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Source : Medievalists.net – Curated by ShoQ™
A small, decorated bronze fragment unearthed in northeastern Germany may force historians to reconsider the timeline of firearms in medieval Europe. Archaeologists believe the artifact, dubbed the “Kletzke Handrohr,” is part of a handheld firearm dating to around 1390. [5, 8] If this assessment is...
Source : Cowboy State Daily – Curated by ShoQ™
LSB Auctions has formally announced a monumental three-day live auction scheduled for early May 2026 at The Cody Auditorium in Wyoming. This landmark event will feature more than 1,200 lots of historic firearms, Western memorabilia, militaria, and sporting arms, all sourced from prominent private...
Source : YouTube - 12 Guns Collectors Are Secretly Hoarding in 2026 – Curated by ShoQ™
In the bustling secondary firearms market of 2026, a clear trend has emerged: serious collectors are aggressively seeking out 'pre-change' firearms. These are not necessarily antique, but rather guns made before a significant shift in the manufacturer's ownership, design, or production methods....
Source : Morphy Auctions – Curated by ShoQ™
As the United States gears up for the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War, Morphy Auctions is finalizing the catalog for its highly anticipated Premier Firearms and Militaria auction. Scheduled for May 12–14, 2026, the Pennsylvania-based auction house is positioning this three-day event as a...
Source : Firearms News – Curated by ShoQ™
The collectible firearms market is currently experiencing a massive upward trajectory, with rare and historically significant revolvers leading the charge as blue-chip investments. Recent sales data and preview room activity at Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC) highlight a distinct shift: high-end...
Source : FBI News – Curated by ShoQ™
In a significant victory for historical preservation, the FBI’s Art Crime Team, alongside the Department of Justice and local Pennsylvania law enforcement, has successfully repatriated a stolen Revolutionary War-era musket to the Museum of the American Revolution. The return of the .78-caliber...
Source : PR Newswire – Curated by ShoQ™
A remarkably rare collection of firearms tied to some of the most notorious figures of the Depression-era American underworld is hitting the auction block. Vandenbrook Galleries in Tampa, Florida, has announced the liquidation of a billionaire’s private, historic gun collection. While the auction...
Source : reason.com – Curated by ShoQ™
The recent publication by Dr. Angus McClellan analyzes historical perspectives on "gun-free zones" and highlights the requirement of armed security in sensitive locations. The paper notes how, during the founding era, governments implemented laws compelling individuals to carry arms to ensure...
Source : NBC Montana – Curated by ShoQ™
Rodger Edward Hawkes, a 71-year-old man from Coeur d'Alene, has been sentenced to nine months in prison for stealing historical items from the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. On September 14, 2024, he unlawfully removed artifacts from a display dedicated to weapons used during the Lewis and...
Source : The Firearm Blog – Curated by ShoQ™
The SR-3M rifle, integral to the arsenal of Soviet special forces, has recently sparked interest within the U.S. firearm community after Roswell Rifle Works unveiled a U.S. version at SHOT Show 2026. Originally developed as a more versatile alternative to the VSS ‘Vintorez’ and AS ‘Val’, the SR-3M...