Boston's Gun Bible
Product Type: Book
Product Price: $33.00
Manufacturer: Javelin Press
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Description
Foreword by Timothy J. Mullin, of ''Unintended Consequences.''
Since the 2002 edition, over 200 pages of various revisions have been included during the annual reprintings. Amazon carries the latest 2009-on printings which include Boston's several page analysis of the Heller decision. (This is not some completely new edition, as some reviewers have incorrectly inferred. Three-fourths of the book remain the original text of 2002. The other fourth are revised pages from 2003-2009.)
While Boston recognizes that gun/gear prices have changed, and that a few new worthy products have emerged, he does not feel that the title yet deserves a completely revamped edition. Good basics never change, and BGB is pretty thorough about those.
Reviews
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-09-04
Summary: "I voted for Obama!"
What a page turner!!!
I have been buying books from Amazon for over a decade now, and my purchases have been based largely on the reviews. I have never written a review nor felt the responsibility to do so until now.
Boston's Gun Bible will be one of the MOST IMPORTANT books you will EVER read, and it needs to be read now!
I'm a college grad, live in a big city, and voted for our current president (huuuuge mistake). After there was no "Change" I started to "Wake Up". Well friends I am now "WIde Awake and On Board"!
A year ago I never owned a firearm, much less knew how to load one. I didn't know about caliber, effective ranges, or carbines vs battle rifles, etc. Frankly, I never felt the need to own one. I didn't understand why we need them. Now I will fight tooth and nail for our Second Amendment.
LISTEN UP Americans, whether you are a Democrat or a Republican, Jewish, Christian, or Muslim, in order for free men to remain free, they MUST be armed! How can anyone argue against History? ALL OF THE ANSWERS ARE THERE in history. There is a reason that Polish Jews were easily marched off to concentration camps. They were UN-ARMED! Ever hear of a a Swiss Jew in a concentration camp? No? Well, the reason is, THEY WERE ARMED, and the Swiss people STILL ARE!!!
Boston's Gun Bible is packed (800 Pages) with a history and review of tons of firearms, a lot of history in reference to firearms, and a lesson in the failures that we have become as Americans, along with what we can do to secure a free country for our children.
I have bought a half dozen of these books and given them to friends/family, and HIGHLY recommend that you pick one up for yourself before our government decides you shouldn't have it, "for your own protection" of course.
An ABSOLUTE must for all men to remain free, not just Americans!
Rating: 1 / 5
Date: 2010-08-23
Summary: "What a Stinker"
I have to say, reading the positive reviews before purchasing this book I thought for sure I couldn't go wrong. After all, some fairly well known names thought this book was the best modern reference out there for evaluating various firearms, calibers, and related equipment. After I ordered my copy from Amazon, I was anxious to start reading it from cover to cover. After the first few pages I realized I'd been had.
As noted on the other negative reviews, there was the glaring issue with font, page numbering, etc. that really gets in the way of reading any part of this book. Why an author would take it upon himself to come up with his own fashion of how a book should be written is something I just can't get my mind around. I think the horrible layout (and poor writing in general) takes away from any message the book is trying to get across. The points about politics are so in your face that even though I agree when some of them, I couldn't stomach the way in which they were delivered. The pages of rantings where every other word is in bold, capitalized, italicized, and underlined reminds me of the tone of the occasional blowhard that hangs out at the gun shop. I believe that if your point is valid, you shouldn't have to work so hard to get it delivered.
The arrogance of the author oozes from the pages as you slowly make your way through this book. He asserts that certain calibers of handguns and rifles are not only undesirable but actually states that the only legitimate reason for having said weapons are that the owner is old, infirm, or a woman. I should point out that these weapons are the same used to protect U.S. citizens everyday and are used by militaries and law enforcement worldwide. When these statements come from someone who has no combat experience, military or LEO background to speak of I don't find them very credible. Not only is there this lack of professional knowledge, but as far as I can ascertain, the author's expertise comes from attending some gun school classes. Now don't get me wrong, I have attended courses on tactics and gun handling and I think they can be great learning experiences, but they do not make you expert on the subject matter by themselves.
The author's credibility is further called into question when he cites passages from certain fictional works (namely Unintended Consequences) as facts. For example some of his summaries on the incidents at Ruby Ridge, Waco, and the Miami Shootout are lifted straight from a novel that took creative liberties with these incidents in order to tell a story. Instead these tragic examples should have been presented with facts properly researched. Once I smell out someone trying to sell me lies as truth I stop listening. Again, if what you have to say is valid, you shouldn't have to resort to such measures.
I just don't understand why this book has such a high rating. My only guess is that the majority of the people who have ranked this book are of the same political party as the author (the author repeatedly beats you over the head with his political views) and have backed this crappy book solely due to mutual beliefs; however, I don't think anyone should be given a pass on quality writing just because their political views align with mine.
I hang onto my copy only so I can show it to someone at the gun shop or range if I hear them saying they may purchase it. Maybe I can save a few others from wasting money on this book. If you're looking for something useful about modern firearms stay away from this bound collection of ravings. Apparently the author was so ashamed of the book he wouldn't even use his own name on the cover (that should have been a big warning sign for me before I bought it).
Rating: 1 / 5
Date: 2010-08-15
Summary: "Outdated"
By lining out $33.00, (the going price for the "updated version), you are trying to fool the unwary into thinking they are getting the latest edition at a bargain price. Shame on you.
Rating: 4 / 5
Date: 2010-07-25
Summary: "Be Ready"
Very good book for getting ready for anything. Insights on dealing with our justice system, to firearms use, to the US Constitution. A useful reference for using your head and getting ready.
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-06-25
Summary: "If you could only have one book on firearms"
If there is a more complete book on the subject of firearms, I haven't found it yet.
Legal considerations, tactics and training, reviews of equipment( by someone who put some serious reasoning behind his opinions), tips on buying and selling, and more.
But what makes this book especially stand out is the thorough discussion of freedom and the mind set of a free person. And the chilling look at the challenges we face and what to do . Even if you don't own a gun ( and how could you read this book and not find his enthusiasm infectious), if you have ever weighed the idea of gun control the discussion here will stretch your brain.
Could not recommend it more highly.