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Comment on Creating Catalogs that Sell by Florrie Kichler

Florrie Kichler — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:07:34 +0000

2 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

A must-read for anyone who produces catalogues, November 25, 2003

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This review is from: Creating Catalogs that Sell (Spiral-bound)

"A must-read for publishers producing their first or even their 200th catalogue! Carol Waugh has distilled a complex subject into a practical, how-to guide that provides valuable information from both a design and a marketing perspective. Highly recommended--Florrie Kichler, Patria Press, Inc.

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Comment on Creating Catalogs that Sell by FamilyMan

FamilyMan — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:07:25 +0000

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

Overpriced pamphlet - an outrageous ripoff, October 15, 2003

FamilyMan (Lancaster PA) -

This review is from: Creating Catalogs that Sell (Spiral-bound)

Received a direct mail piece from the publisher on this book and their companion "Publishing without Borders" and ordered both based on the reviews. What an incredible disappointment!
Both are being returned. Unfortunately they spent more on the sales piece than they did on the book. Books are 4 x 5 inches, grainy illustrations ( docutech?). You won't find anything new here and far,far less than the classic books by Bob Stone or Edward Nash.

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Comment on Creating Catalogs that Sell by Scott E. Glenn

Scott E. Glenn — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:03:03 +0000

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

Buyer beware! $25 for a lousy term paper., June 27, 2004

Scott E. Glenn (Orem, UT) -

This review is from: Creating Catalogs that Sell (Spiral-bound)

I agree entirely with the reviewer who called this publication an: "Overpriced pamphlet - an outrageous ripoff."

I purchased the pamphlet based on the first few reviews and did not see the last review before making my purchase. I am convinced now that the first few people to review the pamphlet were hired by the publisher (or maybe it was the publisher using different names!). How anyone in their right mind or in good conscience could recommend paying $25 for this flimsy, poorly printed, content-devoid, term paper is beyond me.

Buyer beware! I've never tried to return something to Amazon before - don't even know what their return policy is. But, I am certainly not going to keep this item whether or not they refund my money.

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Comment on Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector’s Price and Reference Guide by Joshua S. Allen "Allen"

Joshua S. Allen "Allen" — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:03:35 +0000

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

On Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price and Reference Guide, January 25, 2010

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This review is from: Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price and Reference Guide (Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price & Reference Guide) (Paperback)

If you have any interest in C&R collecting or hold an FFL then this periodical should be a well-worn tool on your bookshelf.

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Comment on Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector’s Price and Reference Guide by Ronald J. Brace "Doc Ron"

Ronald J. Brace "Doc Ron" — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:26:35 +0000

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

A great guide to collecting Military style firearms, December 21, 2007

Ronald J. Brace "Doc Ron" (MN. USA) -

This review is from: Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price and Reference Guide (Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price & Reference Guide) (Paperback)

Krause Publications, along with Phillip Peterson have outdone themselves in preparing and publishing this 4th edition of what has quickly become a required book in the firearm collector community. As in the previous editions, there is ample discussion and numerous photographs of the listed firearms, and the variations of and much historical context on most of the major models covered. An added bonus in this new edition is the pictorial rich addition of a guide to military bayonets!

As with all collector guides, prices are really dependent on what someone is willing to pay for an item, and the over all economy at the time. The fall in property values and a general slowing of purchase power occurred during the production phase of the book and many models are a little over priced in the late 2007 market (especially the price of transferable machineguns). But this is rather refreshing as the prices are usually undervalued by the publication date of most collector guides.

For the firearm collector interested in military style weapons, this book is an enduring and valuable reference that should be on your bookshelf, or better yet, by your side at the next estate or firearm auction you attend.

