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Firearms and Ammo
8512 S Un ion Rd, Union, IL
•Donley Auctions operates from a substantial warehouse in Union, Illinois (entrance on Marengo Road) with over 5 decades of experience evaluating, buying, and selling vintage Americana, rare antiques, and items of historical significance. The team brings over 100 years of combined knowledge across au...
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Donley Auctions operates from a substantial warehouse in Union, Illinois (entrance on Marengo Road) with over 5 decades of experience evaluating, buying, and selling vintage Americana, rare antiques, and items of historical significance. The team brings over 100 years of combined knowledge across auctioneering, appraisals, and firearms expertise.
Their firearms and ammo section includes:
- •Military rifles
- •Hunting rifles
- •Hunting shotguns
- •Antique guns
- •Historic guns
- •Home protection firearms
- •Concealed carry options
- •WWII-era artillery and rare pieces
"Our experienced staff has over 100 years of combined knowledge and experience." - From their mission statement
Key personnel include:
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Owner & Auctioneer | Randy Donley |
| Owner & Auction Manager | Susan Hagerty |
| Firearms Expert | Christopher Zielinski |
| Military Expert | John Maniatis |
| Auctioneer | Greg Wilson |
The operation employs full-time and part-time staff across office management, photography, shipping, consignment specialist services, and marketing.
Auction Process: - Browse upcoming auctions on their website - Preview items before auction dates - Bid during scheduled auctions - Payment processed separately from auction winning bid
Access: - Open to the public on Preview Days and Auction Days - Drop-offs and pick-ups by appointment only - Contact: 815-923-7000 or [email protected]
Firearm Purchases: - Signed FFL License required within 2 days of auction win—regardless of firearm age - Send FFL to [email protected] - No tracking information provided for firearm shipments - California residents must provide FFL for ammunition purchases - Cannot ship ammunition to Alaska or Hawaii - Cannot ship primers or black powder
Standard Item Shipping: - Domestic shipments typically arrive 5-7 business days after shipment - Shipping costs calculated and invoiced separately via "Shipping Saint" software - Processing timeline: 2-4 weeks from payment (longer during peak periods)
Oversized Items: - Do not pack or ship items over 100 lbs - Recommend transporters and crating companies upon request - Buyer arranges transportation
Pick-up Option: Notify within 24 hours if declining shipping. Items must be picked up within 5 days or storage fees of $20/day apply. After 30 days, items may be sold to recover expenses.
- •FFL required for international purchases
- •Invoices over $2,499 must use international shipping broker (USPS/FedEx unavailable)
- •Buyer responsible for customs duties, taxes, and import regulations
Reviews consistently highlight: - Quick, responsive communication from Susan and the team - Professional handling of damaged items and carrier disputes - Knowledgeable staff with deep expertise - Small team means "more thoughtful to their clientele" - Reliable packing and shipping process
Donley Auctions also auctions phonographs, neon signs, WWII memorabilia, rare movie props, vintage vehicles (including barn-find Jeeps), and items from Hollywood collections. They maintain a podcast ("Randy & the Riders") featuring behind-the-scenes stories and insider tips for both buyers and consigners.
- •Location: 8512 S. Union Road, Union, IL 60180
- •Phone: 815-923-7000
- •Email: [email protected]