--- product_id: 247450473 title: "Firearms: An Illustrated History" price: "£63.79" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/247450473-firearms-an-illustrated-history store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 4.8/5 star average rating Top 101 in Antiques & Collectables Over 1,400 rave reviews Firearms: An Illustrated History **Price:** £63.79 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Unlock the legacy of firearms with every page turned! 📖 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Firearms: An Illustrated History - **How much does it cost?** £63.79 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/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 - • **Trusted Authority:** Published by DK, a leader in high-quality, educational content. - • **Visually Stunning:** Packed with rich, detailed illustrations that bring firearm history to life. - • **Social Proof Power:** Over 1,400 glowing reviews prove it’s a favorite among discerning readers. - • **Cross-Category Appeal:** Bridges antiques, photography, and military history for a unique, multifaceted read. - • **Collector’s Must-Have:** Ranks in top 200 for Military History and Photography books—perfect for enthusiasts. ## Overview ‘Firearms: An Illustrated History’ by DK Publishing is a visually rich, expertly curated book that ranks among the top in antiques, military history, and photography categories. With over 1,400 reviews averaging 4.8 stars, it’s a definitive resource for collectors and history buffs eager to own a piece of illustrated 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: 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 Review: Muito ilustrado ótimo! - Ótimo livro adorei ## Features - DK Publishing Dorling Kindersley ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #367,508 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #484 in Antiques & Collectables (Books) #1,019 in Photography Books #2,527 in Military History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,428 Reviews | ## Images ![Firearms: An Illustrated History - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/810JuNk-T4L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unfortunately, came damaged, beautiful looking book ordered a new one *by K***G on 5 March 2026* Great book my husband absolutely loved it unfortunately, it came damaged. Looking forward to the replacement. ## 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.co.uk/products/247450473-firearms-an-illustrated-history](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/247450473-firearms-an-illustrated-history) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-24*