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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

The idea for compiling this book originated several years ago when I was editor of G&A HANDGUNS, a Primedia magazine. It was decided to run a short series called “CLASSIC HANDGUNS OF THE 20TH CENTURY” that would examine some of the more notable handguns of that period.

After compiling the first few articles of the series, I quickly realized I was just scratching the surface and that the only way to do full justice to the subject was to write a book. I am grateful for being allowed to use some of the material previously used in the original HANDGUNS magazine series.

A number of people have helped in the compilation of this book. First is my lovely wife, Patricia, who has devoted many long hours creating the color renditions of all the handguns covered in this study.

I am grateful to Frank James for his assistance in compiling the chapter on the Glock pistol. Glen Barnes gave valuable assistance in researching the Walther P38.

Providing photographs to illustrate the various chapters proved to be quite a challenge and would not have been possible without the kind assistance of the following people.

Garry James was kind enough to allow me to photograph a number of handguns from his personal collection. Glen Barnes also helped by providing photographs from his extensive handgun collection.

Others who loaned me guns to photograph were Jeff John, Marty Kovacs, Jan Libourel, Jerry Lee, Lou Page, George Pedersen and Jerry Usher.

I am also indebted to my good friend Jan Libourel, editor of Gun World magazine, who kindly reviewed the text for accuracy. He offered a number of useful corrections and suggestions.

Finally, I must thank Don Gulbrandsen of Krause publications for his assistance and encouragement. To all the above mentioned and anyone I may have omitted, I tender my heartfelt thanks.

David W. Arnold

Canyon Country, California