Michael,
I'm new to this site -- happened across it yesterday. However, I figured with both you and Steve Hughes posting here, it can't be all bad.
I too am a book nut, and have amassed a decent library over the years. I'm glad to know that you are a Samworth collector. I haven't really looked lately, but I know I have at least one in my library, Big Game Rifles and Cartridges by Elmer. The copyright is 1936. I've had it for years, don't remember where I got it, and have no idea what they are selling for these days. I also have a copy of Keith's Big Game Hunting, Published by Little, Brown and Company. The copy I have is the 1954 reprint. I had about an hour-long chat back in 1979 with Elmer, and he certainly was a colorful and interesting character.
Thanks much for starting this most interesting thread. Glad I found it.
TT