Tennessee Private Arms Collection (23-80)

Tennessee Private Arms Collection (23-80)

This live/online simulcast auction features over 250 firearms (rifles, shotguns, handguns) from a one-owner collection in Eastern Tennessee. This collector was meticulous in what he purchased and, as a former law enforcement officer and gunsmith, how he kept them cleaned and stored. All items sell with 15% buyer's premium.


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Auction Type:  Live onsite auction with online simulcast bidding - click for catalog

Auction Date:  August 12, 2023 at 10:00 am

Preview:  Items are available for online preview now!  An onsite preview of firearms will be held on auction day, August 12th, from 8:00 am until 10:00 am.

Items to Include:  This live/online simulcast auction features over 250 firearms (rifles, shotguns, handguns) from a one-owner collection in Eastern Tennessee. This collector was meticulous in what he purchased and, as a former law enforcement officer and gunsmith, how he kept them cleaned and stored. All items sell with a 15% buyer's premium.  Click here for the full photo gallery

Auction Highlights:

  • AMT Hardballer Long Slide .45 ACP
  • Browning Hi-Power with T Prefix Serial Number
  • Colt Single Action Army Revolvers
  • KFS AKS-762 AK-47 Style Underfolder
  • Inland M1 Carbine Type III
  • Springfield M1 Garand
  • Browning Citori Field 12-gauge Over/Under
  • Beretta Models 950B, 948, 21A, 1934, 1935, 70S and 1955
  • Browning Hi-Power with T Prefix Serial Number
  • Colt Handguns: Woodsman 2nd Series, Huntsman, 1908 Vest Pocket, Junior .25, Police Positive, New Service, Detective Special, Detective Special, Bankers Special, Agent with Hammer Shroud, Diamondback
  • 1911 Pistols:  Colt Lightweight Commander, Springfield Armory Mil-Spec, Kimber Classic Gold Match, Para-Ordinance Double Stack, Colt Government Models, Colt Commander .38 and others
  • Winchester Model 70 (Pre-64) Rifles:  Super Grade .375 H&H, Featherweight .308, .270 WCF, .30-06, .243 WIN and others

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  • Check the onsite auction website for full terms and conditions.
  • All items are sold AS-IS with NO warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. 
  • Preview starts at 8:00 am on auction day, live auction begins at 10:00 am! 
  • Please know your state laws regarding the purchase of firearms, accessories, and ammunition.
  • All local online buyers are welcome to pick up on the following dates and times after the auction: Tuesday and Wednesday 9 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 4 pm.
  • Please note we are closed from 12 to 1 for lunch. 
  • All firearms must ship to an FFL-licensed dealer. Buyers, please have those emailed to firearms@mpa-sc.com. Local buyers must fill out a 4473 background check.