Dimensions
229 x 305 x 37mm
In May 1885, Holland and Holland advertised their new trademark, 'The Royal' - intended to apply to their best guns and rifles only. 'Royal' guns and rifles have been in production since that date, the choice of the name symbolising the excellence of the company's output. This brand new edition brings the history of the company right up to date. A considerable number of new photographs have been added and new appendices include a detailed explanation of the development of the .700 Nitro Express cartridge and many illustrations and descriptions of very rare Holland and Holland guns and rifles. Written with the full approval and cooperation of Holland and Holland, this is the authoritative history of the company. Several appendices will be of great interest to enthusiasts and owners. All 51 patents are described; the dating of Holland serial numbers is given from 1855 to the present day; all the trade labels are illustrated and the rifle cartridges developed and introduced are also examined in detail. AUTHOR: Donald Dallas is an historian who lives in Fife, Scotland. From a very early age, he developed a interest in sporting guns and in the history of their development. In addition, he became fascinated by their place in social and economic history and has always attempted to include this in his writing. He conducts a great deal of research into gunmaking families, technical developments and contemporary periodicals to ensure that his publications are as original and accurate as possible. This is his tenth book on gunmaking history and his previous Quilller titles include Boss
