I am a big fan of Donald Hamilton's series of books about Matt Helm. Just discovered that there has been a prequal written about Helm. I enjoyed the books because of the knowledge of firearms and other things that Hamiliton brought to the series.

For instance in his first novel he describes the usefullness of a 1950 Chevrolet 1/2 ton pickup truck with 4 speed transmission as an all around utility vehicle.

He also was the first write i know of who placed any importance on the use of the folding pocket knife in self defense or in the case of Helm, self offense.

I recommend you find a copy of his first book, "Death of a Citizen". I am sure you will not be disapointed.

The current offering is entitled, "Matt Helm, The War Years" and is available from Amazon.

Based on the logic of Hamilton's choice of weaponry for his character, Matt Helm, Upon completion of my military service, my first purchase was a Smith & Wesson Model 37 Airweight revolver and a Buck 110 folding knife.

Today I have much better equipment but the old ones will still do the job.