7.9x57 Mauser Ammunition for The Collector - Volume I: German WWII - 2nd Edition Paperback – September 26, 2012

2nd Edition (2012) Mr. Chubbuck has taken the time to research and prepare one of the best presentations on this specific subject. For many year's, Daniel Kent's book was the 'go to' refernce on the WW2 German, 7.92 x 57 cartridge, but this book is able to cover both the breadth and depth of the topic in an articulate and cohesive manner that allows the reader to assimilate the information in a manner Kent's book isn't able to accomplish. The number of high quality, color photos add significantly to utility of this work. For anyone interested in German 2nd World War weapon systems, millitary history or firearms - collector or history enthusiast - you will not be disappointed with Mr. Chubbuck's book. Because this book draws upon the research and experince of the avaiable references and integrates the contributions of respcted, internatinal collectors, I have no doubt that new generations of cartridge collectors will reference Mr. Chubbuck as the authoritative source on this subject. His chief contribution to this field is to present a vast amount of material in a manner that makes the subject accessable and interesting to novices as well as useful to those already advanced in the field. One special note, several times in Forward and Conclusion, Mr. Chubbuck asks the reader's patience as he is not an experienced writter. Either he had a great editor/proof reader or he is overly modest, but the writing style is concise and articulate and lends to the value of the book. Enjoy!

This is the most usefull publication currently available in English about the subject of 7.9mm ammunition used by Germany and her allies and produced for export during the Third Reich era. The author has an orvious talent for organizing complex systems of identification and presents the information here in a facile logical manner enhanced by detailed color photos. The Kaleidoscopic universe of this subject has confused generations of collectors and scholars. The ground breaking publication of Dan Kent's books (q.v.) treating the same subject went a long way toward establishing a discipline of identification. Both editions are long out of print and did not benefit from the current digital printing advancements. This publication is easy to use and a virtual gold mine of obscure information which is crucial to proper identification of this ammunition. This is a " must have " publication for all military ammunition collectors as well as weapon and military historians who want DETAIL in their studies.Dr. J. R. Crittenden SchmittCrittenden Schmitt ArchivesWashington DC

This was a good Book well laid out and easy to read, beginners and experienced collectors would find it easy to understand and locate items of interest, excellent photos and drawings, I will be happy to recommend it

I found this book to have an excellent and wide ranging amount of information on the myriad types of 7.9mm Third Reich ammunition. I learned quite a bit I didn't know and found it very well laid out and easy to read, easy to find what you are looking for and informative. It covers all the bases on the cartridges and includes a few other things too. If you even have just one or two Third Reich era 7.9mm cartridges this book will be nice to have.

Lots of good images and information on one of the most common cartridges found in collections.

Ok, but some mistakes. I can say this confidently as I am a more advanced collector than the author. Contacted him nicely and offered corrections and proof and received no response..... same thing on his second Volume.... there is a better book to buy printed in Germany with English translation pamphlet. "Die Patrone 7,9mm der Deutschen Wehrmarht 1930 - 1945"

Definitely a specialized work. WellIllustrated with crisp photos. A solid addition to the collectors shelf.

Excellent collector information. Great color pictures for ID. I was disappointed in care of packing the books, not packed well and(2) of the cover pages were bent.