Gunslinger Auctions is a live firearms auction house based in Orange, California. Every auction runs simultaneously — in the room, on HiBid.com, on Proxibid.com, and through our own Sealed Bid system on GunslingerAuctions.com. The Auctioneer calls bids in real time and declares the winner. It moves fast.

Because we run across multiple platforms at once, there can be a split-second difference between what different platforms show. Bid decisively. The Auctioneer cannot be held responsible for bids that don’t reach him in time due to platform lag or connectivity — that’s the nature of live multi-platform auction, and by bidding you accept that risk.

In-person bidders have first priority in any dispute, followed by Sealed Bidders, then online bidders. The Auctioneer’s call is final.

Auction house — preview, pick-up, and all firearm paperwork:
Gunslinger Auctions, LLC
1740 West La Veta Ave, Orange, CA 92868
Tuesday–Friday 10 AM–5 PM  |  Saturday 10 AM–4 PM (PT)

Live auction venue:
Highway 39 Event Center
1563 S. State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92806

All previewing, DROS paperwork, and in-person pick-ups take place at the Orange facility — not the auction venue.

HiBid.com: Create or log into your HiBid account and register for the specific Gunslinger Auctions event. You’ll check a box acknowledging our Terms & Conditions as part of the process. Approval is mostly automatic, but we reserve the right to approve or deny any registration.

Proxibid.com: Same deal — register for the event through your Proxibid account. Our Terms & Conditions are referenced directly above the bid button every time you place a bid.

Sealed Bids (GunslingerAuctions.com): Use the Sealed Bid form on our website. You’ll scroll through our full Terms & Conditions and click to acknowledge before your submission goes through. A $1.00 non-refundable verification charge confirms your payment method.

Register at least 24 hours before auction start to avoid approval delays. You’ll receive email confirmations at registration and invoice issuance — both contain a link to our full Terms & Conditions.

Yes — and we strongly encourage it. Preview is free, no appointment needed, at our facility:

Gunslinger Auctions, LLC
1740 West La Veta Ave, Orange, CA 92868
Tuesday–Friday 10 AM–5 PM  |  Saturday 10 AM–4 PM (PT)

You can handle items, ask questions, and get a real sense of condition before you commit. Our descriptions are written in good faith, but nothing replaces seeing it with your own eyes. If you bid without inspecting, that’s your call — and by bidding, you’re agreeing that you had the opportunity and chose to pass on it.

One thing we won’t do: disassemble firearms for inspection. Field-strip requests are declined for every item, every time. Come look at the outside and ask us questions — we’ll tell you what we know.

Our staff write every description in good faith — make, model, caliber, visible condition, notable markings, accessories included. But we’re not certified appraisers, and our descriptions are opinions, not guarantees.

What we don’t do: test-fire, function-test, or perform mechanical inspections on consigned firearms. We don’t disassemble them. We can’t tell you if the action is smooth, if the timing is correct, or if it’s safe to shoot. That’s what gunsmiths are for. Before you fire any firearm you buy here, take it to a licensed gunsmith. Every single time. No exceptions.

All firearms and related items are sold as collectors items only. Operability and fitness to fire are expressly disclaimed.

If you spot an error before the auction — wrong caliber, wrong manufacturer — call or email us. If we can fix it before the auction, we will.

Yes. All firearms and items are sold as-is, where-is, with no warranties or guarantees of any kind. We don’t function-test, test-fire, or perform mechanical inspections. What you see — and what we describe — is what you get.

We strongly recommend coming to preview in-person and having a gunsmith you trust inspect any firearm before you bid. That’s not a disclaimer — it’s genuine advice. Don’t skip it.

Both platforms let you watch and bid in real time as the Auctioneer calls each lot. If you’ve never used either platform, spend a few minutes getting familiar before auction day — both have their own interfaces and quirks.

It moves fast. Our auctions are not slow. If you’re watching a lot you want, be ready to bid quickly. There is no pause for online bidders.

Your bid is binding the moment you click. No retractions, no “I didn’t mean to click that,” no exceptions. If you bid it, you bought it — assuming it’s the winning bid.

