Have you ever noticed how any time there’s a gathering of outdoorsmen, an argument always breaks out? The B.S. level rises with each successive opinion, and pretty soon, things get heated. It happens all the time at Sporting Classics. The problem is, we’ve got so many...
Richmond Auctions welcomes you to our 2023 Premier Firearms & Sportsman’s Auction. This sale features nearly 170 lots of world class firearms including highly engraved shotguns, rifles and handguns from Browning, Winchester, Colt, A.H. Fox, Smith &...
For nearly two centuries, Samuel Colt’s firearms have been changing the course of history. And the legacy lives on. By all indications, he never should have succeeded in life, and if he had listened to what others told him, the name of Samuel Colt would probably...
Rock Island Auction Company Sells Elvis Presley’s S&W Model 53 Revolver This past Saturday, August 26, 2023, RIAC sold Elvis Presley’s Historic Special Order Russell Smith Signed, Master Engraved, Gold and Silver Inlaid with the original case gifted to...
In the world of firearms, few names carry as much historical significance and prestige as Griffin & Howe. Founded in 1923, this legendary company has been synonymous with quality, precision and innovation in the firearms industry for an incredible 100 years. To...
In defiance of the conventional assembly line protocols, Benelli is believes you can only have ONE finish on your Lupo rifle — because no two are alike! Benelli USA is introducing the limited edition Lupo KAOS, a high-performance bolt-action rifle that showcases a...
Rock Island Auction Co. gavels in $22 million in May! Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC) brought in $22 million in sales at its Premier Auction of 2023, which took place May 19-21! Featuring the Beaumont-Adams revolver surrendered by Confederate President Jefferson...
Join Sporting Classics and many other fine exhibitors as we help Griffin & Howe celebrate its 100-year anniversary, the 25-year anniversary of Hudson Farm and grand opening of the new Griffin & Howe Showroom! The Anniversary Showcase runs on Friday June 2nd,...
To restore or not, that is the question. How many times have each of us thought about having a fine old gun refinished only to be cautioned that having it reblued or restocked will diminish its value? Several years ago at a small gun show in a church social hall, I...