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RIAC holds 5 major gun auctions per year, and 3-5 one day Online Only auctions. We are the world’s top gun auction house for antique and collector firearms. As our reputation for integrity, quality, and presentation of rare firearms have grown, so have our results. Thanks to our tireless work ethic and constant pursuit of excellence, we remain the largest auction house for antique firearms, collector firearms, rare guns, antique guns, modern guns, and other firearm related items since 2003. We continue to bring world record firearms prices and offer some of the most historic and rare guns you will find. If you are looking for the best in rare engraved, gold, silver and many other pieces of metal art antique guns or you want some of the main stay collector firearms still in their usable life, you will find them here.
In the spring of 2011 we moved into our current state of the art, 86,000 square foot home. This facility has a dedicated auction and preview halls. We installed new bright high efficient LED lighting allowing customers to preview guns in close to daylight conditions. This facility demonstrates our investment in the firearms collector industry for many more years to come.
We hold gun auctions for buyers, and we’re also the best place to sell your guns. Whether you’re selling a large gun collection or just a single inherited rare firearm, RIAC is the best and easiest way to sell your guns for the most money. Don’t take our word for it! Read about our consignment process, watch videos of satisfied clients, and see some of our spectacular results for yourself. We’re the best at what we do, we hold the world record for selling a single firearm like this Winchester 1886. As the undisputed leader in our field, we invite you to find out what so many others already know. No one gets you more money for your firearms, or works as hard, as Rock Island Auction Company. Learn how to sell your guns today with the best gun auction house in the world!
Our Regional auctions are made up of affordable antiques, beginning collector’s items, usable sporting arms, and many non-firearm lots. A majority of the lots have multiple firearms. A Regional Auction has routinely consisted of approximately 4,000 lots with as many as 10,000 firearms in those lots. We hold two Regional Auctions per year, one in the summer and one in the winter. The concept of the Regional Sale was initiated by the demand that our customers developed for the “everyday collector” type guns. Were these guns placed in a Premiere Auction, they would simply be overshadowed. These guns need to be seen in person as we keep the description to a minimum and use a rating scale for the condition encouraging the buyer to view the items in person. We produce thousands and thousands of black and white catalogs that are sent to potential bidders all over the world.
These auctions are comprised of firearms such as sporting and hunting firearms, manufacturers such Browning, Winchester, Ruger, Colt, Remington, Smith & Wesson, plus Japanese and European military firearms. You will also find firearm related books, holsters, swords, parts, leather, ammunition and more. This is also an auction for antique and highly collectible items. Each item is listed with a headline, high and low estimates, condition rating, and photo. As with our Premiere Auctions, our website features the entire Regional Auction catalog of items and is searchable by model, serial number, manufacturer, lot number, keyword, and more. All items are viewable in color online and all guns have both sides shown!
Manufactured in 1960. 2 3/4" chamber, full choke, and 14 1/4" LOP....
Some hand markings on stock....
One of the very rare Paterson Colt revolving arms manufactured circa 1838-1841....
Manufactured in 1953....
Barrel shortened during its period of use retains the two-line patent/address marking, saddle ring staple...
With non-matching factory picture box....
Manufactured between 1863 and 1875. Comes in a purple velvet lined mahogany case with compartments...
Manufactured from 1899-1902....
The top barrel flat is marked with the two-line address/patent marking. Floral scroll engraving is...
Manufactured in the second year of production, 1874. This First Model 1873 Winchester Saddle Ring...
Manufactured in 1943. Remington-Rand slide, High Standard barrel....
2 3/4" chamber, Poly Choke adjustable choke, and 14" LOP....
2 3/4" chamber, improved cylinder choke, and 14 1/4" LOP....
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Manufactured in 1929. 2 3/4" chamber, full choke, and 13 3/4" LOP....
"Eagle" and "crown/U" proofed. With a modified holster and barrel rod....
Manufactured 1969....
