Bill Goforth's Iver Johnson Reference book - The Firearms Forum

Old Gun Guy · 04-05-2009, 12:43 PM

I don't know if this has been posted by someone else earlier, but I needed to say this. I received Mr. Goforth's book yesterday, and I am now kicking myself for not ordering it earlier. It is a wealth of information, and I would recommend anyone that collects Iver Johnson firearms to purchase this book. He obviously worked extremely hard to gather all the info that he did. My hats off to him, and I can't wait to get his H&R book when it finally comes out.
Old Gun Guy

45Auto · 04-05-2009, 02:34 PM

Yes, it is a great book on a great American company.

Mr. Goforth also has my highest regard for his hard work.

w1spurgeon · 04-06-2009, 01:48 PM

Bill Goforth's work does not stop with his well-researched books. He is the "resident expert" on such matters on this forum and freely gives of his time to provide answers to those of us who are less knowledgable. I've learned a lot from him and he has my gratitude and highest regard.

b.goforth · 04-07-2009, 02:33 PM

many thanks,
you all had better stop now before i get a big head. i am not a writer i am a collector/researcher but it is nice to know people are willing to spend their hard earned money on something i wrote.
bill

Uncle-Nortee · 12-27-2012, 03:32 PM

I have what I believe to be a 2nd model Safety hammer .32 but it does not have any letter designation before either serial number. The number is 58082. Any help here on determining exactly what year it is?

Fatstrat · 12-29-2012, 08:08 AM

Is this book still available?

fuzebox40 · 12-29-2012, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Fatstrat

Is this book still available?

Yes, it's about $30. Bought mine on amazon or ebay or whatever but I believe it comes out of www.gunshowbooks.com 1-800-589-6261

fuzebox40 · 12-29-2012, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-Nortee

I have what I believe to be a 2nd model Safety hammer .32 but it does not have any letter designation before either serial number. The number is 58082. Any help here on determining exactly what year it is?

Look under the grip for full S.N. Post a pic if you can and give detailed info on all the markings including their location and we can dial it in for you.
PS: Also you'll get a quicker response if you open a new thread in "Ask the pro's what it's worth" Usually the same day.
Welcom to TFF.

04-05-2009, 12:43 PM	#1
Old Gun Guy V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: N. Utah Contributor Posts: 489	Bill Goforth's Iver Johnson Reference book I don't know if this has been posted by someone else earlier, but I needed to say this. I received Mr. Goforth's book yesterday, and I am now kicking myself for not ordering it earlier. It is a wealth of information, and I would recommend anyone that collects Iver Johnson firearms to purchase this book. He obviously worked extremely hard to gather all the info that he did. My hats off to him, and I can't wait to get his H&R book when it finally comes out. Old Gun Guy -->

04-05-2009, 02:34 PM	#2
45Auto Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,119	Re: Bill Goforth's Iver Johnson Reference book Yes, it is a great book on a great American company. Mr. Goforth also has my highest regard for his hard work.

04-06-2009, 01:48 PM	#3
w1spurgeon V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 176	Re: Bill Goforth's Iver Johnson Reference book Bill Goforth's work does not stop with his well-researched books. He is the "resident expert" on such matters on this forum and freely gives of his time to provide answers to those of us who are less knowledgable. I've learned a lot from him and he has my gratitude and highest regard.

04-07-2009, 02:33 PM	#4
b.goforth Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: houston, tx Posts: 3,174	Re: Bill Goforth's Iver Johnson Reference book many thanks, you all had better stop now before i get a big head. i am not a writer i am a collector/researcher but it is nice to know people are willing to spend their hard earned money on something i wrote. bill __________________ Author: Iver Johnson's Arms & Cycle Works 1871-1993 H&R Arms Company 1871-1986 (due spring 2010) available from www.gunshowbooks.com website; iverjohnsoncollector.x10hosting.com

12-27-2012, 03:32 PM	#5
Uncle-Nortee Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 1	Re: Bill Goforth's Iver Johnson Reference book I have what I believe to be a 2nd model Safety hammer .32 but it does not have any letter designation before either serial number. The number is 58082. Any help here on determining exactly what year it is? Last edited by Uncle-Nortee; 12-27-2012 at 03:39 PM..

12-29-2012, 08:08 AM	#6
Fatstrat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Okla. Posts: 536	Re: Bill Goforth's Iver Johnson Reference book Is this book still available?