H&F Collectibles Magazine Store - Books

All Duck Hunters Are Crazy

By Ron Koch

This nostalgic 192-page book offers up a delightful collection of mostly true duck hunting stories that span some 75 years. It includes tales of a 1918 Lake Poygan duck hunt and the deadly 1940 Armistice Day storm.

Minnesota Duck Calls

by Doug Lodermeier

3 years of extensive research make this the definitive book on Minnesota Call Makers - Past & Present. Over 500 calls pictured in actual size. 600 pages in hardcover edition. 100's of photos of other related items produced by the call makers - duck and fish decoys, boats, fishing plugs, etc.

North American Factory Decoys

by Kenneth L. Trayer

Comprehensive and authoritative "Pictorial Identification and Reference Guide" to U.S. and Canadian Factory Decoys. Nearly 1,100 photos; almost 900 in color. 400 hardbound pages filled with new historical research. Covers factory made decoys from mid-1800s to 1970.

Duck Calls of Illinois: 1863-1963

by Robert D. Christensen

This is the authoritative illustrated history and guide for Illinois duck calls. It charts the "Golden Age" of handcrafted duck calls, covering more than 100 Illinois call makers. Over 500 black & white photos with 4 full-color illustrations. 200 pages. Available in hardcover clothbound and leather editions.

Ira D. Hudson and Family: Chincoteague Carvers

by Henry H. Stansbury

Great history of Ira Hudson and his family and the decoys they created. Countless color photos of the very best (and rarest) examples of Hudson's decoys. Many vintage photos of the Hudson family and the Chincoteague locale where they worked and lived. 160 pages on glossy stock; hardcover.

Antique Angler

An out-of-print, high-end piscatorial publication that was published quarterly from 1979 to 1985. Sets of this periodical are now very collectible and quite difficult to find. A limited number of 21-issue sets (a total of 236 pages) are now available. Most issues are black & white and printed on quality, semi-glossy stock. These sets were published by the Webbers. Two additional issues were published by another but are no longer available.

The County Decoys: The Fine Old Decoys of Prince Edward County, Ontario

by Jim Stewart

A carefully researched history of some of "the oldest, most unusual and finest decoys in North America." More than 250 color decoy photos; 100 historical B&W pictures. Hardcover with 196 pages.

Modern Guns, 15/E

by Russell & Steve Quertermous

Current values for over 2,500 models of rifles, shotguns, and handguns; over 1,800 illustrations. For 25 years, the standard reference for gun dealers, hunters, sportsmen, and firearms enthusiasts. Model name, gauge/caliber, action, finish of stock/forearm, barrel, cylinder/magazine, sights, weight & length included in listings. Paperbound; 560 pages. .

Top of the Line Fishing Collectibles

by Donna Tonelli

Presents general overview of vintage lures produced by major tackle companies. Includes ice-spearing decoys, bait casting reels, creels, antique fishing equipment, related folk art. Over 500 color photographs and black &white pictures from an era when sport fishing was young. Values for all artifacts are included in photo captions, making it an easy-to-use reference book. Hardcover; 176 pages.

Wildfowler Decoys

by Richard Cowan and Richard LaFountain

"Foreword" by Timothy Sieger. New book tells complete Wildfowler story, providing both new and experienced collectors with detailed knowledge about the history of the factory. Over 700 illustrations/photos help collectors identify products produced over a period of 50 years. Hardcover, full-color, 240 pages.

Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles

by Donna Tonelli

Features hunting and waterfowling related gear and artifacts of yesteryear. Includes decoys, game bird calls, vintage gun/ammo company advertising, black powder tins, shotgun shell boxes, and other related Americana collectibles. More than 1100 illustrations/photos with captions that provide artifact descriptions and values. An extensive array of quality sporting collectibles in a high-quality format. Hardcover; 287 pages.

Fish &Fowl Decoys of the Great Lakes

by Donna Tonelli

Most comprehensive coverage of vintage decoys and game calls of the Upper Midwest currently in print. Most and best examples, in a single volume, of the finest hunting and ice spearing decoys from this region. Wide range of decoys from Grand Master carvers to lesser-known artisans. Also includes factory and tackle company decoys. Over 1100 top-quality, full-color photographs illustrate the text. All artifacts are assigned values in their captions. Hardcover; 288 pages.

The Standard Knife Collector's Guide, 4/E

by Ron Stewart and Roy Ritchie

Overviews of major knife companies; notes on commemoratives, reproductions, and limited editions; knife clubs and organizations; numbering systems; and current collector values. Over 800 line drawings and expanded color photo gallery showcase various handle materials. Paperback; 688 pages.

Pascagoula Decoys

by Joe Bosco

The author of this 2003 hardcover, 159-page book hopes that it will "become the definitive history of the decoy companies that were located in this small South Mississippi community." The book charts the history of such important operations as Animal Trap and Pascagoula Decoy companies. Extensive historical text and many excellent color plates and vintage photos.

Neil Cost - Magic with Wood: A Photographic Collection of Unique and Rare Turkey Calls

by Michael F. Marks

A full-color, coffee table book featuring over 230 of the most historically important and collectible turkey calls crafted by the late, master callmaker, Neil D. Cost. The calls were professionally photographed from private collections across the U.S. and are the rarest and most important ones made by Cost. Hardcover, 240 pages; 310 color photos. Limited signed and numbered First Edition. Edited by Jim Casada.

Fishing Lure Collectibles, Vol. 1

by Dudley Murphy and Rick Edmisten

Contains 100s of full-color photos with chapters on the "Big Ten" companies, metal lures, handmade lures, and seldom seen experimental lures. Focuses on pre-1940 antique lures. Over 1,300 photos, descriptions, sizes, dates, and current values. Hardcover; 400 pages.

Fishing Lure Collectibles, Vol. 2

by Dudley and Deanie Murphy

Focuses on lures made since 1940; emphasis on spinning lures, contemporary collectibles, and miscellaneous lure companies not usually given adequate coverage. Creek Chub, Heddon, Paw Paw, Pflueger, Shakespeare, and South Bend are covered. Nearly 1,700 photographs showcase almost 3,700 lures. Hardcover; 416 pages.