Firearms & Gun Collections Appraisals
Single pieces, inherited collections, and full safes — valued for estate, donation, insurance, and division.
Personal property valuation is not a state-licensed activity. These assignments are performed as desk appraisals from photographs and documentation, which means NextPhase accepts them anywhere in the United States and internationally.
What drives the number
Firearms are one of the most commonly mis-valued asset classes in an estate. Condition grading, originality, matching numbers, and provenance can swing value by an order of magnitude, and a blue-book number does not survive scrutiny at the IRS or in court.
Commonly appraised
- Modern sporting rifles and shotguns
- Curio & relic and military surplus
- Antique and black powder
- Commemorative and limited editions
- Handguns and revolvers
- Full safe contents
What we'll need from you
- Photographs of each firearm: full length both sides, receiver, and any markings
- Manufacturer, model, and serial number where legible
- Barrel length and calibre / gauge
- Original box, papers, or provenance if held
- Any documented modifications or refinishing
Firearms are appraised as personal property. NextPhase does not buy, sell, transfer, or broker firearms, and does not take possession — assignments are documentary.
| Scope | Typical fee |
|---|---|
| 1 item | $195 – $495 |
| 2–10 items | $495 – $1,200 |
| 11–50 items | $1,200 – $2,200 |
| 50+ items / full contents | $2,200 – $3,500+ |
Related personal property assets
Common questions
Can you appraise items outside Arizona?
Yes — anywhere in the world. Personal property valuation is not a state-licensed activity, and these assignments are performed as desk appraisals from photographs and documentation. Clients across the country and overseas are routine.
Do you have to see the items in person?
Usually not. A well-documented set of photographs, marks, and serial numbers supports a credible conclusion for most personal property. Disputed matters and very high-value single items sometimes warrant inspection, and we will tell you before you commit to anything.
Can you appraise a single item?
Yes. Single-item assignments are common for charitable donation and insurance scheduling. Per-item cost falls sharply as the count rises.
Will the IRS accept the report?
Reports prepared for charitable donation are written to satisfy the qualified appraisal and qualified appraiser requirements under IRS regulations, including everything required for Form 8283. The appraiser declaration is completed and signed as part of the assignment.
Ready for a number you can defend?
Tell us what you have and what it's for. You get a fixed written quote — never an hourly meter, never a sales call.