Antique Handgun Archives

15-10-2023

Why Do Gun Owners Like Iver Johnson Guns? Founded in 1871, Iver Johnson’s Arms and Cycle Works not only produced firearms but also had a rich history in bicycle manufacturing. However, it’s the company’s firearms that gave the company brand recognition. Iver Johnson was a pioneer in prioritizing firearm safety. The “Hammer the Hammer” campaign […]

How Much is an Harrington & Richardson Firearm Worth?

15-10-2023

Why Do Gun Owners Like H&R Guns? Harrington & Richardson, commonly known as H&R, was established in 1871 and produced a wide array of firearms.. While they may not have the same high-profile reputation as some other manufacturers, the affordability of H&R guns cannot be understated. H&R firearms were often termed as “working man’s” guns. […]

How Much are Italian Reproduction Revolvers Worth?

06-10-2023

Italian reproduction revolvers such as Armi San Marco, Pietta, Navy Arms, Uberti and Pedersoli are often associated with historical craftsmanship and timeless design and hold a unique place in the world of firearms. These finely-crafted firearms pay homage to classic revolver models while offering collectors and enthusiasts a chance to own a piece of history. […]

How Much is a Luger Worth?

29-09-2023

Why Do Gun Owners Like Lugers? The Luger pistol, known for its unique design and historical significance, is a collector’s dream. This iconic firearm, designed by Georg Luger, has left an indelible mark on the world of handguns and helped define a turbulent era. The Luger’s historical significance cannot be overstated. It was the standard-issue […]

What is my Webley Firearm Worth?

17-06-2023

Why do Gun Owners like Webley Firearms? Webley & Scott a renowned name in the firearms industry, is one of the oldest manufacturers in the gun industry with almost two centuries of production of some of the most famous firearms the world has ever seen. Webley was founded in the late 18th century by William […]

What is My P.38 Pistol Worth?

21-12-2021

Why do Gun Owners Like P38 Pistols? Amongst the most successful designs of handguns in the mid-20th century, the Walther P.38 served faithfully in the forces of the Wehrmacht during the Second World War and in numerous police forces post war. Operated by a short recoil, hinged locking piece assisted breechlock and featuring an open […]

Selling a Gun on Consignment

07-09-2020

We here CashMyGuns believe in giving an honest and fair price for unwanted firearms for our customers. We do realize that sometimes our customers are looking for a consignment arrangement to sell their gun. Thankfully there is an alternative that is just as effortless as CashMyGuns! For those who have a top-dollar firearm and want […]

Your Gun’s Natural Patina is Valuable

03-07-2018

The patina or natural worn finish on your firearm may actually be an important part of its value. With older antique firearms, that slightly worn finish that acquires with age, use and exposure is sometimes an essential part of it’s collectibility, history and preservation. It takes years of handling, oiling and age to develop a […]

Selling Guns Online – How to Sell Your Gun Online

03-11-2017

Buying and selling guns online can be a little tricky. Staying on top of the ever-changing gun laws across our nation and the differences among states is difficult to do. There are various reasons why some people sell their firearms but no matter the reason, we want to make the process of selling guns online […]

What is a Blued Finish?

04-09-2017

If you type “blue steel” in your internet search bar, you’re going to get two main results. The first is Ben Stiller’s character from the movie Zoolander, and the other involves the finish on a gun. Bluing is a passivation process of treating steel to prevent rust. The chemical process results in a blue-black finish, hence […]

Guns That Changed History

23-08-2017

Cash My Guns gets excited when historically significant firearms come through our facility doors. What can we say? We’re history buffs. At a fundamental level, guns are simple machines; they fire projectiles when the trigger is pulled. So, it’s amazing to think that a machine operated by an index finger can have such a lasting […]

The Colt M1911 Pistol

26-07-2017

Recently, a client of ours sold us a real beauty of a gun – a Colt M1911 pistol. This fabled firearm has seen action in several armed conflicts throughout history and made a name for itself on the civilian market as a sharpshooter. When a gun like this comes into Cash My Guns, we love […]