In January 1943, when the ""U.S. Submachine Gun, Caliber .45, M3"" was officially adopted, it was a step into the future of weapons-manufacturing technology. In absolute contrast to the milled, high-quality Thompson models, the M3 was almost completely made from sheet metal. Many soldiers mockingly called it ""Grease Gun"" owing to its visual similarity to the mechanic's tool, but it soon gained a fighting reputation. The Grease Gun saw action not only in World War II, but also in Korea, Vietnam, and various other conflicts around the globe. China and Argentina made copies for their armies, and US surplus can still be found in foreign service today. This book tells the complete story of this remarkable weapon, from development and manufacturing, to combat. Included are descriptions of accessories, ammunition, and experimental models. The reader will find many hitherto unknown details, background information, and numerous photos.
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Michael Heidler has researched military history and weapons technology for more than 30 years. Through intensive research in archives and museums, as well as through contact with collectors around the world, he has built a comprehensive archive of military documents and regulations. He is the author of more than 100 articles and books, including the benchmark German Secret Armament Codes until 1945.
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Hardcover. Etat : Very Fine condition. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine dust jacket. NOT a library discard (illustrateur). Atglen, Pennsylvania: Schiffer Military History, 2020. Appear never read. Very Fine condition in a bright and shiny Near Fine dust jacket. The jacket has two short closed tears that have been reinforced with clear tape on the blank side. NO chips, creases, or fading. Published at $45.00. Square and tight. Sharp corners. NO owner's name or bookplate. NOT a library discard. NOT a remainder. Pages are fresh, crisp, clean and unmarked -- apparently never read. NO underlining. NO highlighting. NO margin notes. Profusely illustrated with vintage and modern photos, some in color, parts breakouts, supplementary equipment, tech manual covers, ammo, diagrams, etc. Bound in the original pictorial boards. Complete with dust jacket. From the publisher: "In January 1943, when the "U.S. Submachine Gun, Caliber .45, M3" was officially adopted, it was a step into the future of weapons-manufacturing technology. In absolute contrast to the milled, high-quality Thompson models, the M3 was almost completely made from sheet metal. Many soldiers mockingly called it "Grease Gun," owing to its visual similarity to the mechanic's tool, but it soon gained a fighting reputation. The Grease Gun saw action not only in World War II, but also in Korea, Vietnam, and various other conflicts around the globe. China and Argentina made copies for their armies, and US surplus can still be found in foreign service today. This book tells the complete story of this remarkable weapon, from development and manufacturing to combat. Included are descriptions of accessories, ammunition, and experimental models. The reader will find many hitherto unknown details, background information, and numerous photos." Oversize Hardcover. 8.75" wide by 11.25" tall. This large, heavy book may require SUBSTANTIAL extra postage for International shipments, but only the standard charge for priority or media mail. 1st ed? (No additional printings listed). Oversize Hardcover. Very Fine condition/Near Fine dust jacket. Illus. by NOT a library discard. 224pp. Great Packaging, Fast Shipping. 1st ed? (No additional printings listed). N° de réf. du vendeur 031586
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