The No. 1 guide to pricing and identification of military arms and accessories from around the world. Now in its 9 th Edition, Standard Catalog of Military Firearms is the undisputed best source available for pricing and identification of military handguns, rifles and shotguns, as well as Class III automatic firearms and accessories such as bayonets, clips, magazines and holsters. Author Phillip Peterson, a renowned expert in military history and firearms, has completely updated the pricing of the more than 2,000 models of military firearms manufactured since 1870. From Mauser 98s to M1 Garands and Russian guns, weaponry from 32 countries is represented here. Identification advice and more than 1,700 photos help the buyer, seller, trader or collector make wise decisions. Also included is a special 16-page color section featuring rare and collectible pieces from recent U.S. auctions. Standard Catalog of Military Firearms is the trusted source for the legions of militaria fans who know the value of having expert knowledge at their fingertips as they study the weapons that have shaped our world’s history. Phillip Peterson is a full-time, federally licensed firearms dealer with more than 25 years of experience in military firearms and collectibles. A certified master gunsmith, Peterson has been a featured columnist for Gun Digest the Magazine and is also the editor of Modern Gun Values , Gun Digest Buyer's Guide to Tactical Rifles , and four previous editions of Standard Catalog of Military Firearms .