Platform lag is real. If your bid doesn’t register in time, there’s nothing we can do after the fact. Bid early enough that it counts.

Pre-bidding is available. Both platforms allow you to place a maximum bid in advance and auto-bid on your behalf up to that amount — a good option if you can’t watch live.

Post-auction reconciliation: We reconcile all bids after the auction and issue corrected invoices reflecting the true Hammer Price as called by the Auctioneer. If your invoice gets updated, that’s why.

Our Sealed Bid system lets you submit a confidential maximum bid before the auction starts — through our website, by phone, or in-person with one of our staff. Think of it as telling us “I’ll go up to $X on this lot” and letting us bid on your behalf during the live auction.

Submit through GunslingerAuctions.com no later than 24 hours before auction start. A $1.00 non-refundable verification charge confirms your payment method. After submitting, you must contact us to confirm receipt and acceptance — don’t assume it went through without hearing back from us. Unconfirmed submissions are at your risk entirely.

If the lot sells below your maximum, you pay the final bid amount — not your maximum. Tied sealed bids go to whoever submitted first. Once submitted, sealed bids are irrevocable. You can’t modify or withdraw them for any reason.

Sealed bid invoices are generated manually. If you won a sealed bid lot and haven’t heard from us within a reasonable time after the auction, reach out and ask. Payment is due within 3 calendar days of receiving your invoice. Mailing a check? Contact us within those 3 days to let us know it’s coming.

The Buyer’s Premium is a percentage fee added on top of the Hammer Price — standard practice across the auction industry. Here are our rates:

Example: Hammer Price of $500 on HiBid = $625 total before taxes and fees ($500 + 25%).

The lower rate for cash/check reflects that we’re not paying a card processing fee. If you select cash or check but don’t pay within 3 days, your invoice gets recalculated at the credit card rate and charged to the card on file.

Taxes and government-mandated fees vary by item, transfer type, and where you’re located. They’re your responsibility and get added to your invoice as required by law. We don’t set these rates and we have no discretion over them.

California residents should expect state sales tax and state excise tax on firearm purchases. California sales tax applies to all purchases unless you provide a valid resale certificate — excise tax applies to all firearm purchases except Pre-98 antiques. If you’re out of state and your firearm transfers outside California, California taxes don’t apply — but your home state may have its own requirements. That’s on you to know. HiBid and Proxibid collect applicable sales tax automatically at checkout.

Invoices are due within 3 calendar days of the auction close. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, certified checks, and cash (USD only). When you register, you authorize us to store your payment method and charge it for any balance due.

Don’t sit on your invoice. Three days goes fast. If you need to make other arrangements, contact us before the deadline — not after. Unpaid balances accrue interest at 2% per month (24% per annum) beginning on the 7th calendar day following auction close. Failure to pay doesn’t void the sale — you still owe the money, and the meter is running.

On chargebacks: If you win an item, receive it, and then file a chargeback with your bank, that’s a breach of our agreement and we will pursue all available remedies. If you have a legitimate dispute, contact us directly first. That’s what we’re here for.

Non-payment is a serious breach of your agreement with us. If you win and don’t pay, your items will be forfeited, your account will be reported to HiBid and Proxibid, and you may be permanently banned from future Gunslinger Auctions events. Interest accrues on any unpaid balance at 2% per month beginning on the 7th calendar day following auction close — non-payment doesn’t make the debt go away, it makes it grow.

If you’re having a genuine problem — cash flow issue, emergency, whatever — call us before the deadline. We’ve worked with people before. What we don’t do is chase ghosts.

We’re a federally licensed firearms dealer. Every applicable transfer goes through us in compliance with federal, state, and local law. What that means for you depends on where you are and what you bought.

California buyers picking up in-person: You’ll go through the standard transfer process at our facility. There are mandatory government fees, waiting periods, and documentation requirements — all set by the state of California, not us. Come prepared with valid ID.