Receiver dated "58". With folding blade bayonet....
Factory letter lists revolver with sheriff/storekepper configuration, 4" barrel in .45 LC (currently replacement barrel),...
Manufactured in 1866. Low blade front, elevation adjustable rear and long range tang sights and...
RIA has been the consummate professional in the process of consigning my firearms. They are well organized and efficient and continually communicate very well with their clients. I would feel comfortable having the RIA handle any of my firearm related transactions. J.K.
RIAC gun auctions continue to be the innovator within the firearms industry and is proud to offer an additional gun auction platform to sell your items. Guns listed here for auction will be sold in the same way as our other auctions except there is no live bidding audience in our facility during the auction. Bids are accepted absentee, telephone and live on the Internet during the day of the auction. These auctions are comprised of a myriad of firearms and related items such as gun parts, books, scopes, knives, swords and more and are held at least three times a year. Typically, items in our Online-Only auctions are placed there as they do not meet our minimum lot value to earn a spot in a Premiere or Regional sale. Again, as with our Premiere Auctions, our website features the entire Online-Only Auction catalog of items and is searchable by model, serial number, manufacturer, lot number, keyword, and more. All items are viewable in color online and all guns have both sides shown.
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Manufactured in 1972....
Introduced in 1984, the window for Uzi Pistols to be properly converted and registered with...
Includes unnumbered box, manual, and hammer extension....
Some titles to include: "Famous Guns from Famous Collections" by Hank Wieand Bowman, "The Gun...
Includes custom Ax Arms hardcase, attached reflex sight, Kineti-tech barrel shroud, bipod, additional green laser,...
Includes a unmarked wood case, copy of factory letter, and other research provided by the...
Includes matching box, extra Tapco magazine, sling, oil bottle, and cleaning kit....
Magazine absent....
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1) Nightforce NXS 1-4x24 Scope. 2) AN/PVS-14 Monocular Night Vision Device. 3) Mepro 21M Reflex...
Manufactured only in 1981. With attached Colt/Leupold M8-2x Extended E.R. scope, Halliburton extruded aluminum case,...
Manufactured in 1903....
Includes matching box and Rem oil....
Manufactured in 1978....
Includes matching factory box, manual, and two extra magazines....
The letter verifies the features of the gun and that it was shipped as one...
"UNITED STATES PROPERTY" marked under barrel and ordnance "flaming bomb" marked on left side of...
Includes cleaning tools and extra magazine. Barrel marked "BAR STO 40 S&W" and right side...
Hello folks, and Happy New Year. Another sale, and once again I have to comment on the EXCELLENT packing and shipping performed by your staff. Looking forward to the February Regional Auction. Thanks again,
B.P.
Colt Paterson Model 1839 Carbine manufactured by Samuel Colt at the Paterson, New Jersey, factory...
Manufactured in 1850. Mexican eagle themed grips....
Issued by The American Historical Foundation....
We are the best place to sell your guns! As a firearms auction house, we have one common goal with our consignors: achieve the highest possible price.
Rock Island Auction Company has firmly established itself as the #1 firearms auction house in the world for collectible firearms, edged weapons, & military artifacts. It is a position we have held since 2003 through a winning formula of integrity, superior marketing, first-class presentation, and a constant pursuit of excellence. As the undisputed leader in our field, we invite you to sell your guns by consignment with us to find out what so many others already know. No one gets you more money for your firearms, or works as hard, as Rock Island Auction Company. Learn how to sell you guns today!
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The February RIA auction was the first time I bid on guns. While I was only successful with one of my bids, the process was a great learning experience. The efficiency, customer focus, and integrity of RIA is second to none. Getting familiarized with the auction process brought me into contact with a few different staff members who provided education, advice, and assistance with patience and expertise. I will be back to the next auction and others going forward. I congratulate all on a great company in an interesting field. Buyers and sellers can interact with RIA with the confidence that the process and people are professional and honest.
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