Firearms & Military | August 18, 2026 at 10 AM ET

Alderfer Auction Firearms , Swords and Bayonets Auction August 18th at 10:00 AM. Bid on large selection of collectible, military, sporting & antique firearms. Highlights include a large assortment of pistols, rifles and shotguns for the serious target/competition and long range shooter.

The auction features an impressive range of historic treasures, such as the rare US Navy Marked H. Aston 1842 Army Percussion Pistol, a cased matched pair of antique dueling pistols, the hard-to-find Rogers & Spencer Army Model, and the scarce Sharps & Hankins Model 1862 Navy Carbine.

Precision marksmen will find exceptional gear, including custom benchrest setups like the Sako Finnfire P94S and the Anschutz Match 54, alongside elite modern hardware like the American Rifle Company XYLO Nucleus, the Krieghoff KX 6 Trap, and the versatile Winchester Super Grade XTR.

Edged weapon enthusiasts will discover an impressive lineup of relics, including classic US M1905 and German K98 bayonets, alongside stunning antique swords and tactical fighting knives.

From classic pieces like the US Rock Island 1903 and Mauser Werke Model 2000 to high-performance modern platforms like the Desert Eagle 1911G, Watchtower Apache, Bushmaster XM-15E2S, and the Smith & Wesson 651-1, this auction offers an unparalleled opportunity for collectors and shooters alike to acquire top-tier craftsmanship.

Auction will be open at alderferauction.com for pre-bidding approximately two weeks before auction date until Tuesday, August 18th at 10AM, at which time pre-bidding will cease and the auction will go live at the auction center (no live audience, just our auctioneer and auction staff). 

Online bidding starts early August.

Be sure to check out our Ammunition Auction also on August 18th and our Firearm Accessory Auction on August 19th.

Ammunition Auction August 18th at 8:00 PM: Alderfer Auction presents an impressive and diverse selection of ammunition, bringing together highly sought-after calibers for hunters, target shooters, and competitive marksmen alike. Rifle selections feature a robust lineup of .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO and .308 Win / 7.62x51 NATO (including several quantities conveniently loaded on stripper clips), alongside 7.62x39, .270 Win, and 30-30 Win. Handgun offerings are equally comprehensive, spanning popular defensive and target rounds in 9mm, .45 Auto, .40 S&W, .357 Mag, and .38 Special. For shotgun enthusiasts, the inventory includes versatile 12-Gauge and 20-Gauge rounds, highlighting specialized steel shot, buckshot, and slugs. Rounding out this extensive collection is a premier selection of rimfire ammunition, featuring everyday .22LR and .17 Mach 2, alongside elite, competition-ready LAPUA Midas L and ELEY Match EPS premium rounds.

Firearm Accessories, Sporting and Military Auction August 19th at 7:00 PM: Alderfer Auction presents a well-rounded selection of accessories including scopes/optics, realoading presses by Dillon, MEC, RCBS and others. Also offered are brass, bullets, primers, boots and clothing. Bid on an inflatable boat and kayak, cases, crossbows, archery equipment, target and benchrest shooting equipment. The auction continues with a large selection of swords, bayonets, helmets ammo cans and much more.

We are inviting consignments and buyouts from collections and estates, from one piece to one thousand or more! We welcome your firearm collections for future auctions. Contact our firearms team today at 215.393.3000 or complete our Consign Now form on our website.