your books brad. The winchester book hardcover january 1, 1961 by george madis author. There are no plans to reprint it the newest printing of the book in which the original. Winchester model 189494 factory records shooters forum. The winchester book by george madis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. I started collecting and shooting the winchester model 1893 lever action rifle. Madison began to study law books on his own in 1773. Winchester book 1961 guns rifle williamson barnes hb no dj gun. This book remains the classic reference for the winchester collector. Eastside covering canal winchester and entire canal winchester school district. The winchester book by madis, george and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
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