Echoes of Glory Auctions Milsurp Firearms

Echoes of Glory Auctions Milsurp Firearms LLC operates as a specialized firearms and military memorabilia auction house in Virginia Beach, serving collectors, historians, and veterans across the Tidewater region and worldwide. With over 35 years of combined experience, the team handles everything from Revolutionary War artifacts to modern warfare collectibles.

Military Firearms: - Rifles, shotguns, and handguns from all eras - WWI and WWII emphasis with extensive inventory - Korean War, Vietnam War, and Cold War weapons - Confederate and Civil War firearms - Rare and factory-engraved pieces - Transferable Class III weapons

Militaria & Collectibles: - Helmets and headgear (US, German, Japanese, etc.) - Swords, bayonets, and edged weapons - Field gear and military surplus - Patches, insignia, and uniform items - Ammunition and firearms accessories - Nazi and Imperial Japanese collectibles - Samurai swords (14th century and later)

Previous auctions have sold Confederate Civil War Lemat Revolvers, German WWII Knights Cross Awards, documented US WWII veteran bring-back M1A1 Paratrooper Carbines, rare factory engraved Colt 1873 Single-Action Revolvers, German WWII U-boat submarine periscopes, and thousands more military relics.

Echoes of Glory conducts monthly auctions with multiple bidding formats:

• •2023-2024 Performance: Over 10,000 lots sold including firearms, militaria, and cannons. Among the highest approval ratings on Proxibid and Live Auctioneers.

• •Commission Rates: 15-35% scale—among the lowest in the region with proven results. Online advertising campaigns reach over 1 million people per auction.

• •Free verbal appraisals with condition reports and historical background
• •Written appraisals for a nominal fee
• •Insurance valuations and estate planning assistance
• •Advice on cleaning and preserving artifacts
• •Over 40 years of appraisal experience

• •Museum & Community Work: The team has assisted multiple area military museums with donation appraisals, exhibit setup, and identification.

Eric Nolen – Owner with 20+ years at Echoes of Glory. FFL-licensed, NRA Life Member.

J.G. Robert House – Founder/Auctioneer. FFL-licensed, Virginia Auctioneer #2907-003738, NRA Life Member, Secretary and Collections Committee Chairman at Virginia War Museum Foundation Board of Trustees.

Leadership Credentials: - National Association of Auctioneers members - Company of Military Historians - Hampton Roads Militaria Society (20-year member) - Virginia War Museum Foundation Board involvement

The team also operates the Hampton Roads Militaria Society, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving military history and honoring veterans. Established in 1996, HRMS hosts monthly meetings (first Tuesday, 6:30 PM) with guest speakers, member presentations, and identification services. Annual membership: $15. Public invited to attend.

• •Address: 1329 Harpers Rd. Ste. 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

• •Phone: 757-425-2827 | Fax: 757-425-1818

Walk-ins welcome. Call ahead or email ([email protected]) for consignment appointments or specific item inquiries.