Book Troubles (Japanese Equipment)

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#1

I have a few questions concerning some books I’d like to get…

I need some books on Japanese equipment, two books on amazon look quite similar.
Could someone tell me which is better? :confused:

  1. Japanese Aircraft of the Pacific War [Hardcover]
    Rene J. Francillon (Author)
  2. Japanese Aircraft, 1910-1941 (Putnam Aeronautical Books) [Hardcover]
    Robert Mikesh (Author), Shorzoe Abe (Author)

and how can I get a copy of the Japanese magazine J-Tank.

Thanks

#2

Rene Francillon did a fair amount of research, but some of his captions are questionable as to identity of the aircraft the pic may show.
The Mikesh/Abe book almost stops where the topic begins to get interesting.

Regards, Uyraell.

#3

That’s intresting but still which one would have the most reliable information. I’m guessing Rene Francillon.

Thanks again

#4

Francillon will be adequate for most research.
I’d suggest the relevant Aero Series Publications monographs for detailed research-in-depth. These date from the late 1960’s through to the late 1970’s in publication dates.

You are very welcome to the information, I hope it is helpful.

Kind Regards, Uyraell.

#5

Thanks a bunch and I will have a look at those Aero Series Publications (I may have some of them).

#6

You’re most welcome.:slight_smile:
Good Luck with your research.

Kind Regards, Uyraell.