Firearm Identification and Appraisal Service

Services provided by Hamlyn Armament Company, including virtual firearms identification, firearm parts and accessory identification, and apprasials.  We can identify and appraise holsters, slings, magazines, bolts, stocks, and more!  If you require identification and/or apprasial of a firearm or firearms collection, please email for a quote.

 

This service is available both nationally and internationally.

 

Firearms Identification Services - Virtual

The Hamlyn Armament Company offers virtual firearms identification and appraisal services to aid estates, businesses, collectors, museums, government agencies, and more.

We hold dozens of resource books on various makes and models of firearms, and over 30 years of combined experience to put to use to identify what you have.

Please send us an email today for a quote at FirearmsIDENTService@hamlynarmamentcompany.ca

or use the below contact form.

Why is the proper identification of firearms important?

  • Proper identification of evidence adds credibility to the investigation and the evidence itself. It demonstrates that the evidence was handled and stored properly, reducing the risk of contamination or tampering.
  • Ensures records are accurate, complete, and consistent. This is critical for maintaining a reliable and trustworthy record-keeping system.
  • Helps preserve and conserve artifacts by ensuring that they are stored, handled, and displayed correctly.
  • Enables museums to provide accurate information to the public, promoting a better understanding and appreciation of the firearms significance.
  • Enables researchers to analyze and interpret the artifact's meaning, significance, and relevance to their study or investigation.
  • Ensures your unique and valuable collection is accurately valued and protected by insurance.
  • Increase your profits, certain markings can increase a firearms value by thousands of dollars.

Contact form

What information do we require?

Pictures of complete left and right side

We require clear photographs of the entire length of the firearm from both sides, this ensures we are able to determine the correct model.

Pictures of all proof markings

Proof markings tell us a time frame of when the firearm was manufactured, it also helps us narrow down a location.

Pictures of all markings

Every marking, stamp, number, and letter make a difference. The numbers and letter stamped on this pistol indicate it was accepted by the Czechoslovakian Army in 1924, was issued to the 38th Infantry Regiment, and was gun number 417.

Picture of the serial number

The serial number is very important in determining the date of manufacture for many models of firearms.

Picture of any engraving or scrollwork

This information will help us determine the make. model, and manufacturer of the firearm.