Edited by Robert A. Sadowski - Gun traders guide : a comprehensive, fully-illustrated guide to modern collectible firearms with current market values

Skyhorse and Skyhorse Publishing are registered trademarks of Skyhorse Publishing, Inc., a Delaware corporation. Visit our website at www.skyhorsepublishing.com. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is available on file. Cover design by Brian Peterson Cover photographs courtesy Browning and Barrett Print ISBN: 978-1-5107-2688-8 Ebook ISBN: 978-1-5107-2690-1 Printed in Canada Contents Introduction Welcome to the 39th edition of Gun Traders Guide (GTG) . Each year we include updated firearm listings and values so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling. Worth noting in this edition are expanded listings and values on popular models, including Single Action Army revolvers, 1911-style pistols, and AR-15-style rifles.

Within the past decade, perhaps even longer, these types of firearms have skyrocketed in popularity with shooters. Cowboy Action Shooting has seen a variety of late nineteenth century firearms being reproduced using modern steels and production methods. These old-time six shooters are sold by many different US importers, but most of these firearms come from a few manufacturers in Italy. Likewise are 1911-style pistols. These pistols are manufactured abroad and imported into the United States as well as made by many domestic manufacturers like Smith & Wesson, SIG, Ruger, and, of course, Colt as well as many others. Manufacturers in the Philippines and BrazilArmscor and Taurus, respectivelyare two of the larger makers of the 1911 pistol, and though many 1911s look the same, the value can range wildly depending on the manufacturer.

The AR-15 has a similar situation. The problem with AR-15s is they all pretty much look the same, but if you are an AR-15 user, there is a big difference between a high end, middle of the road, and low-end AR-15. Weve expanded our listings to include a broader spectrum of AR-15 manufacturers, including Bushmaster, Stag Arms, DMPS, Armalite, Colt, Daniel Defense, and others. Weve also expanded our listings for AK-47-style rifles. These rifles have also seen a surge in popularity, and there are a variety of models with values that also span the value spectrum from those rebuilt here in the United States from demilitarized parts kits to new guns manufactured domestically and those imported. Lastly, there has been an influx in firearms made in Turkey, especially shotguns of all action types, that offer value-priced performance.

Since we are seeing more of these shotguns make their way to the used gun market, we have also expanded these listings and values to indicate distributors and brands have imported guns made in Turkey. GTG has been the standard reference for collectors, curators, dealers, shooters, hunters, and gun enthusiasts. GTG is the definitive source for making informed decisions on selling and purchasing used firearms. There is a reason why over 2 million copies have been sold. We at GTG take buying and selling firearms as serious business. Whether you are buying a used gun for duck hunting, trading in your old concealed carry pistol for something better, or trying to figure out the value of a wall hanger.

CURRENT AND UP-TO-DATE GTG offers detailed firearms specifications as well as photographs so you can be confident when identifying a firearm and its value. GTG is revised annually to ensure information is both current and detailed. In the past fifty years, GTG has grown to over six hundred pages and more than six thousand standard firearms and their variations, evolving into one of the most complete catalogs of modern smokeless-powder rifles, shotguns, and handguns manufactured from the late 19th century, through the 20th century, to the 21st century. Every effort is made to ensure the information is current and up-to-date. Not every gun ever manufactured can be listed in a catalog of this size, but every effort has been made to include the makes and models that are most popular with collectors. Please note GTG does not include antique or recently manufactured blackpowder firearms.

EASY-TO-USE FORMAT GTG s reference guide format is simple and straightforward. Three tabbed sectionshandguns, rifles, and shotgunsmake it fast and easy to find the model in question. Entries are alphabetized by manufacturer and model with specifications that include: Manufacturer Model Name Model Number Caliber or Gauge Barrel Length Overall Length Weight Distinguishing features Variations of different models Dates of manufacture (when they can be accurately determined) Date of discontinuation (if applicable) Current value for condition Photos (or illustrations) ACCURATE FIREARM VALUES Values shown are based on national averages obtained by conferring with knowledgeable gun dealers, traders, collectors, online auction sites, and auctioneers around the country, not by applying an arbitrary mathematical formula that could produce unrealistic figures. The listed values accurately reflect the nationwide average at the time of publication and are updated annually. Keep in mind that the stated values are averages based on a wide spectrum of variables. No price given in any such catalog should be considered the one and only value for a particular firearm.

Value is ultimately determined by the buyer and seller. Supply and demand also dictate price. In the case of rare or one-of-a-kind items, such as the Winchester Model 1873 One of One Thousand rifle or the Parker AA1 Special shotgun in 28 gauge, where little trading takes place, active gun collectors were consulted to obtain current market values. In researching data, some manufacturers records were unavailable and at times information was unobtainable. Some early firearms manufacturers production records have been destroyed in fires, lost, or were simply not maintained accurately. These circumstances resulted in some minor deviations in the presentation format of certain model listings.

For example, production dates may not be listed when manufacturing records are unclear or unavailable. As an alternative, approximate dates of manufacture may be listed to reflect the availability of guns from a manufacturer or distributor. These figures may represent disposition dates indicating when that particular model was shipped to a distributor or importer. Frequently, and especially with foreign manufacturers, production records are unavailable. Therefore, availability information is often based on importation records that reflect domestic distribution only. This is meant to explain the procedure and policy used regarding these published dates and to establish the distinction between production dates, which are based on manufacturers records, and availability dates, which are based on distribution records in the absence of recorded production data.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The publisher wishes to express special thanks to the many collectors, dealers, manufacturers, shooting editors, firearm companies and distributors public relations and production personnel, research personnel, and other industry professionals who provide us with updates throughout the year. We are especially grateful for their assistance and cooperation. Special thanks to James D. Julia Auctioneers, Fairfield, Maine, (www.jamesdjulia.com) and Rock Island Auctions (www.rockislandauction.com) for the use of photos. Finally, GTG thanks those who email us with comments, suggestions, and queries about firearms. We appreciate and value your input.