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Standard Catalog of Firearms PDF 2009 Edition — The Gun-Value Bible You Can Carry Everywhere
Why You Need the Standard Catalog of Firearms PDF
The 2009 edition packs 110,000 price points across six condition grades, covering 1,200+ makers from the 1800s to modern polymer pistols. It’s a heavyweight reference (1,400 pages!) distilled into a searchable PDF you can open on any device. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Whether you’re flipping a Winchester at a gun show or cataloging Grandpa’s revolvers, accurate valuations mean you don’t leave money on the table—or over-pay. Collectors call it “cheap insurance.” :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
What’s Inside the 2009 Standard Catalog of Firearms PDF
Alphabetical manufacturer directory
- 20,000+ individual models indexed A-Z for instant look-ups.
- Historic and contemporary trade names cross-referenced so you never mis-ID a gun. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
High-resolution photography
- 7,500 color photos make fast work of distinguishing variants and markings. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Six-grade pricing matrix
From Fair to Excellent, the catalog mirrors how dealers buy and sell—so you negotiate from a shared language. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
NRA grading guide & market essay
Understand what moves prices—scarcity spikes, import marks, political waves—and adjust offers with confidence. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Standard Catalog vs Other Gun-Price Guides
Blue Book of Gun Values lists ~180,000 prices but has few pictures, making identification harder for new collectors. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Gun Digest Book of Guns & Prices is pocket-size (great on the show floor) yet covers only 46,000 prices. For breadth and visuals, the Standard Catalog still reigns. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Mobile-Friendly Tips for Using Your PDF Gun Catalog
- Add the PDF to your phone’s Books or Files app for offline use—no signal dead-zones at rural auctions.
- Create bookmarks for favorite brands (e.g., Colt, Smith & Wesson) to jump straight to key pages.
- Use in-app search: typing “Garand” shows every listing plus condition images in seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions on the Standard Catalog of Firearms PDF
Is the 2009 edition still accurate today?
Yes for historical firearms: collector premiums don’t fluctuate as fast as modern MSRP. For current-production guns, pair the catalog with recent auction comps for the latest pulse.
How does it differ from the 35th (2025) edition?
The 35th adds hundreds of 21st-century models and color inserts, but core grading and older model data remain unchanged, making the 2009 PDF a budget-friendly starting point. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Is owning this PDF legal?
Absolutely. It’s a reference book. There are no firearm parts or regulated instructions—only publicly available pricing and historical data.
How do I know the prices are reliable?
The editors pull numbers from top gun shows, specialty auctions and retail sales, then update every edition. Cross-check with recent online listings for reassurance. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Can it help me sell my gun?
Yes—pair the catalog’s baseline price with photos of your firearm’s grade, then list confidently on marketplaces or approach dealers armed with facts.
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