FOR SALE last updated January, 2024 From time to time, we will have shop sample guns, prototypes, parts and other items for sale. All are in excellent condition unless otherwise noted. All are available on a first come, first served basis. Please note that we are always willing to entertain trades—please see our WANTED section.

Except as otherwise noted, all guns sold in the For Sale section are built to the same exacting standards as bespoke guns ordered through our catalog of services. Modifications performed on these guns are described in detail in the Catalog section. Sales of these guns are governed by the terms, conditions and limitations spelled out at our on-line CATALOG, TERMS, WELCOME/important information, CONTACT sections and the downloadable order form. Feel free to get in touch with any questions: shop@bowenclassicarms.com

Before committing to the purchase of firearms listed for sale here, please make certain that your state will allow their importation. Some states, particularly California, Massachusetts and, perhaps, New York, may not allow the production of or purchase of custom guns from out of state or guns of certain vintages which may not meet state-imposed ‘safety’ and design mandates. It is imperative that you consult with your local authorities in hostile jurisdictions before order or purchase. In any case, firearms can be shipped only to an FFL holder. Bear in mind that there may be local charges in the form of NICS fees, state and local sales taxes and dealer transfer fees.

Short List of guns we’re looking for hard: Have several writing projects and looking for the following pieces which have so far eluded us and are hard to come by:

* Charles Daly ‘Prussian’ pre-war .22 Hornet rifle (or action). Made by Franz Jaeger of Suhl on the Herold patent.
* M54 Winchester .22 Hornet rifle
* Webley or Parker-Hale MKVI .22 conversion unit with .22LR cylinder and liner barrel. Ok to be fitted to an original gun.
* Zidi 5.7X35R cal. (very similar to .22 Hornet) sporting rifle. These hi-quality magazine rifles (similar to Sako, Walther and BRNO in quality) were produced in Germany in the 1930s and have a detachable box magazine.

We would be most obliged for any assistance or intelligence leading to the acquisition of these guns and will happily add your name to the ‘Acknowledgements’ sections. As always, we are happy to trade work for these but are prepared to pay cash for them. Many thanks. Other guns are are looking for are listed at the usual ‘Wanted’ section but these are mostly guns we can secure on demand.

Due to changes in legislation; At this time we can no longer sell any firearms for delivery into certain states. Please consult State/local ordinances or contact us directly for further details. we apologize for any Inconvenience.

Custom S&W M14 .32-20— Built here in the shop many years ago on a somewhat seedy M14 that may well have been re-imported. There are a couple odd markings including one on the receiver ring that appears to be a small proof or acceptance mark. On the left side under the hammer well is the nearly gone marking BRIGANT. The gun belongs to old friend and fellow American Pistolsmith Guild member Al Marvel who is long retired and now liquidating his remaining tools and guns.

Gun was completely hand-polished and re-blued. Gun was evidently refinished at some point in its prior life which left the sideplate fit a little sketchy. This was largely but not completely healed on refinishing. Even so, it does not materially detract from the gun. Satin hot-salt blue is 99%+ with no pitting beneath. Gun is fitted with a re-bored 6-in. M17 barrel with .311 groove diameter (probably 1-16 twist). An M17 cylinder was installed and re-chambered for .32-20. Marked ‘.32-20 CTG.’ Patridge-style front sight is pinned to the original base. Plain square-notch factory rear sight. Tuned and sighted. SA pull weight is appxt 2.5 lbs. Wide target hammer and trigger were recolored by Turnbull. Probably unfired since completion.
Custom K-frame target grips in the vintage style by Keith Brown. Handsome European walnut, checkered with diamond around the retaining screw and escutcheon. Factory S&W medallions installed. Rare chance to acquire a wonderful field/companion gun in a grand, old small-game cartridge and ready to go to work. Price is $3495 delivered to your FFL.

WANTED TO BUY OR TRADE— Looking for take-off New Model Flat Top/Vaquero medium-frame steel XR3 grip frames in blue finish. Also looking for the 50th Ann. Flat Top hard rubber grips. Will trade any of our rear sights for a complete grip-frame w/grips in savable condition or buy outright at $95 delivered. Will take just frames or grips and work out trades/dollars depending. Have the occasional project requiring these parts. Thanks.