Another excellent book on the model 1911 is scott meadows u. Complete military history development and production. The small clawson does have a little more info, but this is indeed the bible for 1911 service pistols, and has aided me in the purchase of the rarer 1911s, usmc, navy pistols, early production 1911s. Dont forget to check out the reference materials sticky at the top of this subforum. Clawson book i bought 3 copies of the big book when it was first published. Models of 1911 and 1911a1 0963397192 by clawson, charles w. Have many friends who use this book as a source when buying an expensive 1911. An absolute must for the serious colt 1911 collector. Since the hard cover version seems to completely supersede the soft cover one, i no longer have a need. The development of the colt model of 1911, by william h. This is not the big book, but a paperback installment by clawson and a. This book contains 429 pages loaded with information on the development and production of the famous colt military pistol. Clawsons big book discussion in collectors corner started by melter942, mar 2, 20. The book is in very good condition with only minor wear and a little discoloration to the sleeve.
Models of 1911 and 1911a1, and collectors guide to colt. I have this book, first edition, the big book on colt. Long clawson is a village and former civil parish, now in the parish of clawson, hose and harby, in the melton district, in the county of leicestershire, england. The small clawson does have a little more info, but this is indeed the bible for 1911 service pistols, and has aided me in the purchase of the rarer 1911 s, usmc, navy pistols, early production 1911 s. Bady at a gun store in tennessee a couple weeks ago, and this week i received a copy of the government models. This book remains in excellent as new condition with its original dust jacket cover. The model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial. Milk from local dairy farms is used for production of stilton cheese, of which the long clawson dairy is one of the largest producers. What you are bidding is a like new clawson big book. Charles clawsons clawsons collectors guide to colt. Clawson guide to colt 45 service pistols 1911addicts. The first m1911 book i bought was the soft cover edition of clawsons collectors guide from 1993.
Have many friends who use this book as a source when buying an expensive. A thick softcover collectors guide covering most military and commercial. Colt 45 service pistols models of 1911 and 1911a1 charles clawson big book ebay. Yeah its high but if your gonna get into collecting the old war horse its worth it and correct. I have collected 1911 s for 45 years, and this is the definitive book. No longer in print, these books are increasingly hard to find, especially in this condition. A fine and desirable 1993 copy of the bible on colt. Complete military history, development, and production 1900 through 1945.
Clawson hardcover, 146 pages, published 2003 by clawson publications isbn. I have collected 1911s for 45 years, and this is the definitive book. In 1993 he brought out the collectors guide to colt. I have clawsons 146 page 3rd edition, which looks like a small book to me. Not sure i follow you, but what is referred to as the big book was the first book published by clawson, in 1991, and is 429 pages. The downside is that demand for it is high and so are the prices. I am somewhat puzzled by the term clawsons big book. Charles clawson collectors guide 1911 and 1911a1 colt service pistols b charles clawson. This is the volume dedicated to commercial and foreign military versions of the model 1911 pistol as opposed to the big book for u.
The clawson book will give you the history about the 1911 and the 1911a1 and what certain things mean. Complete military identification, including all contractors by charles w. The paperback of the collectors guide to colt fortyfive service pistols. Clawson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Im aware of no gun book sellers who still have brand new copies of this very rare book so dont miss it i have just the one. The first m1911 book i bought was the soft cover edition of clawson s collectors guide from 1993. It is written in a different format than the books by clawson, but presents most of the. Claws on hardcover, 429 pages, published 1993 by charl e s w claws on isbn. The collectors guide has since been reprinted twice, in 1998 and 2003. The big book is a virtual 1911 collectors bible, but unfortunately copies are now priced so high that most folks don. No reserve an absolute must have for the collector of u. Complete military identification, including all contractors by charles w clawson. Sold charles clawson big book 1911 1911a1 carolina. Charles w clawson get textbooks new textbooks used.
Since then i have acquired the big book and i just got a copy of the hard cover collectors guide from 2003. This book is a complete study of the military history, development and production of. I have clawson s 146 page 3rd edition, which looks like a small book to me. I am looking for a spot here on nwf to sell this book, but i cant find a. This is the recent, long awaited, affordable 3rd edition small book. My original supply of books is completely gone and the only source left is the secondary market amazon, etc. It includes 84 tables detailing parts and markings and 678 photos and drawings. Covers the model 1911 and model 1911a1, and is the best collectors guide to date. The big book is a virtual 1911 collectors bible, but unfortunately copies are now priced so high that most folks dont have one.
Founded in 2011 as a refuge for those that truly appreciate john moses. Clawsons work is superb and these are all definitive reference books. I have sold all of my usgi 1911s and 1911a1s so now its time to sell the book. Clawsons big book usgiforeign military and other vintage 1911s advertise here.
Colt 45 service pistols models by charles clawson abebooks. This is the big book, not one of the smaller references. Collectors guide to colt fortyfive service pistols. Clawson 1911 book for sale if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Charles w clawson collectors guide colt 45 service. Clawson 1993, hardcover, revised at the best online prices at ebay. Books by charles clawson colt 45 service pistols updated models of 1911 and 1911a1 by charl e s w. Excellent coverage of the 1911 and 1911a1 in all respects and a necessary guide to correct identification. Complete military identification, including all contractors jan 1, 2003 by charles w. This is a used one owner book in excellentvery good condition.
Complete military identification, including all contractors, and more on. Hardcover, charles w clawson, 1993 founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Discussion in handguns for sale started by mallard, jan 22, 2018. After 1 week i will list it on an auction site and it will start higher to cover fees.
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