A recent study found that 80% of the guns used in crimes were no longer with their legal owners. If you have inherited or accumulated a gun collection and are looking to sell, an arms auction may be the best method for you to find a new home. An arms auction is a great way to get your firearms in front of buyers who are typically collectors, hunters or personal protection advocates and will likely pay you fair market value for your weapons.
An Arms Auction brings a large group of potential buyers to your door, instead of you going out and trying to sell your guns on your own. This creates a competitive environment where buyers are competing to buy your guns, which drives the price up. Most importantly, an auction ensures that your firearm will be sold to a legal buyer.
When you participate in an arms auction, it is important to do your research before deciding to bid. It is recommended to examine the firearm you are interested in ahead of time, and most auctions have a preview period during which you can do this. You should also be sure to check your state’s laws regarding buying and selling firearms, as these rules can vary.
RIAC’s July 10 auction is the first of two leading up to its Premiere August sale, and it includes many desirable lots. Sporting shooters will be drawn to a pair of engraved Rizzini Artemis O/U pistols in 20 ga, while military collectors will take note of a H&K SO5-K PDW pistol and a Robinson Armament M96 riles.
The second day opens with a fine selection of antique arms and edged weapons including a rare Saxon puffer, a superb polish hussars sabre and the pictured pair of French flintlock over and under pistols C. 1700 by Boiron. A range of early armor also crosses the block including a Moghul jade hilted dagger and a North Italian hand-and-a-half sword.
As the conflict in Yemen escalates, it is crucial to remember that armed companies are profiting from sales of weaponry that has the potential to be used to commit serious violations of international human rights and humanitarian law. Arms companies should be transparent about how they are meeting their responsibilities to respect human rights, and they should stop supplying weapons that could end up in the wrong hands.
Amnesty has contacted 22 defence companies, asking them to explain how they meet their responsibilities to respect human rights in their business. Not one company provided an adequate response.
A recent report published by the NRA and Amnesty International has highlighted that the United States is the world’s top exporter of firearms and ammunition, but the country also has some of the most restrictive gun laws. Amnesty is calling on the US to strengthen its policies on gun control, and to take steps to address the problem of illegal trafficking in firearms and ammunition.