JoeSalter.com (Down East Antiques)

JoeSalter.com has been the go-to source for antique and modern firearm purchases online for over two decades. Based in Southern New Hampshire, this operation specializes in what most dealers won't touch: rare Civil War rifles, pre-1900 pistols, military handguns from a dozen nations, and collectible guns that belong in a collection, not a nightstand.

With close to 1,000 unique firearms and related items listed at any given time, the inventory reads like a firearms museum catalog:

• •Antique handguns & pistols – Colts, Smith & Wesson, Webley revolvers, flintlock pistols
• •Antique longguns – Civil War rifles, Spencer carbines, Hall breech-loaders, Sharps rifles
• •Military firearms – M1 Garands, M1 Carbines, Lee-Enfields, Mauser rifles, Lugers
• •Modern handguns & longguns – Contemporary production guns alongside the historical pieces
• •Collector ammunition – Full and sealed boxes of rare cartridges (.45-75 Winchester, .303 Savage, .348 Winchester)
• •Militaria & accessories – Bayonets, holsters, leather gear, uniforms, military insignia
• •Related items – Loading tools, powder cans, historical arms books and catalogues

New arrivals posted five days a week mean serious collectors actually have reasons to check back. Recent listings include a 1905 Springfield Model 1903 ($3,395), a rare Robinson 1st Model Repeating Rifle by Adirondack Firearms Co. ($12,995), and a fine original Civil War Hartford cased Colt Pocket Revolver from 1862 ($4,995).

The inventory spans from pre-Civil War pieces through modern production – if you collect by era, maker, caliber, or historical significance, something will be here.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM–4:30 PM EST Phone: 603-732-4000 Contact: Online form available on website

Payment & Shipping: Secure payment options with fast shipping to domestic and international buyers. A 30-day inspection period lets you verify condition before committing.

• •Layaway plans available for higher-ticket purchases
• •Export dealer information for international collectors
• •Secure online checkout with established payment processors
• •Detailed item descriptions including serial numbers, caliber, barrel length, and bore condition
• •Gift certificates for other collectors

Their category structure shows what they actually know:

• •Adirondack Firearms Co. (specialized reproductions)
• •Colt Firearms Co. (dedicated section with parts & accessories)
• •Remington Arms Co., Smith & Wesson, Winchester Repeating Arms
• •Civil War, British Military, German Military, Japanese Military sections
• •C&R (Curio & Relic) firearms
• •Collector ammunition by era and manufacturer
• •Cowboy Action shooting gear

This isn't a "we sell everything" operation. They've built 20+ years of expertise in specific collecting niches.

Authentication matters – Prices reflect actual scarcity and condition. A $6,750 Sharps-Borchardt 1878 Military Carbine comes with factory documentation. A $4,995 Civil War Hall breech-loader has a detailed condition assessment.

Inventory depth – Nearly 1,000 items means you're not stuck browsing 15 guns. Real selection.

Consistent updates – Five days a week means fresh pieces arrive regularly. It's worth checking in.

Fair pricing transparency – Detailed descriptions include bore condition, pitting, freckling, and mechanical function. No surprises.

Know-how – 20 years in this niche means they know the difference between a reproduction and an original, and why that matters to the price.