A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor: in All Countries and in All Times (Dover Military History, Weapons, Armor)

Ordered this from usbookkeeper, very impressed with this vender. Book was shipped promptly and packaged very well (bubble wrap and well fitted box. The book itself looks unread, and asside from a couple tiny tears in the dust jacket (noted in description) it looks pretty much new (I've seen new books in B&N that were in poorer condition). Would purchase again in a heartbeat. As to the book itself, a great resource even if all the information isn't 100% accurate. Worth every penny.

This is the go to reference for arms and armor

The book was exactly as described, got here very fast. You made my kid's day. Thanks!

Colored pictures it does not have, the opinions are just that, opinions. There have been corrections voiced and made by reviewers since it's first printing, and yes, some of the pieces were mislabeled... but... there isn't another tome out there that can compare with the sheer volume of information, the drawings and old black and whites for ideas and visual guides. Every reinactor that I know has a copy on their shelf for quick reference of arms and armor... enough said. I own 3 as the first hardcover was stolen...

Everything you wanted to know about arms and armor. Wow! It is really hard to put this down, but it is really easy to pick it up again. It is like a dictionary with illustrations. If you like going to museums where these items are on display, I would highly recommend this book as it will give the background as to why the weapon or armor was designed and made the way it was.

Bought book as a gift for a close friend. He tells me he is very happy with the book as he likes to research old weapons

This is a great book.I am working on constructing YAC armor in An tir. While it won't be super fancy, this book is helping me tremendously to figure out weapons construction and armor construction. The pictures are very clear and crisp. This a version that came out in the 60's. I have seen this book reprinted but it looked like copies of copies, this is not that way. Perfect condition, great pictures. great details.

I had this book when I was a kid but unfortunately misplaced it. It's the perfect companion when watching Forged in Fire to learn about the various exotic blades the smiths are asked to make.

Many years ago I purchased a hard bound copy of this book, and so know the value of it. This paperback version is the same book, just with a 'soft' cover.I would recommend this book to all interested in arms and armour. Although it does cover most nations, it seems to be especially centred on medieval Japanese armour, weapons and equipment. Although it is a sort of dictionary, it can be most entertaining to flip through or just start at the beginning. A wonderful book.

a standard a to z guide for antique arms and armour collectors. a welcome addition to my library. can't fault it.

Armi bianche per storici del genere , collezionisti una lettura indispensabile