NY State Gunmakers book

[Stan]

Does anyone know the name of the author of the books on NY state gunmakers?
And where he lives? Thanks

[JV Puleo]

Published by Tom Rowe. The actual author, H.J. Swinney died before the project was finished and Tom compiled it as well as publishing it. A very creditable and handsome job.

The title is "The New York State Firearms Trade"

Joe Puleo

[Stan]

Thanks Joe!

[Curt J]

This is a five volume set of books, second to none in quality. I bought a set from Tom Rowe right after they were published. They are a bit pricey, but worth it for the serious researcher.

[Stan]

Yes I understand they are first rate, but not available. I own several NY rifles and all are signed however at the Baltimore show I bought a beautiful German silver mounted rifle that I believe is from NY. It is a over & under 44cal with G silver panels between the barrels & all gsilver mounts .
Engraved on all parts. Very handsome rifle and UNSIGNED!!!!    I have no clue who made it.
 So the search is on.

[Steve Collward]

  With regards to the 5 vol. NYS Firearms Trade books, they are still available and can be obtained through Sara Loos.  Her e-mail address is: bsbooks@juno.com

Steve C.