SOFTCOVER: Firearms Developed & Manufactured in Southern Africa 1949-2000 Third Impression

Softcover: Firearms Developed and Manufactured in Southern Africa 19492000

By Chas Lotter and the Pretoria Arms and Ammunition Collectors' Association

Secure your copy of the 3rd impression, made possible by G5 Books and the Pretoria Arms and Ammunition Collectors' Association. Don't miss this limited opportunity to own the definitive guide to firearms innovation in southern Africa.

About the Book

Explore the fascinating and often overlooked history of firearms engineering in South Africa and Rhodesia from 1949 to 2000. Against the backdrop of pivotal conflicts like the Rhodesian Bush War and the South African Border War, resourceful engineers crafted hunting, sport shooting, defensive, and military-grade firearms that shaped the global gunmaking industry.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Detailed insights into over 180 firearms, including rare and custom models engineered for hunting, sport shooting, military, and police use.
• Meticulous Research: The result of 8.5 years of in-depth study by 12 renowned experts under the Pretoria Arms and Ammunition Collectors' Association.
• Exclusive Content: Features 1,252 high-quality images, period documents, and technical tables, many released for the first time.
• Historical Context: Covers firearms innovation during the Rhodesian Bush War, South African Border War, and their socio-political impact.
• Rare Finds: Includes custom creations like the modified Vektor CR21 rifle, featured in a critically acclaimed sci-fi film.

Specifications:

• Format: Softcover, A4 size
• Pages: 540 full-color
• Illustrations: 1,200+ exclusive images
• Language: English

This book is a must-have for gun enthusiasts, historians, collectors, and anyone passionate about southern Africa's firearms legacy.