Great book for reference for the collector, but some of the values listed in the books is different than from their website. I.E. Remington 700 Varmint special had $300 value between the two high end listings. Only explanation has to be their website updated the value of it after the book was printed.
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I got this book for my dad because, and I quote, "it'd be nice to have a copy from this century!" His newest edition was from like '93 or something. We were both surprised by the size of this edition and as it's always been, it's a great source of information on dang near every gun ever. If you can't afford the latest edition, I highly recommend this one.
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I am not a gun dealer. I do have a small gun collection. I bought this book as a price guide to help me when I am buying for my collection. I have compared the listed prices and actual selling prices online, at local gun shops and at shows and have found overall that the book prices are considerably lower than what is selling in my local market. The values do give you a baseline in which to work with and something keep in mind when shopping. The reference material is invaluable with the history of the manufactures, date and specification of each and every gun made. I was able to date some of my collection using the data provided in the book. For someone starting out collecting or seriously interested in firearms and their history I would recommend this book.
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Used guns are very tricky to value and dealers are all out for them self's half the time so use this book to give you a good idea of your treasure or it my be better over the fire place - to add if placing over fire place make sure it is not operating take out firing pins or bolt - kids will find ammo and try to make it work in one way or another I know I was young once and luck was on my side, one day.
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The book was in good condition and was exactly as expected.
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