California buyers shipping within state: Your firearm ships to a licensed FFL dealer of your choice. Email us a copy of their current license at [email protected] with your FULL NAME and BIDDER NUMBER. One license copy covers everything you won in the same auction. We won’t ship until we have payment in full and a valid FFL on file.

Out-of-state buyers: Same process — find a dealer in your state willing to accept the transfer, have them send us their current FFL, and we’ll ship it to them. Make sure your dealer actually agrees to accept it before you send us their license. Not all dealers take transfers from other FFLs — that’s between you and them.

International buyers: We do not export firearms directly out of the United States. You’ll need a licensed U.S.-based dealer with export authority — they send us their FFL, handle the export, and everything from that point forward is between you and your exporter.

Pre-98 antiques: Firearms manufactured on or before December 31, 1898 are generally exempt from standard FFL transfer requirements under federal law and can often ship directly to you. Check your own state’s laws — some states have their own rules regardless of federal exemption.

To complete your Dealer Record of Sale (DROS) in California, you’ll need to bring:

• A valid California photo ID (driver’s license or ID card)
• Proof of California residency if required
• Your FSC (Firearm Safety Certificate) — unless you qualify for an exemption

DROS must be completed at our Orange facility within 30 days of purchase. Failure to complete your DROS on time may result in forfeiture of the firearm. If you’re unsure whether you qualify for an exemption, ask our staff — we’ll tell you what we know, but ultimately it’s your responsibility to come prepared.

Lots marked Out-of-State Only cannot be transferred to California buyers under state law — do not bid on these if you’re a California resident. If you do bid and win, the firearm will not be released to you.

In that situation, we’ll hold the item and sell it on your behalf at the next auction. You’re still responsible for all costs incurred — the sale doesn’t unwind just because you can’t legally take possession. Know what you can legally own before you bid. When in doubt, ask us or consult your own attorney.

For California buyers who need a non-compliant firearm shipped out of state — for example, to a family member or a compliant jurisdiction — we can ship to an out-of-state FFL of your choice.

Yes. Active sworn law enforcement officers may be eligible to purchase handguns that are not on the California Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale, provided all applicable legal requirements are met. You’ll need to bring proper credentials and be prepared to complete the standard transfer process. If you have questions about your specific eligibility, contact us before the auction — not after you’ve won the lot.

We ship via UPS or USPS. All shipments include insurance and require adult signature at delivery. Estimated timeframe is 1–6 weeks after all payment and transfer documentation are in order. That range is wide because it reflects reality — high-volume auctions take longer to process.

• Long guns: $75–$95 for the first; approximately $40 per additional
• Handguns: $40–$50 for the first; approximately $10–$20 per additional

When your package arrives: Look at it before you sign for it. If the exterior packaging is visibly damaged, refuse the shipment and send it back with the carrier. Once you sign for it, you’ve accepted it in that condition and shipping damage claims go away. For concealed damage, you have 5 calendar days from delivery to contact us with photos of both the packaging and the item. No photos, no claim.

If a shipment fails or gets returned due to an error on your end or your dealer’s end, you’re paying to re-ship it.

Yes. When practical, we combine multiple purchases into a single shipment to reduce your costs. Shipping is invoiced after the auction once we’ve assessed the actual items — if combining makes sense, we’ll do it. Long guns and handguns each have their own per-item rates, so the savings depend on what you won and how they can be packaged.

Yes. Pick-up is available at our facility during business hours. Bring valid ID. We will only release purchases to the person on the winning bid invoice — no exceptions, no proxies, no “my buddy is coming to get it.”

Firearms requiring transfer documentation must have all paperwork sorted before same-day release is possible. If you’re a licensed FFL dealer picking up a modern firearm for your own inventory, bring your paperwork and a signed copy of your license on the day of pickup.

All purchased items must be collected or shipped within 30 calendar days of the auction close. After that, storage fees kick in. After 60 days, items are considered abandoned.

We’re an auction house, not a storage facility. We’re happy to hold your items for a reasonable period while you sort out shipping or pick-up, but we do need you to move on it.

