Book excerpt: Gun Trader’s Guide is the original reference guide for gun values. For more than a half a century, this book has been the standard reference for collectors, curators, dealers, shooters, and gun enthusiasts. Now in its thirty-third edition, it remains the definitive source for making informed decisions on firearms purchases. Included are extensive listings for handguns, shotguns, and rifles from some of the most popular brands, such as Browning, Colt, Beretta, Winchester, Remington, and many more. This thirty-third edition includes a complete index and a guide on how to properly and effectively use this book in order to find the perfect firearm type and model. Editor Stephen D. Carpenteri has also provided new color photos from gun dealers and shows, as well as introductory materials that every gun collector and potential buyer should read. No matter what kind of firearm you choose to shoot, Gun Trader’s Guide belongs within reach or by your gun rack.