Cornell Publications

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CORNELL PUBLICATIONS

World’s largest source of old arms publications from 1850-2000+

Providing collectors and enthusiasts with period-correct catalogs,
books and manuals to help them better understand and evaluate their arms.

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Discover Historical Firearm Manuals & Catalogs

Journey through firearm history with our curated historic catalog and manual reprints. Our extensive collection offers a rare glimpse into the world of vintage firearms. Available worldwide in PDF format, and and as printed copies exclusively in the US. These reprints are a must-have for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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Explore our extensive collection of historical firearm manuals and catalogs, categorized by era. From the innovations of the early industrial age to the advancements of the late 20th century, each offers a window into the progress and design trends of its time.

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Our collection takes you on a global journey through historical manuals and catalogs from various countries. Discover the distinctive engineering and design philosophies that shaped firearms around the world.

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We offer over 6000 reprints of old catalogs, books, and manuals dating from before 1850 to the present.

These reprints cover all aspects of arms – Rifles, Shotguns, Pistols, Revolvers – Archery, Knives, Sights, Telescopes, Cap Guns, Reloading and Ammunition – Military and Civilian and much more…

Our publications are from scans of actual old originals or copies of originals. They have been electronically “cleaned” to the best of our ability and collected into modern, individual pieces.

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The best part is that our reprints are easily affordable. In a marketplace where originals can sell for hundreds of dollars, many of ours cost less than $10.00 and few are over $25.00.

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We do NOT sell GUNS. We do NOT sell PARTS. We do NOT offer GUN VALUES. We do not represent any gun makers or sellers.

World's Largest Source of Old Arms Publications from 1850-2000+

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