When does a firearm truly belong in a museum? In this episode of the No Lowballers Podcast, Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner break down the difference between rarity and historical significance, explain how museums choose what to collect and reveal why the story behind a gun often matters more than the gun itself.
A new look at the start of the American Revolution combines archaeology, ballistics testing, and historical research to reexamine the famous “Shot Heard ’Round the World.”
A lost D-Day watch inspired an entire brand. On this episode of the No Lowballers Podcast, Praesidus Watch Company shares how real sand from Normandy and Iwo Jima, aircraft aluminum and battlefield history are transformed into meaningful military timepieces honoring American veterans.
January 2026 reshaped the NFA landscape. With the tax stamp dropping to zero dollars, the ATF processed more than 240,000 suppressor forms in a single month, pushing total NFA approvals to nearly 385,000. Suppressors are rapidly moving from niche accessory to common use. In this episode, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com break down the record-setting numbers and what they mean for the future of firearms ownership.
Icons are not always defined by technical superiority. Sometimes they are shaped by timing, culture, war, or cinema. This episode breaks down how firearms earn their place in history and why certain designs continue to dominate our imagination decades later.
Twenty years after its debut, the Taurus Judge has evolved from a conversation-starting novelty into one of the most recognizable revolvers in modern firearms history. This retrospective explores how the Judge earned its place as a cultural and commercial icon.
The No Lowballers crew turns to the archives and brings back one of the most informative episodes in the show’s history. In this Best Of throwback, Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner revisit Episode 11 with David Parrish—GunBroker’s own “Chief Lowballer”—to break down how savvy collectors find real deals without insulting sellers. From penny auctions and the 15-minute rule to watch lists, alerts, and completed sales research, this episode delivers practical strategies collectors can use immediately.
The No Lowballers crew hits the SHOT Show 2026 floor for a special bonus episode packed with first impressions and industry insight. Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner break down the Year of the Suppressor, new market entrants, evolving PCC and 10mm platforms, anniversary firearms, compact innovations and what a quieter but strategic SHOT Show signals for the year ahead.
This episode of the No Lowballers Podcast is a deep, wide-ranging conversation about one of the most influential figures in firearms and hunting history: Jack O’Connor. Nearly 50 years after
This week in the final new No Lowballers episode of the year, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com take on some of the biggest myths in the gun world — from the 1911’s rocky early reception to the real guns carried in the Old West. They dig into Hollywood distortions, misunderstood legends, and the surprising truths behind iconic firearms. Packed with history, humor, and a few shattered sacred cows, this episode separates fact from folklore and sets the record straight heading into the new year.
This week in the final new No Lowballers episode of the year, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com take on some of the biggest myths in the gun world — from the 1911’s rocky early reception to the real guns carried in the Old West. They dig into Hollywood distortions, misunderstood legends, and the surprising truths behind iconic firearms. Packed with history, humor, and a few shattered sacred cows, this episode separates fact from folklore and sets the record straight heading into the new year.
This week on No Lowballers, Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner sit down with Paul Szymaszek of the Colt Archives for an in-depth look at Colt Factory Letters. Learn how these historical documents authenticate firearms, uncover rare shipping stories, debunk myths, and reveal the hidden history behind some of the world’s most coveted Colt pieces. Perfect for collectors, historians, and anyone curious about the story behind a Colt.
In this festive episode, Logan and Allen reveal their hand-picked Holiday Gift Guide for the gun lovers in your life — from classic Pre-64 Winchester Model 70s to tasteful engraved firearms, schematics, collector club memberships, Renaissance wax, and personalized tools. Whether you’re buying for a shooter, historian, tinkerer, or hardcore collector, this episode delivers thoughtful, practical, and often hilarious ideas to elevate your gift-giving game.
In this episode, The No Lowballers crew welcomes Dwight Van Brunt of Sportsman’s Legacy for an episode celebrating the golden age of gunmaking. Dive into a remarkable single-owner collection featuring dueling pistols, percussion antiques, and multi-barrel curiosities — a rare glimpse into centuries of craftsmanship and collecting passion.
