I received several new numbers for the database of Simson information this last week; and anything we collect going forward from March 07 on is for the revised Simson Lugers book! Yes, you heard me right. Simpson LTD (wonâ??t that cause confusion for folks; Simson lugers published by Simpsonâ?¦), Simpson has a publishing concern in Thailand and will be publishing the book â??Simson Lugersâ? by Edward Tinker and Graham Johnson, with it being published and available for purchase by July or August. A paraphrased quote from Brad Simpson;
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The book should arrive in the USA in July or August, so now is a good time to start talking about it on the forums. Once I have a final cover design, I'll put it on the http://www.simpsonltd.com web-site and start taking advance orders.
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We think it is a pretty good book, with a lot of information and feedback from many members of the forums and NAPCA. We have literally hundreds of photos of Simsons, from the dated 1925â??s, 1926â??s and the undated models (to include S toggle and Simson & Co, Suhl toggles.
As I alluded to above, Simpson LTD is publishing for us, and has treated us with the highest regard, being very helpful, providing editing service and just treating us like kings through the entire process. There are two versions of the book, the standard version that will market for around $65 plus shipping and a deluxe version, signed by both of us, leather bound for $125 plus shipping. Simpson will start taking advance orders probably mid-May, once the final cover design is completed and Brad is back in the USA.