Aquila Books buys and sells rare and specialty books, manuscripts, artwork and antique scientific instruments. Its book selection includes many Western Canadian, oil and gas, and military history titles. Hunting and fishing, polar exploration and mountaineering are also topics you’ll find on its shelves. Most instruments are dated from the late 19th to early 20th centuries, and include medical, dental and drafting devices. Artwork and instruments are viewed by appointment only. Located on 16th Avenue Northwest close to SAIT Polytechnic, the shop is open for business Tuesday through Saturday.