• Days 1–30: No charge. Get your transfer paperwork in and arrange pick-up or shipping.
• Day 31+: $5.00 per item per day, every day, until the item leaves.
• Day 60: The item is considered abandoned. We’ll resell it. Storage fees continue to accrue until the item is resold or disposed of, and you remain liable for all costs incurred.

This isn’t a threat — in practice, we work with people. But the policy exists and the Terms & Conditions you agreed to is legally binding. If you know there’s going to be a delay, call us. Communication goes a long way.

All sales are final. That’s not a formality — we mean it. You bid it, you bought it. But we’re reasonable people and we don’t want anyone to have a bad experience.

If your item was damaged in shipping: Refuse visibly damaged packages at delivery. For concealed damage, contact us within 5 days of receipt with photos. We’ll look at it and do what we can.

If you think an item was misrepresented: Contact us. We’ll listen. We don’t guarantee a resolution — all sales are final and our descriptions are opinions — but we’re not going to ignore a legitimate concern. What we won’t entertain: “I changed my mind,” “I found it cheaper elsewhere.” Those aren’t grounds for anything.

If you fail a background check: The sale still stands. We’re legally required to hold the firearm and can’t transfer it to you. We’ll resell it. You’re responsible for costs. This isn’t our policy — it’s the law. Know your eligibility before you bid on a firearm.

If you have a real dispute: Contact us first. Most things get resolved with a conversation. If it can’t be resolved directly, our Terms & Conditions provide for mediation and then binding arbitration in Orange County, California. We don’t do class actions.

What not to do: Don’t file a chargeback instead of calling us. It won’t make the problem go away and it will make things significantly worse for you. Talk to us first.

Our catalog uses shorthand classifications that affect how a firearm gets transferred. Here’s what they mean:

Modern: Standard post-1898 manufactured firearm requiring a full FFL transfer through a licensed dealer. Most firearms in our auctions fall into this category.

C&R (Curio & Relic): ATF-classified firearms of historical significance, generally 50 or more years old. If you hold a valid ATF Type 03 C&R license, you may be able to receive these directly — submit your C&R license the same way you’d submit a standard FFL. California C&R holders may have additional state-level requirements; check with us.

PPT (Private Party Transfer): An in-state California transfer between private individuals, conducted through a licensed dealer. These still go through the full transfer process — they’re just exempt from the California Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale. You still need a dealer and still go through the standard paperwork.

Out-of-State Only: These firearms cannot be transferred to California buyers under California law. California residents cannot purchase lots marked Out-of-State Only.

Pre-98 / Antique: Manufactured on or before December 31, 1898. Generally exempt from FFL requirements under federal law and may ship directly to you, subject to your state’s laws. Always verify with your own state’s regulations.

Our catalog listings note when a firearm qualifies as Curio & Relic (C&R). If a lot is marked C&R, that’s our assessment — but it’s your responsibility to confirm eligibility with your FFL or the ATF before relying on your Type 03 license for transfer. California C&R holders may face additional state-level requirements regardless of federal classification. When in doubt, call us before you bid.

Generally, no. Black powder, percussion, and most muzzleloading firearms are not considered modern firearms under federal law and typically do not require a DROS or FFL transfer. In many cases they can ship directly to you. That said, read item descriptions carefully — some items that look like antiques aren’t classified that way, and California has its own rules that don’t always follow federal definitions. If you’re unsure about a specific lot, ask us before bidding.

Yes. In addition to firearms, our auctions regularly include edged weapons, militaria, jewelry, artwork, and related collectibles. Non-firearm items generally don’t require FFL transfer and in many cases can ship directly. Check the catalog for each lot’s specific details — accessories, ammunition, and non-regulated items each have their own handling requirements.

Ammunition occasionally comes up at auction as part of an estate or collection lot — check the catalog. For retail ammo purchases, our sister store carries inventory:

Gunslinger’s Gun Shop
1141 E. Alosta Ave, Azusa, CA 91702

Yes on both. We accept consignments on a rolling basis — single firearms, full estates, and entire collections. We also provide auction estimates and appraisals. Contact us directly to discuss:

Phone: (714) 939-1172
Email: [email protected]
Or use the Contact Us form on our website.