J. Davis & Sons
J. Davis & Sons operates as a specialized dealer in antique, rare, and collectible firearms. Based in Chesterfield, Missouri (St. Louis area), they work with serious collectors who need expert evaluation, fair pricing, and professional handling of valuable pieces. Unlike typical auction houses with ...
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J. Davis & Sons operates as a specialized dealer in antique, rare, and collectible firearms. Based in Chesterfield, Missouri (St. Louis area), they work with serious collectors who need expert evaluation, fair pricing, and professional handling of valuable pieces.
Unlike typical auction houses with massive backlogs and limited sale dates, J. Davis & Sons runs weekly auctions and offers both quick fixed-price sales and 14-day auction options. Their approach is straightforward: they handle the heavy lifting so you don't have to.
"We focus on getting you the most money possible and providing a top-tier service experience. We make things easy for you – we handle the selling, the advertising, and all legal matters."
Their team includes experienced gunsmiths who specialize in:
- •Cleaning and restoration of antique firearms
- •Repairs and conservation focused on maintaining authenticity and integrity
- •Pre-sale preparation to maximize resale value
- •Professional evaluation for accurate pricing
They work with everything from flintlocks to modern Armalites, treating each piece with the care a collectible deserves.
Selling through J. Davis & Sons involves four straightforward steps:
1. Contact & Appraisal - Call or email photos. They arrange pickup or drop-off, then estimate value based on recent comparable sales. 2. Research & Photography - The team digs into each gun's history, pinpoints details, and captures high-quality photos. 3. Listing & Auction - Items go live immediately with no waiting period. Choose between auction (14-day exposure to a massive online audience) or fixed-price listing. 4. Payment - You receive a check after sale with all necessary paperwork.
Their 200+ item catalog includes:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Rifle Parts | 40+ items (Krag components, M1873, M1903, M1892, M1896 parts) |
| Firearm Parts | 89 total items across rifles and pistols |
| Reloading | 65 items (dies, equipment, brass, bullet molds) |
| Accessories | Holsters, magazines, cylinders, ammo belts |
| Equipment | 64 items for reloading and maintenance |
Major brands stocked: RCBS, Dillon Precision, Redding, Lyman, Pacific, Bonanza, Dixie Gun Works, Hensley & Gibbs, Magma Engineering.
They also handle ammunition, antique ammunition, militaria, and specialized reloading supplies across virtually every common caliber.
- •3-day inspection/return period on firearms (buyer pays return shipping)
- •Flexible layaway options available
- •Generous refund policy that builds confidence in collectors
- •Hours by appointment - reach them at 314-377-3120 or [email protected]
- •Firearms ship USPS Priority Mail with signature confirmation to licensed FFLs
- •Ammunition ships UPS ground
- •Processing within 5 business days of cleared payment
- •All Federal, State, and Local firearms laws followed
- •C&R licenses accepted; 01 FFL required for certain purchases
USPS Money Order, certified/personal checks, Visa, Discover, Mastercard, American Express. Extended terms available with advance notice.
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Contact J. Davis & Sons:
📍 13453 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO 63017 📞 314-377-3120 (Voicemail) 📧 [email protected] 🕐 Hours by Appointment
- •Sales Tax: Missouri residents subject to 8.738% sales tax.