Carolina Firearm Appraisals

Brian Hurst grew up around firearms—hunting with his dad, trading guns since age 14, and building a deep knowledge of firearm history, manufacture, and value. After years buying and trading firearms through major retailers like Gander Mountain and Dick's, he earned his AGI (American Gunsmithing Institute) Certified Appraiser credential to provide professional appraisals throughout North Carolina.

Most appraisers require you to haul your collection into their office. Hurst flips that model:

Based out of Raleigh, he travels throughout NC to appraise firearms at your location—no hassle hauling multiple guns.

Hurst handles valuations for: - Estate settlements - Insurance replacement claims - Divorce settlements - Bankruptcy liquidation - Charitable tax deductions - Back taxes disputes - Gift and fair market retail value

Each appraisal includes: - Detailed 4-page report per firearm - Professional photographs - 7-year secure storage of your appraisal records in a fireproof vault - Privacy protection guaranteed

Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest, Garner, Rolesville, Youngsville, Durham, Burlington, Benson, Clayton, and throughout North Carolina. Not seeing your town? Contact him—he'll likely work it out.

Hurst understands the factors that separate a $1,500 firearm from a $500 one:

Example: A 1950s Smith & Wesson Model 19 in original condition might appraise at $1,500, while an identical model that's been refinished (reblued, new grips) drops to $500—sometimes hard to tell the difference.