Featured in this lot are the classic First Editions "The Winchester Handbook", "The Winchester Model 12" and "Winchester Dates of Manufacture" by George Madis, signed. "The Winchester Handbook" 1981, published by the Art & Reference House, serves as a portable, pocket-friendly companion to Madis's massive encylopedic work, The Winchester Book, which is universally recognized as the definitive, foundational reference guide—often called the "bible"—for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts of vintage Winchester firearms. First published in 1961, this encyclopedic work is highly sought after for its meticulous detail regarding the design, engineering, and manufacturing history of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. "The Winchester Model 12" 1982, published by the Art & Reference House, is a highly regarded reference book that serves as an essential, comprehensive resource for firearms historians, collectors, and enthusiasts of the iconic Winchester Model 12 pump-action shotgun. It has detailed tables to identify precise dates of manufacture, in-depth breakdowns of factory configurations, engravings, carving styles, custom shop grades, and embellishments, provides background on how this legendary shotgun became known as "The Perfect Repeater", as well as having dedicated chapters covering original standards, repairs, and factory-correct reconditioning. FInally, "Winchester Dates of Manufacture" 1981, by Madis, is a classic reference pocket guide used by firearms collectors to look up production years by serial number. Years covered from 1849 to 1975. Features chronological breakdowns of serial numbers across specific Winchester models. All three are exclusive print runs from exactly 1,000 unnumbered copies hand-signed by George Madis. George Madis (1931–2003) was a prominent American firearms historian and author widely regarded as the foremost authority on Winchester repeating firearms. His meticulous research and publications became the standard reference material for collectors, historians, and gun enthusiasts globally. All three are in very nice preserved condition. Respective measurements are 5.625"W x 8.75"L x .875"D, 6.125"W x 9.25"L x .625"D, 3.375"W x 5.375"L x .25"D. Collective weight is 2lb, 2oz.