Gunslinger Auctions

At the Auction House

1740 W La Veta Ave in Orange; this is where we catalog, store, preview, and auction your collection to a national bidder base. The only location where you can preview lots in person, collect won items, or arrange shipping.

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Auction Consignment

Single firearms, complete collections, and entire estates. We handle research, photography, cataloging, marketing, and shipping, with roughly 10,000 packages shipped per year. Drop off at either location and let the auction do the work. You get access to our established buyer base without dealing with listings, negotiations, or shipping logistics yourself. Contact us to discuss terms and current intake availability.

Firearms: The Core

Handguns, rifles, shotguns, and long guns of every configuration: new production, pre-owned, antique, and collectible. Off-roster California handguns, NFA-eligible items, and single-action revolvers are particular strengths. If it shoots, we can sell it.

Antique & Militaria

Pre-1899 antique firearms, Civil War and WWI/WWII military surplus, edged weapons of every era: swords, sabers, bayonets, daggers, spears, and knives. Historical militaria, uniforms, medals, and field gear. This is a specialty maintained since 1998 with deep collector market expertise.

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Firearms Appraisals

Written and verbal appraisals for antique, military, and modern collector firearms. Estate valuations, insurance appraisals, and pre-sale estimates. 125+ combined years of team experience. We've handled everything from single working guns to major private collections. If you need documentation for an estate, insurance carrier, or sale decision, call us before guessing at value online. Azusa: (626) 914-7010 • Orange: (714) 939-1172

Western & Cowboy Americana

Cowboy action competition guns, working and show saddles, custom leather holsters and tack, spurs, period riding gear, and Western-themed collectibles. Jeff Taverner is a two-time SASS World Champion; Western Americana is a house specialty, not a sideline.

Fine Art & Decoratives

Western fine art, wildlife art, original paintings, limited-edition prints, bronze sculpture, dioramas, and decorative collectibles. We have moved everything from signed oils to elaborate hand-built dioramas representing firearms history. If it appreciates, it can auction.

Estates & Full Collections

One firearm or 5,000; the process is the same. We photograph, catalog, research, market, and sell every piece. Estate deadlines are met. Nothing comes back. For large collections, we coordinate full transport and can travel to you anywhere in the country.

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FFL Transfers: By Appointment Only

We accept incoming FFL transfers at both locations. If you've purchased a firearm from another dealer or through an online sale and need it transferred through a licensed FFL, contact us before shipping to confirm current procedures. Azusa: (626) 914-7010 • Orange: (714) 939-1172

Appraisals & Valuations

Written and verbal appraisals for antique, military, and modern collector firearms. Estate, insurance, and pre-sale valuations backed by 125+ combined years of team experience. We have appeared as expert appraisers in national media; the background is real.

Firearms

Rifles

Bolt-action, lever-action, semi-automatic, and single-shot: hunting rifles, military surplus, and collector-grade arms across every era. Our inventory spans everything from working-grade field rifles to matching-numbers military pieces that belong in a display case. We see a lot through consignment. If you're looking for something specific, check the current auction catalog or call us. If you're selling, we'll give you an honest assessment of what it's worth and how it will do at auction.

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Shotguns

Pump, semi-auto, over/under, side-by-side, and single-barrel. Field guns, competition guns, and vintage American scatterguns. We see a lot of classic American and European doubles come through on consignment; it is worth checking the catalog before assuming we only carry modern production. If you're looking to sell a good double, we know the buyer base for them.

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Pistols & Revolvers

Semi-automatic pistols and revolvers of all eras. Single-action, double-action, pocket pistols, duty guns, and competition-grade handguns. SASS single-action revolvers are a specialty; Jeff Taverner is a two-time SASS World Champion, and that background shows in how we know and describe these guns. If you're looking for a quality SASS rig or have one to sell, you're in the right place.

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Black Powder & Muzzleloaders

Percussion revolvers, muzzleloading rifles, and flintlock arms. These typically do not require FFL transfer under federal law and can often ship directly to you, though classification depends on the specific firearm, and you should verify before assuming. Check individual listings for classification details. If you have questions about a specific piece, call us before bidding.

