--- product_id: 247450473 title: "Firearms: An Illustrated History" price: "€ 110.99" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.de/products/247450473-firearms-an-illustrated-history store_origin: DE region: Germany --- # 7 centuries of firearm evolution 600+ detailed weapon photos Iconic guns & makers featured Firearms: An Illustrated History **Price:** € 110.99 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔫 Unlock the legacy of firepower — where history meets precision. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Firearms: An Illustrated History - **How much does it cost?** € 110.99 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.de](https://www.desertcart.de/products/247450473-firearms-an-illustrated-history) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Historical Depth Unmatched:** Chronicles 700+ years of gun development from ancient gunpowder to modern weaponry. - • **Pivotal Moments in Warfare:** Double-page spreads reveal game-changing innovations that shaped conflict. - • **Visual Mastery of Firearms:** Over 600 stunning close-ups capturing intricate craftsmanship and design. - • **Legendary Gunsmiths Spotlighted:** In-depth profiles of iconic makers like Colt, Mauser, Smith & Wesson. - • **Essential for Enthusiasts & Collectors:** A definitive, richly illustrated guide that elevates your knowledge and collection. ## Overview Firearms: An Illustrated History by DK Publishing is the ultimate visual and historical compendium of guns, featuring over 600 detailed photographs and expert insights spanning more than seven centuries. This authoritative guide explores the evolution of firearms, iconic makers, and pivotal innovations, making it a must-have for military historians, collectors, and enthusiasts eager to own a piece of weaponry heritage. ## Description The definitive guide to the history of firearms. The beautifully photographed catalog tells the story of gun development in striking detail and features stunning close-ups of key weapons, from muskets, pistols, revolvers and rifles to shotguns, machine guns and modern machinery. Gun, weapon, and military enthusiasts will love the detail in this illustrated guide to guns. Here’s what’s inside: • Feature pages capture pivotal moments in gun development that changed the nature of human conflict • Double-page-spread articles describe the magic and mystique of the great gunmakers, including Colt, Mauser, Smith, and Wesson • Photographic tours showcase the intricate details of key weapons, highlighting ingenious features and intricate craftsmanship Written by an international team of firearms experts, this fascinating collection features more than 600 weapons and charts the evolution of guns. For over seven centuries, guns have been used for hunting, sport and war. This comprehensive volume gives you access to the world’s greatest collections, gunsmiths, and defining gun and military history moments. Firearms: An Illustrated History highlights important moments in gun history from the Chinese discovery of gunpowder to "turning points" like the rifle, with its parallel spiral grooves that make bullets spin and fly straighter. It also showcases iconic firearms such as the Walther PPK self-loading pistol popularised in James Bond films. This fascinating visual account of firearms is an essential purchase for everyone interested in guns and weaponry. Review: Great book! - Great book for History buffs! My son and husband love looking and discussing with the book. So great. Review: Well worth having - As an avid fan of military history I have several volumes for reference and this is a real diamond. It covers pistols, rifles, light and heavy machine guns and artillery as well as the development of ammunition from black powder to self contained rounds. If you want a good solid starting point then you could do a lot worse than starting from here ## Features - DK Publishing Dorling Kindersley ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #323,993 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #469 in Antiques & Collectables (Books) #960 in Photography Books #2,377 in Military History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,432 Reviews | ## Images ![Firearms: An Illustrated History - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/810JuNk-T4L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book! *by I***E on 18 December 2025* Great book for History buffs! My son and husband love looking and discussing with the book. So great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well worth having *by M***L on 15 May 2024* As an avid fan of military history I have several volumes for reference and this is a real diamond. It covers pistols, rifles, light and heavy machine guns and artillery as well as the development of ammunition from black powder to self contained rounds. If you want a good solid starting point then you could do a lot worse than starting from here ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muito ilustrado ótimo! *by E***E on 9 June 2021* Ótimo livro adorei ## Frequently Bought Together - Firearms: An Illustrated History - Tank: The Definitive Visual History of Armored Vehicles (DK Definitive Transport Guides) - Weapon: A Visual History of Arms and Armor --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.de/products/247450473-firearms-an-illustrated-history](https://www.desertcart.de/products/247450473-firearms-an-illustrated-history) --- *Product available on Desertcart Germany* *Store origin: DE* *Last updated: 2026-07-03*