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Comment on Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector’s Price and Reference Guide by Joe D "RealGuns.Com"

Joe D "RealGuns.Com" — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:33:11 +0000

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

Good book for model identification, not so much setting value, February 5, 2008

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This review is from: Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price and Reference Guide (Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collector's Price & Reference Guide) (Paperback)

I am not an expert, but I do have a collection of: German, Russian, Swiss, Turkish and American military firearms and the popular dedicated reference books for each. What I see missing most from Standard Catalogue of Military Firearms is accuate market values. Prices listed for commodity Milsurp firearms are 2x - 3x market value, even if compared to the past two years. Missing also is the value by country of origin or arsenal and not much attention paid to the glut of inexpensive imports sold through various Milsurp outlets. As an example what is refered to generically as a 1903/38 Turkish Mauser, could actually be conversions made from 1890, 1893, 1903, 1905 carbine, G 98 and the Czech 98/22 Mausers in both small, large ring and hybrid action/barrel.

The Model 1895 Nagant revolver is, again, listed at twice to three times the accepted market value and without discerning the price difference amongst Milsurp models based upon production date, arsenal and configuration. These late production refurbished revolvers were not only made at the Soviet arsenal Tula, they were also made at Izhevsk and marked accordingly. The cartridge for the gun is listed as only the 7.62mm, a label that applies to several cartridges; it is the 7.62x38mmR.

The book is a good source for general identification, which is more than a small accomplishment, it just isn't a very good price guide for buying and selling firearms. It's easier to go to an auction site and spot check as an opportunity arises and reference books dedicated to a more narrow category of firearms will provide a lot more informatio.

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Comment on Catalog: The Illustrated History of Mail Order Shopping by A. Menocal "Alex"

A. Menocal "Alex" — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:49:59 +0000

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

Like eating ice cream for dinner, January 28, 2009

A. Menocal "Alex" (Chicago, IL) -

This review is from: Catalog: The Illustrated History of Mail Order Shopping (Hardcover)

When I was young, we kept the catalogs under a wrought iron table in the tv room. When the alternative was to try to pay attention to Masterpiece Theater, the catalog pile was mighty tempting. Many of the pieces that author Robin Cherry cites are memorable - such as the original, illustrated Banana R catalogs, and the hilarious Peterman catalog. But the truly amazing part is that Cherry puts these ephemeral pieces into a meaningful historical context - the 20th century through mail order. I love this book, it's fun to read and the trivia included is surprisingly un-trivial.

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Comment on Catalog: The Illustrated History of Mail Order Shopping by Diane J. Karnett

Diane J. Karnett — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:21:41 +0000

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

AMAZING, NO ONE EVER THOUGHT OF THIS, November 6, 2008

Diane J. Karnett (New York, NY) -

This review is from: Catalog: The Illustrated History of Mail Order Shopping (Hardcover)

This is a trip, in all the right ways. It a hoot. It's also a trip down memory lane, a voyage through history and a graphic journey into the heartland of Americana. Ms. Cherry writes with style and wit and the illustrations she has chosen tickle my memory banks. I'm buying extra copies to give as gifts. This book is meant to be shared.

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Comment on Catalog: The Illustrated History of Mail Order Shopping by P. Johnson

P. Johnson — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:06:48 +0000

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

A good start, but..., January 1, 2009

P. Johnson -

This review is from: Catalog: The Illustrated History of Mail Order Shopping (Hardcover)

The author obviously loves catalogs, and the trivia and photos are entertaining, but this book is in need of a good editor. Ideas are all over the place (odd, since most catalogs have a "flow" to them), and the misspellings and grammatical errors are annoying.

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Comment on The Authentic St. Joseph Home Sale Practice by pollywantsacracker

pollywantsacracker — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:02:54 +0000

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

Nice Size and it works!, October 26, 2010

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This review is from: The Authentic St. Joseph Home Sale Practice (Lawn & Patio)

The St Joseph statue isn't overly large or small. It's the perfect size to bury. I also enjoyed the prayer card that came with the statue.

Our home sold within one week of burying the St. Joseph!

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