This book covers sword makers from 1300 to the present day. Collectors and researchers of English and Scottish swords will appreciate the large amount information available. It is easy for the reader to obtain specific information quickly.  It contains the occupations of all artisans and merchants as well as all family and company names and addresses, including changes over the years as well as information about types of swords manufactured by each individual or company.  The list is unending.  There is over 260 pages of information for the researcher or collector to look through as well as over 100 pages of pictures of rare and unique English and Scottish swords. There is a total of 394 pages to this hard cover book - size; 9" by 11 1/4" and 1" thick.

A print of an original oil painting by Graeme W. Baxter.   This picture depicts the initial charge at the Battle of Culloden (Drumossie Moor) on  April 16, 1746.  Weather conditions for the battle were poor with strong winds and sleet gusting across the moor, from time to time a little clearing with sunlight for brief spells.  The painter research material from many sources, such as from published papers, regimental manuals and historical societies, and the resulting painting by Graeme William Baxter is an endeavor to give a factual account of the early part of the battle.   The print comes in 3 sizes. 

This booklet describes all the various types of dirks that have been produced since the 1500 to present day.  It is comprised of 56 pages with pictures on almost every page.  Any one interested in dirks and their origin should have this book as part of their library.