Scarce Sub-Gauge Selections

Rock Island Auction Company’s December 6 – 8 Premier Auction in Bedford, Texas unveils a stunning selection of sporting arms from the benches of history’s finest craftsmen, including a breathtaking trio of factory engraved Purdey & Sons 28 gauge shotguns and the first ever produced Boss & Co. .410 bore O/U shotgun.

The first Boss & Co. .410 O/U shotgun. Learn More

A high grade double gun makes a defining statement in any gathering, an object of pride for its owner and an absolute standout for every collector, shooter, and fowler who appreciates the best of the best. If you’re looking for a bounty of master engraving, handsome wood grain, and sought-after special features, December’s auction is calling your name.

A trio of G. S. Pedretti signed and engraved J. Purdey & Sons 28 gauge O/U shotguns. Learn More

The three-day auction, hosted at 3600 Harwood Rd., Bedford, Texas, is preceded by a preview day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday December 5, where the public is invited to examine any of the over 1,700 lots displayed in the venue’s 19,000-square-foot preview hall. In addition to in-person bidding, bids can also be entered via email, phone, fax, or submitted at rockislandauction.com. The website also livestreams each auction and hosts the company’s online bidding platform, Rock Island Auction Live, allowing sportsmen and collectors around the globe to participate in December’s marquee event.

A historic R. G. Owen built Springfield Model 1903 sporting rifle built for the legendary Elmer Keith. Learn More

Serial number 2 Winchester Model 1912 slide action shotgun. Learn More

Two factory engraved and gold inlaid Ithaca Classic Doubles Superlative Grade sub-gauge shotguns. Learn More