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Antique & Curio & Relic Firearms

Pre-1899 antiques and ATF-classified C&R firearms make up a significant part of what moves through our auctions. If you hold a Type 03 C&R license, you'll find plenty here worth watching. We flag C&R eligibility on every qualifying lot. If you're building a collection or looking to liquidate one, we know this market. Contact us to discuss consignment or to get an appraisal on what you have.

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Military Surplus & Historical Arms

Military rifles, pistols, and edged weapons spanning WWI through Vietnam and beyond. Matching-numbers examples, bring-backs, and demilled display pieces all come through on a regular basis. This is one of the strongest categories in our auctions. Serious collector interest translates to strong results. Estate collections in this category are especially welcome on consignment; contact us before deciding how to handle an inherited military collection.

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Magnum & Large-Caliber Firearms

Big-bore revolvers, magnum rifles, and specialty-caliber firearms for hunting and collection. We get a steady flow of high-powered revolvers and lever-actions chambered in the heavy calibers: .44 Mag, .454 Casull, .500 S&W, .45-70, and others. If you're hunting or collecting in the large-caliber space, check the current catalog. If you're selling, these typically do well at auction when properly described.

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Sporting & Competition Guns

SASS/CAS rigs, target pistols, trap and skeet guns, and action shooting platforms. We know this market well; if you're outfitting for a specific discipline, come in and talk before you buy. Jeff Taverner is a two-time SASS World Champion. That's not a marketing line; it means we understand what makes a good competition gun, what to look for in a used SASS rig, and what your setup is actually worth on the secondary market.

Ammunition & Accessories

Firearm Accessories

Holsters, slings, cases, grips, stocks, and related accessories, available both in-store at Azusa and through auction as part of estate lots. We don't maintain a deep accessories retail inventory, but the auction side moves a lot of gear as package lots. If you have a large accessories collection to move, consignment is often the most efficient path.

Collectibles & Militaria

Edged Weapons

Bayonets, fighting knives, swords, and daggers: military and civilian, domestic and foreign. A specialty we've maintained since 1998. If you're building a collection or looking to sell, we know the market and the buyer base for these pieces. Contact us to discuss consignment or to get an appraisal on what you have.

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Military Surplus & Militaria

Helmets, uniforms, insignia, medals, field gear, and historical military artifacts from multiple nations and eras. These lots draw serious collector interest at auction and sell well. Estate militaria collections are always welcome on consignment. If you've inherited a collection and aren't sure what you have or what it's worth, call us before making any decisions. Provenance matters in this category, and proper cataloging makes a real difference at auction.

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Jewelry & Precious Metals

Jewelry, coins, and precious metal items come through regularly as part of estate consignments. These lots are cataloged, photographed, and auctioned to a broad collector audience. If you're including jewelry or precious metals as part of a larger estate consignment, we handle it as part of the package. Contact us to discuss.

Collectibles & Militaria

Art & Collectibles

Artwork, Western Americana, and general collectibles are part of the auction mix. The inventory changes with every consignment; check the current catalog or sign up for auction notifications to stay current. If you have art or collectibles as part of an estate you're settling, contact us. We'll evaluate whether the material is a fit for our buyer base.

Gunslingers Gun Shop

At the Azusa Shop

Walk-ins welcome at 1141 E Alosta Ave in Azusa. Our retail location is where most consignors and buyers start; it’s also where you can drop off auction-bound lots without a separate trip to Orange.

Services

New & Used Firearms Sales

Handguns, rifles, shotguns, and collector firearms: new and pre-owned. Staff who know and shoot what they sell.

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Ammunition & Accessories

In-store ammo spanning handgun, rifle, and shotgun calibers. Wholesale distributor relationships keep our shelves stocked.

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Military Surplus, Knives & Bayonets

Edged weapons, bayonets, military surplus gear, and historical militaria: a specialty maintained since 1998.

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Gunsmithing & Armorer Services

Basic gunsmithing, cleaning, and armorer-level diagnostics and repairs. Call ahead for turnaround estimates.

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Buy, Sell & Trade

We buy outright or trade toward store inventory. Fair market offers backed by decades of valuation experience. No lowball tactics.

