Merz Antique Firearms

Merz Antique Firearms has spent nearly 60 years sourcing and dealing authentic antique firearms. They're known across the collector and cowboy action shooting communities as Winchester experts, with deep inventory in lever-actions spanning Model 1866 through 1895.

Their catalog runs 1,000+ pieces:

• •Winchester (398 guns): Volcanics, Henry rifles, and every major Winchester model from 1866-1895
• •Colt: Handguns and long guns, including Bisley models and Peacemakers
• •Marlin, Remington, Springfield, Savage, Sharps, Smith & Wesson
• •Shotguns: American doubles and European classics
• •Civil War era firearms and rare historical pieces
• •Accessories: Flasks, powder horns, loading tools, saddles, holsters, bladed weapons, and Native American artifacts

They clearly mark inventory: - [A] Antique — Manufactured pre-1899, ships directly to buyer - [M] Modern — Manufactured after 1898, requires FFL transfer

This distinction matters for compliance and shipping options.

"Fine antique firearms are a proven stable investment, remain strong, and continue to show growth in many areas."

Whether you're a collector, investor, history buff, or cowboy action shooter, these guns hold value. Recent years have seen renewed interest driven by SASS competitions and period-correct television productions.

They warn collectors about scammers using their photos online. When you buy from Merz, you're buying from a dealer with five decades of reputation in the antique firearms world.