It’s not uncommon for brand name objects to assume the role of catch-all term for their generic equivalent. That’s the case with the terms “derringer” and “Deringer.”
What’s in a Name? Derringer vs Deringer
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1958 Surplus Guns; Cheap! And for Good Reasons!?
In 1958, the importation of obsolete military guns was in full swing. Anyone could buy them cheap. Most did not. There was a reason for that.
FBI Philadelphia Seeks Help Recovering More Revolutionary War Relics ~ VIDEO
The recent recovery of Revolutionary War-era firearms stolen from Valley Forge Park is a victory for law enforcement historians, collectors, and patriots alike.
Vintage 1906 Quackenbush Rifle vs. Modern Rossi Compact RB22 Rifle
The Quackenbush single shot rifle from 1906 and the Rossi RB22 Compact are similar in concept. Both are light, compact rifles, easy to carry and use. Today, you get much more for an hour worked than people did in 1906.
Rescuing a Relic: When Is An Old Gun Too Far Gone to Save?
Sometimes you have to wonder when you run across an old gun, one that has seen better days, if it is worth saving or just scraping for parts?
Merwin Hulbert, The Finest Revolvers You Have Never Heard Of
In working condition with no finish left, Merwin Hulber Revolvers sell for thousands of dollars with pristine or engraved versions going for much more…
Rock Island Auction: Evolving the Art of Gun Auctions
Rock Island Auction has developed into a premier gun auction site on the Internet. A conversation with President Kevin Hogan helped to explain how they work.
Milestone’s Nov. 2 Firearms Auction: Stellar Selection of Winchester Rifles & Colts
European highlights: 1850s English cane gun; rare 1733 French dragoon flintlock pistol of the type used in French & Indian War, a first standardized pistol for French army and navy.
KRISS USA Launches New Division Edelweiss Arms
Edelweiss Arms is a new division focused on the import and sale of C&R (curios and relics) and antique firearms…
Comments to Tennessee Regarding Expansion of Primitive Weapons Classification
Allowing these additional weapons to be used during the muzzle loader season would likely have a minor impact on the number of hunters.
Premier Firearms & Military Auction with Collection of Revolutionary War Guns
800 lots span 200-year timeline with exceptional shotguns, rifles, revolvers, Japanese swords, Civil War, WWII/Nazi rarities, American Indian relics
Guide to Antique Firearms – The Legal Brief ~ VIDEO
Today we’re talking about antique firearms. And no this is not the C&R License episode, you’re going to have to keep waiting for that one.
Luger Pistol aka Pistole Parabellum – Gun Review & Brief History
Starting prices for a mis-matching numbered Luger Pistol from WWI is roughly $700 in fair condition, and they accelerate rapidly from there…
Get Your Curio & Relic FFL #03 License – Process & Information Report
I paid only $234 including shipping to have this powerful unique handgun chambered in 7.62×25 delivered right to my apartment door.
Rock Island Auction Company’s $7.3 Million Regional Firearms Auction!
RIAC has just completed the Feb. 2016 Regional Firearms Auction with outstanding results – $7.3 Million in prices realized!
2016 SHOT Show Auction Features “Western Heritage” Guns, Holsters & More
The 2016 SHOT Show auction on GunBroker.com will feature a “Western Heritage” tribute highlighting the artistry of legendary and modern names in the sporting firearms industry, including Baron…..
Bonhams Antique Arms & Armour Department Cuts Huge Slice of 2015 Collectibles Market
The past year has been a very good one for Bonhams Antique Arms and Armour and Sporting Guns Departments with some record results achieved.
Stephenson’s Issues a Call to Arms Rolling out a 400-Lot Auction of Quality Militaria
Two advanced private collections have merged in perfect formation as the core of Stephenson’s Friday, December 11 Militaria & Firearms Auction.
Unique Auction Is Virtual Time Capsule of Military Achievements of Past Century
An extraordinary collection of military and historical memorabilia amassed by three generations of the same family will take the auction spotlight on November 18 in Bergen County, N.J.
1860 Limited Edition Colt Army Heirloom Revolvers Up for Bids at Goldin Auctions
An abundance of rare historical artifacts including a pair of rare 1860 Colt Army Heirloom Edition Black Powder Revolvers with Tiffany Grips are up for bids in the 2015 Goldin Auctions October…..
Five Centuries of Firearms and Weapons Represented in Morphy’s Sept. 20th Auction
Morphy’s Sunday, September 20 auction features the widest spectrum of firearms the company has offered to date, with a 988-lot selection of guns, edged weapons and ammunition that spans five…..
America’s M1917 Enfield Rifle in .30-06
The famous Sergeant Alvin York is widely believed to have used a Enfield M1917 Rifle in the action that won him the Medal of Honor in 1918.
‘Forgotten Winchester’ Rifle Now on Display at Buffalo Bill Center of the West
Why would you leave your rifle and not come back for it?” Hlebinsky asks. “How many years was it hidden? Why was it left leaning against a tree???
Cody Firearms Museum Names Ashley Hlebinsky New Curator
Ashley Hlebinsky will take over the curatorial reins at the renowned Cody Firearms Museum of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming…
Rock Island Auction’s 2014 Sept. Firearms Auction Presents Both the Scarce & Stunning
With the abundance of beauty and rarity present in the upcoming auction, it’s certain to leave many gun collectors and investors elated with their newfound firearms additions…
Making a Working Hunting Gun from Antique Brunswick Rifle Parts
Numbers of Brunswick rifles with broken stocks from old Nepalese arsenals are now available in the USA as “parts guns.” I Decide to make a usable rifle that I can take in the woods and hunt with…
Got a 38 Special that Wont Shoot Plus-P – One Word ‘Buffalo Bore’
Why do I want with something as old & antique as a 38 Special revolver that only shoots 5 or 6 rounds? Then understand the #1 selling handgun in the country is a small framed 5 shot 38 Special revolver…
A Look Back at the Springfield Trapdoor Rifle
In terms of American military long arms very little attention is given to a predecessor of the much heralded M1903 and M1 Garand, the Springfield Trapdoor
Gun Collectors – Why You Should Avoid Import Marks
Whether it’s Ming vases, cars, priceless paintings, sports cards, autographs, Beatles memorabilia, or antiques, collectors in nearly every field want their items to be in the best possible condition and above all, original…
Smithsonian’s National Firearms Collection Journeys West For The First Time
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West, an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, is proud to announce the arrival of 64 unique objects from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History’s National Firearms Collection…
