This book by Charles E. Hanson Jr. titled "The Plains Rifle" is a 1st edition 1960 hardcover with a dust jacket. It covers the topic of weapons and their history, and was published in 1960 by Bramhall House in the United States. The book is written in English and is an original print, not a facsimile. Although it is not signed, it does contain special attributes such as the dust jacket and being a first edition. The book is an excellent addition to any collector's library, especially for those interested in the history of weapons. The dust jacket does have some tears along the corners and edges. The binding and spine are strong. The pages are clean. There are no torn, loose or missing pages. There is no water damage, mold or mildew. I ship quickly so you receive your purchase quickly and well packaged so you eceive your purchase in good condition. Thank you for taking your time to have a look.