Editor Dan Shideler
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https://gundigest.comThe late Dan Shideler was a senior editor for Gun Digest Books from 2004 until 2011, best known for his entertaining prose and knowledge and insight into firearms history, trends and pricing. He served as editor of two of the industry's most respected annuals: Standard Catalog of Firearms and Gun Digest. Dan passed away in April 2011.
Gun Reviews
Gun Review: Taurus PT 1911
The late Dan Shideler never had much use for semi-auto pistols. Compared to revolvers, they always seemed to be clunky, awkward things. The Taurus PT 1911, however, was another matter.
Classic Guns
A Must Read: “Firearm Curiosa” by Lewis Winant
If you've ever read my columns, you're aware that I'm fascinated by oddball firearms. Perhaps you are, too. If so, Winant's Firearms Curiosa is a must-have.
Classic Guns
Remington: Dozens of Reasons to Collect
The sheer variety of firearms makes Remington a collector's choice for the Baby Boom generation.
Gun Reviews
Gun Review: North American Arms Earl
My regular readers (both of them) know that I have a deep, abiding affection for the mini-revolvers of North American Arms (NAA). I really like the North American Arms Earl.
Gun Reviews
Browning Pricing & Reference
Download a PDF with pricing, value and reference information for Browning firearms, courtesy of the Standard Catalog of Firearms.
Gun Reviews
Brolin Arms Pricing & Reference
Download a PDF with pricing, value and reference information for Brolin firearms, courtesy of the Standard Catalog of Firearms.
Gun Reviews
Bernardelli Pricing & Reference
Download a PDF with pricing, value and reference information for Bernardelli firearms, courtesy of the Standard Catalog of Firearms.
Gun Reviews
Beretta Pricing and Reference
Download a PDF with pricing, value and reference information for Benelli firearms, courtesy of the Standard Catalog of Firearms.