What Firearms Were Most Popular to Sell in September 2025?
As the leaves began to turn, so did the dynamics of the used gun market. September 2025 marked a steady month for firearm submissions to CashMyGuns, but within the numbers, several intriguing patterns emerged. Whether you’re a collector, a first-time seller, or someone watching market trends, this month’s forecast delivers essential insights.
Which Gun Types Are Sellers Offloading Right Now?
Are Collectible Rifles Still Gaining Traction?
Yes, and strongly so. We’ve continued to see a rise in historical and collector rifles, with notable appearances from:
- Springfield Armory 1903 bolt-action rifles
- Mosin-Nagant M91/30s, often WWII‑dated
- Enfield SMLE and No.4 Mk1
- Pre-64 Winchester hunting rifles
These vintage pieces, especially those with all-matching serials, unit markings, or original finishes, are drawing serious collector attention.
🔍 Why is this important? As the holidays approach, estate planning and year-end cleanouts lead to more rare rifles surfacing, creating opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
Are Modern Handguns Still in High Supply?
Absolutely. Our most commonly submitted firearms in September included:
- Glock 19, 17, and 43 – Gen 3, 4, and 5
- Smith & Wesson M&P Shield
- Sig Sauer P365 and P320 variants
- Taurus G2C and G3C models
Compact, concealed-carry handguns are in high circulation. These are being sold by owners upgrading to red-dot-ready slides or simply cleaning out unused nightstand inventory.
What’s Happening to AR-15 and Tactical Rifle Submissions?
Submissions of AR-15s and similar tactical platforms dropped slightly again this month, continuing a trend from August. We saw:
- Fewer entry-level builds
- Less volume of mismatched uppers/lowers
- Higher demand only for upgraded rifles with optics, triggers, or name-brand parts
The AR market remains saturated, and sellers are more hesitant to offload unless their builds include high-end components.
Are Shotguns Seeing More Interest?
Yes, especially over/unders and older hunting shotguns. Submissions included:
- Browning Citori
- Mossberg 500 and 835 Turkey guns
- Winchester Model 12
- Remington 870s with wood furniture
🎯 Shotgun tip for sellers: Firearms with checkered stocks, vent ribs, or original cases draw better offers. Duck season and upland game hunts boost this segment’s appeal heading into fall.
Why Are People Selling Firearms Right Now?
Our team had conversations with dozens of sellers this month, and these were the top reasons for selling:
- Estate clean-outs and downsizing
- Making room for new firearm purchases
- Needing quick cash before the holidays
- Legal transfers due to family moves or inheritance
Many sellers are pleasantly surprised at how quick, simple, and secure our process is: even when shipping a firearm across state lines.
What Are Real Customers Saying About CashMyGuns?
Here’s what recent Google reviews had to say:
“Everything went exactly as they said it would. Received payment quickly. Great communication!”
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“Excellent experience! Their offer beat a local shop and I felt safe shipping everything with their instructions.”
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– Verified Google Review
We continue to maintain a 4.9-star rating on Google with thousands of verified reviews from real sellers like you.
What’s the Forecast for October?
Here’s what we expect based on September’s insights and seasonal trends:
Will Collector Firearms Keep Surging?
Yes, especially military surplus and early 20th-century rifles. Estate sellers tend to unload family heirlooms in Q4, so rare bolt-actions and older lever guns may become even more common.
Will Glock and Compact 9mm Sales Stay High?
Expect them to hold steady. Concealed-carry trends, holiday purchases, and owner upgrades keep Glocks and similar handguns in demand.
Will Shotguns Be Hot This Hunting Season?
Definitely. September shotgun submissions rose, and we expect even more upland and waterfowl models to be sold and purchased through mid-November.
Is Now a Good Time to Sell a Firearm?
Yes, especially if you’re holding:
- Collector-grade bolt-action or lever-action rifles
- Popular compact pistols (Glock, Sig, S&W)
- Premium shotguns with field use or historical value
- Firearms that are sitting unused in safes or passed down without a shooter in the family
How Can You Get a Firearm Appraised?
We make it easy:
- Submit your firearm online in 5 minutes
- Receive a competitive cash offer within 24–48 hours
- Use our prepaid, insured shipping label to send it in
- Get paid fast via check or direct deposit
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Want Monthly Gun Market Forecasts Like This?
Stay tuned for our next blog where we’ll cover:
- October’s best-selling guns
Top collector pieces on the move - Trends in used firearm values before the holidays