Collector's 2nd Amendment Auction

Saturday, July 11, 2026 • 10:00 AM EDT

Live in Carthage, Indiana • Bid Online Nationwide

Hundreds of firearms. Thousands of rounds of ammunition. One day.

Whether you're a serious collector, sportsman, competitive shooter, investor, or simply looking for your next addition to the gun safe, this auction offers an outstanding selection of firearms and ammunition from estates, private collections, and individual consignors throughout Indiana.

From collectible Winchesters and Colts to modern sporting rifles, concealed carry pistols, hunting shotguns, military firearms, revolvers, ammunition, magazines, optics, and accessories, every lot has been professionally photographed and cataloged by the Burgess Auctions team.

Join us live in Carthage or bid online from anywhere in the country through the MarkNet Alliance bidding platform at bidburgess.com.

Featured Lots

• Smith & Wesson Twelve Revolvers Set — #159 of 500, a rare complete collector set
• Colt Python — gold engraved, museum-quality presentation piece
• 1931 Colt Ace — S/N 00351, early production collector rarity
• Multiple Hunter Flannery-engraved firearms

Auction Highlights

This auction features hundreds of lots including:

• Collector handguns
• Colt, Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Winchester, Browning, Remington and other respected manufacturers
• Hunting rifles
• Sporting shotguns
• Military surplus firearms
• Modern sporting rifles
• Revolvers
• Semi-automatic pistols
• Ammunition
• Magazines
• Holsters
• Reloading components
• Shooting accessories
• Gun safes and sporting equipment

Whether you're searching for an everyday shooter or an investment-quality collectible, you'll find opportunities throughout the catalog.

Why Buy From Burgess Auctions?

Buying firearms at auction should be exciting — not uncertain.

Since 1996, Burgess Auctions has built a reputation for honest descriptions, detailed photography, and professional auction management. Every firearm is cataloged with the information buyers need to bid confidently.

As a federally licensed firearms dealer (FFL), all transfers are conducted in compliance with federal and Indiana law.

Our goal is simple: provide a professional auction experience where collectors and shooters can buy with confidence. See how past collections have performed in our Indiana firearms auction results.

Bid Your Way

Participate however you prefer:

• Attend the live auction
• Bid online in real time
• Leave absentee bids before the auction begins

Whether you're in Indiana or across the country, you'll compete on equal terms.

FFL Transfers

All modern firearms will be transferred through Burgess Auctions in accordance with all applicable federal and Indiana regulations.

Please review the auction Terms & Conditions regarding:

• Background checks
• Interstate transfers
• Shipping
• Identification requirements
• Payment methods

Our staff is happy to answer questions before bidding. For general guidance, see our firearms auction preparation guide.

Ammunition & Accessories

In addition to firearms, this auction includes a large offering of factory ammunition, magazines, reloading supplies, shooting accessories, holsters, and related sporting items.

Many of these lots will appeal to shooters looking to stock up while collectors can find original accessories to complement existing collections.

Looking to Sell a Firearm Collection?

Many of the firearms in this auction came from estates and lifelong collections entrusted to Burgess Auctions.

If you're downsizing, settling an estate, or considering selling a firearm collection, we can help. Learn more on our firearms auction services page, or get a free personal property appraisal.

Our services include:

• Collection evaluations
• Professional cataloging
• High-quality photography
• Nationwide marketing
• FFL-compliant transfers
• Competitive public auctions designed to maximize value

Whether you have a few firearms or an entire lifetime collection, we'd be happy to discuss your options. Start a consignment conversation →

Integrity in Every Lot. Care in Every Sale.