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Special Orders

Can't find what you're looking for in the current inventory? The Azusa shop takes special orders on new production firearms. Call or stop in to discuss what's available and what lead times look like. Azusa: (626) 914-7010

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Consignment

Consign in-store or route directly to Gunslinger Auctions for nationwide bidder exposure. Transparent commission structure.

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FFL Transfers: By Appointment Only

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Firearms Appraisals

Written and verbal appraisals for antique, military, and modern collector firearms. Estate, insurance, and pre-sale valuations.

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Auction Consignment Intake

Drop off auction-bound lots at our Azusa location. We coordinate transfer to Gunslinger Auctions in Orange, CA; the process is paperwork-light.

Ammunition & Accessories

Current Production Ammunition

In-stock ammunition at the Azusa shop spanning handgun, rifle, and shotgun calibers. We maintain distributor relationships that keep the shelves stocked on common calibers. Call ahead if you're looking for something specific before making the drive. (626) 914-7010

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Vintage & Specialty Ammunition

Collectible and vintage ammunition comes up regularly at auction: military surplus, obsolete calibers, and sealed vintage boxes. Check the current catalog for what's available. If you have a vintage ammunition collection to sell, contact us. These lots draw collector interest and typically do well when properly cataloged.

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Reloading Supplies

Reloading components, presses, dies, and related equipment come through regularly in estate lots at auction. If you're a reloader, it's worth keeping an eye on the catalog; complete setups and individual components both appear. If you have reloading equipment to sell as part of an estate, we can include it in a consignment package.

Why Gunslinger

What Sets Us Apart

Track Record

Est. 1998. Over 25 Years of Operation.

We have conducted over a million firearms transactions since 1998. Our auction record, consignment history, and buyer network are real. Not marketing copy. Fully licensed FFL with two physical locations in Southern California.

Expertise

125+ Years of Combined Team Experience

Our team spans auction, appraisal, retail, and gunsmithing with deep specialization in antique arms, militaria, Western Americana, and collector firearms. Jeff Taverner is a two-time SASS World Champion and nationally recognized expert appraiser.

Platform Reach

National Buyers; Live and Online

Every auction reaches a worldwide bidder network via Proxibid and HiBid, with hundreds of buyers in the room on the day of sale. The Gunslinger Syndicated Radio Show reaches ~30,000 weekly AM listeners and 28,000+ weekly YouTube viewers; all are potential buyers.

Alignment

We Only Win When You Win

Our commission comes from the final sale price. That means our interests and yours are perfectly aligned; the more money your collection brings, the more money we make. No hidden fees, no pressure to accept lowball offers.

Institutional Recognition

Recognized by the Industry

Authorized dealer listings from major manufacturers, partnerships with collector organizations, and a documented press record spanning national news outlets and industry publications. See our coverage.

Full Service

We Handle Everything

All of it handled in-house: photography, cataloging, secure storage, marketing, live auction management, absentee and phone bidding, shipping coordination, and FFL transfers. You drop it off. We take it from there.

The Gunslinger

Jeff Taverner

Jeff Taverner founded the Gunslinger brand in 1998 with the kind of idea that makes perfect sense in hindsight: build a platform that connects serious collectors with exceptional firearms through a process that is transparent, honest, and genuinely knowledgeable. A musician, lifelong competitive shooter, and collector himself, Jeff brings firsthand enthusiasm to every transaction.

A two-time SASS World Champion, Jeff has spent decades at the intersection of competitive shooting, collecting, and dealing. His expertise in Western Americana, antique arms, and militaria is recognized nationally; he has appeared as an expert appraiser in national media and has been cited by press, manufacturers, and industry organizations throughout his career.

He hosts The Gunslinger Syndicated Radio Show every Sunday alongside co-hosts Mark Romano and Jimi Murtagh, reaching a combined audience of tens of thousands of weekly listeners and viewers. The show is the public face of a private conviction: that firearms history, collecting culture, and responsible ownership deserve a serious, informed platform.

I’ve never turned anyone away. Not a single gun, not an estate of 150. You call me, I’m going to be honest with you about what your collection is worth and which path gets you the most money.
Jeff Taverner, Owner — Gunslinger Auctions

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