Ian McCollum Books

Vickers Guide Volume 1

By James Rupley, Larry Vickers, Ian McCollum, Rob Stott

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With a history dating back to the final months of World War II, the Atomat Kalashnikova Model 1947, or AK-47 as it was to be known, “began” a transformation of the battlefield that has lasted to th...

Vickers Guide WWII Germany Volume 2 SIGNED

By Tom Whiteman, James Rupley, Larry Vickers, Ian McCollum

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Vickers Guide Kalashnikov Volume 1 SIGNED

By James Rupley, Larry Vickers, Ian McCollum, Rob Stott

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Vickers Guide Volume 2

By James Rupley, Larry Vickers, Ian McCollum, Rob Stott

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Tracing the story of the AK-74 – as with so many other firearms we encounter today – means looking back to the Second World War. In the decades following the close of the War, Western powers examin...

Vickers Guide WWII Germany Volume 2 SLIPCASE

By Tom Whiteman, James Rupley, Larry Vickers, Ian McCollum

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Three Dead Tourists

By Ian McCollum

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Small Arms of WWII

By James Rupley, Ian McCollum

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Chassepot to FAMAS

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Ian McCollum's Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles, 1866 – 2016 is a reference guide for historians, researchers, enthusiasts, and arms collectors alike, detailing the progression of French...

How to Convert ISBN-10 to ISBN-13 (and Vice Versa): A Complete Guide

If you’re in the world of books—whether as a publisher, librarian, bookseller, or avid collector—you’ve likely come across the terms ISBN-10 and ISBN-13. Understanding these formats and knowing how to convert between them is essential for maintaining consistency and compatibility in book records. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about ISBN conversions, step by step.

What is an EAN and How Does it Relate to an ISBN?

If you’ve ever purchased a product online or in a store, you’ve likely come across a barcode. Behind these barcodes lies a standardized system that makes modern commerce possible. Two key codes often encountered are the EAN (European Article Number) and ISBN (International Standard Book Number). But what are they, how are they connected, and why are they so crucial? Let’s explore.