August 2025 Gun Market Report
Collector Rifles Heat Up, AR Submissions Dip, Glock Demand Soars
As we wave goodbye to summer, the gun resale market continues to shift in fascinating ways. At Cash My Guns, August brought a stable influx of firearms, but with some noticeable changes. Rare, collectible pieces are trending upward, AR-style rifles are slipping, and Glocks and modern handguns remain strong.
What’s Behind the Trends
Collector Market Is on Fire
August saw a surge in rare and historical firearms, including:
- Enfield No.4 Mk1 & Long Branch .303 rifles
- Pre‑64 Winchester Model 70s
- WWII‑era Arisaka and Mauser bolt‑actions
- Smith & Wesson Victory models from the 1940s
These items are drawing sharp attention from collectors as prices climb and seller motivation rises, especially among estates and longtime firearms holders.
AR Platforms See a Pullback
AR‑style rifle submissions dropped noticeably, with fewer:
- PSA, Anderson, and Radical Firearms in the queue
- Budget builds and mismatched configurations
- Owners willing to accept soft market prices
This signals possible market saturation or hesitation to sell amid lower valuations.
Glocks and Modern Handguns Dominating
Modern handguns, especially Glocks, were abundant:
- Glock 17, 19, 23, 26 in Gen 3-5 configurations
- Smith & Wesson M&P Shield and 2.0
- Ruger LCP & LC9s, Sig P365 & P320
Compact 9mm and .380 carriers continue to perform well, especially with upgrades like night sights or optics.
Looking Ahead Into Fall
Expect these trends to continue:
- Collector bolt-actions and hunting rifles will remain strong as fall and estate selling pick up
- High-end shotguns and premium pistol platforms may gain traction with season shifts
- Budget AR builds may remain slow unless uniquely configured or upgraded
Real Seller Feedback
Here’s what real customers are saying, straight from Google reviews:
“The process was easy from start to finish. Got a fair offer, shipping was simple, and the payment was fast. Highly recommend if you need to sell a gun hassle-free.”
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“First time selling online like this… Money was deposited to my account promptly… would definitely recommend and repeat.”
– Jeff W.
“These guys were great, responsive to texts, made me a respectable offer, paid for shipping, and I received the agreed‑upon check quickly. Highly recommend!”
– Bill B.
Why Sellers Trust Us
With a 4.9-star Google rating from over 2,500+ reviews, Cash My Guns stands out for reliability, transparency, and professionalism.
As a licensed FFL under ATF compliance, we provide:
- Secure, no-pressure transactions from anywhere
- Honest appraisals from experienced specialists
- No fees and covered shipping/federal transfers
- Industry-leading insurance on shipments to protect sellers
Thinking About Selling?
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