.45 ACP vs 9mm | Rock Island Auction
Of all the firearms debates, perhaps none is more heated today than 9mm vs .45 ACP. Originating in the early 20th century, 9mm and...
The Colt Paterson and its Predecessors
By the time Samuel Colt patented his first revolving firearms designs in 1836, revolving guns had been around for centuries. The impressive array of...
The Elephant Rifle: Tales of the Hunt
In 1914's 'Life-Histories of African Game Animals,' Theodore Roosevelt noted that, "With the possible exception of the lion, the elephant is the wisest and...
Consider The Mount Rushmore of Colts
Colt’s Manufacturing Company has been producing historic guns for 177 years, drawing numerous collectors, scholars and devotees, so declaring the “Mount Rushmore of Colt...
Colt Snake Guns | Rock Island Auction
Colt revolvers are one of the undisputed kings of arms collecting, revered for their craftsmanship and historic appeal. The Colt Python and its serpent-inspired...
Fantastic Colt Semi Automatic Pistols
John Moses Browning’s genius is apparent up and down the roster of Colt semi automatic pistols, an amazing lineup of reliable and accurate handguns.Browning...
Blunderbuss: The Flintlock Combat Shotgun
The blunderbuss is among the most iconic of all muzzleloading firearms, with their distinctive bell shaped muzzles they have long been associated with pirates...
The MG42: Hitler’s Buzzsaw | Rock Island Auction
One of the signature weapons of WW2, the MG42 machine gun combined portability with a devastating rate of fire. The infamous German machine gun...
Skeeter Skelton’s Ruger Blackhawk | Rock Island Auction
There was a time in the not too distant past, when adult and child alike would wait with enthusiasm for the mailman to bring...
Beyond the Highlights: December’s Hidden Gems
The December Premier Auction is mere days away, so this primer highlights the outstanding offerings beyond the flagships riding a true tidal wave of...
