Gun Digest Annual TOC: 1958

Gun Digest Editors
-
1

At GunDigest, we independently review products. However, we may earn a commission when you purchase through links on our site. Read our affiliate policy. Read about how we test products.

The Gun Digest – 1958

 Table of Contents
Features
Hunting in Europe by John T. Amber3
American Handguns 1957-58 by Bob Wallack9
Shooting the Handgun by Paul Weston14
Gatling Gun by Harvey Brandt20
You Can't Be Over-Gunned by John Gay30
I'm Sick of Magnums by Francis E. Sell31
Handloading is Great by Warren Page38
Colt Walker-Dragoon Holsters by B. R. Lewis43
The Sheep Rifle by Jack O'Connor46
Common Sense Case Capacity by John Maynard50
Handicapped Hunters by Ernie Lind54
Freund & Bro. – Part Two by John Barsotti55
Black Brant of Baja by Ormal I. Sprungman65
Junior's 22 by Henry M. Stebbins68
The 44 Magnum by Elmer Keith74
Address Colt. Colt London by Howard L. Blackmore79
Colt London Catalog of 1896 a 16-page full scale facsimile85
The Shotgun Story 1957-58 by Bob Wallack101
The Story of AR-10 by Wm. B. Edwards106
Nuggets of History by Paul A. Matthews112
Pheasants For Free by Joe Mears116
Forerunners of the First Winchester – Part Two by Thomas E. Hall120
This Gun Collecting Game by John T. Amber128
Go Fer Gophers by Robert V. Thompson133
English Elephant Guns136
The Ideal Shotgun by George W. Busbey141
Italian Proof Marks by A. Baron Engelhardt145
Deer Hunter's Ballistics by Don Martin148
U.S. Rifle Review 1957-58 by Bob Wallack152
A Code For Muzzle Loaders by Kenneth L. Waters158
Gun Engraving by E. C. Prudhomme161
Kornbrath, Master Engraver – 22 photo specimens166
Clay Bird Scatterguns by Warren Page170
Shooting Fun For Everyone by Earl B. Holdren174
Rocky Mountain Goats by Jim Rearden177
Shooter's Choice by Kenneth L. Waters181
Zündnadelgewehr by Fred H. Baer187
Old Gus by Frank Sheldon193
Case and Cartridge Gauges by Robert V. Thompson197
Carving a Gunstock by Hal Hartley199
Exploded Drawings by James M. Triggs263
Special Bullet Sizing Dies by E. J. Krava300
Stocks by Lenard Brownell, his masterwork pictured321
Departments
Custom Guns205
U.S. Rifles – model and prices209
U.S. Handguns – models and prices225
U.S. Shotguns – models and prices236
Choke Devices, with prices247
Pellet Guns – models and prices250
Foreign Arms in America253
Ballistic Tables, with prices273
Scopes & Mounts, with prices280
Metallic sights, with prices287
Reloading Tools, with prices291
Arms Associations301
National Rifle Association301
Contributors302
The Arms Library303
Shooters Showcase313
Directory of the Arms Trade316

Why You Can Trust Gun Digest

Since 1944, Gun Digest has been a trusted authority on firearms, shooting and shooting gear, delivering expert firearms reviews backed by nearly a century of experience. We go beyond standard reviews, combining hands-on independent gun testing, in-depth research, and expert insights from industry professionals and manufacturers.

Our reviewers are the bedrock of our testing and come from a comprehensive cross section of the shooting world. Their diverse backgrounds include law enforcement professionals, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and life-long firearms enthusiasts. In addition to being firearm experts, we are also thorough journalists adhering to the strictest standards of the profession.

For our readers, this means objective, unbiased reviews, free from outside influence. Our priority is to provide the information you need to make informed decisions—whether a firearm or piece of gear is a must-have investment or one to pass on.

Find out more about our Editorial Standards and Evaluation Process

Previous article Gun Digest Annual TOC: 1957
Next article Gun Digest Annual TOC: 1959
Gun Digest Editors
<h2>About Gun Digest Editors</h2> <p>Gun Digest is the foremost firearms publisher in the world. Since 1944 we have made keeping shooters, firearms collectors, and plain old gun aficionados informed the target of our books, magazines, and websites. We build shooters’ firearms knowledge base, inspiring them to pursue and expand their shooting interests—from the range to the field and in competition. Gun Digest is part of the Caribou Media Group.<p> <h2>Editorial Standards</h2> <p>At Gun Digest, we uphold our commitment is to our audience and precedes all other considerations, including revenue. Editorial independence is at the core of our operations, forming the bedrock of trust with our readers. Consequently, editorial decisions are made autonomously by our team of editors, writers, video producers, freelance writers and social media managers, without any external interference. Our content has and will continue to remain free from influence from individuals outside of editorial and content management.<p> <h2>Staff</h2> <p><ul><li><b>Publisher:</b> Jim Schlender</li> <li><b>Editor-In-Chief:</b> Luke Hartle</li> <li><b>Managing Editor:</b> Laura Peltakain</li> <li><b>Digital Editor:</b> <a href="/author/elwood-shelton">Elwood Shelton</a></li> <li><b>Online Editor:</b> <a href="/author/adamborisenko">Adam Borisenko</a></li> <li><b>Senior Art Director:</b> Gene Coo</li> <li><b>Art Director:</b> Katia Sverdlova</li></ul> <p> <h2>Contributors</h2> <p><ul> <li><a href="/author/richard-a-mann">Richard Mann</a></li> <li><a href="/author/philip-massaro">Phil Massaro</a></li> <li><a href="/author/contributor-dave-workman">David Workman</a></li> <li><a href="/author/davidhart">David Hart</a></li> <li><a href="/author/dickjones">Dick Jones</a></li> <li><a href="/author/jon-r-sundra">Jon Sundra</a></li> <li><a href="/author/l-p-brezny">L.P. Brezny</a></li> <li><a href="/author/robert-sadowski">Robert Sadowski</a></li> <li><a href="/author/scott-wagner">Scott Wagner</a></li> <li><a href="/author/wayne-van-zwoll">Wayne Van Zwoll </a></li> <li>Patrick Sweeney</li> <li>Massad Ayoob</li> <li>Marty Hays </li> <li>Brad Fitzpatrick </li> <li>Walt Hampton</li> <li>Jerry Lee</li> <li>Josh Wayner</li> <li>Sam Hoober</li> <li>Tiger McKee</li> </ul>

1 COMMENT

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.