Watch/Listen: In this episode, Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner trace the forgotten world of store-brand guns—from Glenfield’s return to Sears’ Ted Williams rifles and retail firearm history.
Watch/Listen: In this episode, Allen takes the driver’s seat for a nostalgic deep dive into one of the wildest automotive promotions in American history.
Watch/Listen: In this episode, No Lowballers dig into the personal motivations and hidden gems that fuel the collecting world.
Watch/Listen: In this episode, No Lowballers dive deep into the latest wave of digital crackdowns hitting the firearms community, including Reddit’s recent ban on all firearm parts and accessory sales.
Watch/Listen: In this episode, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com dive into the psychology of bidding, the art of timing auctions, and why the thrill of “just another 10 bucks” keeps bidders hooked.
Watch/Listen as SAR Curator Zac Distel joins No Lowballers to uncover the truth behind Revolutionary War muskets, family firearm lore, and the importance of provenance.
Watch/Listen as No Lowballers, host welcome guest Jon Krisko, Army judge advocate stationed at Fort Leavenworth and researcher of World War I ordnance history.
Watch/Listen as Nick Hoffman, Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner have a lively, story-packed conversation that blends music history, personal nostalgia and a few surprise laughs.
Watch/Listen as the No Lowballers hosts highlight tackle a controversial word in the firearms world: milspec. Is it a mark of quality, a synonym for “stock,” or just the lowest bidder’s minimum requirement?
Watch/Listen as the No Lowballers hosts share how Canadian museums actually enjoy more freedom than their American counterparts.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers hosts are joined by Smith & Wesson historian Mike Helms. Together, they dive deep into the history, design, and legacy of one of the most iconic .22 target pistols ever made—the Smith & Wesson Model 41.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers hosts dive into firearms that earned reputations as dangerous by design, leaving scars, both figuratively and literally.
Watch/Listen: Join hosts Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner on No Lowballers as they uncover Federal Ammunition’s rise from a small Minnesota start-up to a global leader in hunting, sport shooting, and defense. Discover wartime contributions, groundbreaking products, conservation efforts, and the evolution of its iconic branding.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers: Dive deep into one of the most historically significant and community-focused organizations in the shooting sports world — the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP).
Watch/Listen: The No Lowballers crew invites you to squeeze in one last adventure—an all-American firearms museum road trip.
Watch/Listen: It’s our 100th show! Hosts Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner mark the occasion with an explosive deep dive into gunpowder.
Watch/Listen: Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker welcome Bill Sack of SAF, to unpack the recent passage of what’s been dubbed “the big, beautiful bill.”
Watch/Listen: Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker tour the most advanced range facility they’ve ever visited
Watch/Listen: As Logan Metesh of High Caliber History walks us through the weird and brilliant early history of lever-action rifles
Watch/Listen: James Williamson, author of four Vickers Guide volumes on H&K and a true expert on the brand, joins the show to give us a deep dive into the German arms giant known for quality, innovation and precision: Heckler & Koch.
Watch/Listen: With Father’s Day on the horizon, Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner put together a Mount Rushmore of gun industry icons.
The Connecting with Conservation (CWC) Podcast is proud to welcome guests from GunBroker in a new episode featuring Allen Forkner, vice president of public relations and brand management, and Josh Perrone, advocacy
Watch/Listen: As No Lowballers Podcast hosts sit down with Weldon Lister, a second-generation master engraver whose scrollwork has adorned firearms for collectors, lawmen and legends alike including icons from the world of country music.
Watch/Listen: As No Lowballers Podcast hosts and John Bailey, VP of Marketing and Product Management at EOTech discuss EOTech’s Secret Origin
Watch/Listen: As No Lowballers Podcast hosts and Chris Bezzina, CEO of Savage Arms, answer the question: Will the Model 99 ever come back?
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts head to San Antonio to meet with Kolby Lanham, Senior Researcher and Historian at the Alamo.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts welcome researcher Justin Baird for a fascinating look at one of the most underrated rifles in U.S. history—the Krag-Jørgensen—and the two men who made it possible.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts travel to Louisiana for LeverFest and set up shop at the Gun Talk Studios.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts and special guests Ryan Gresham from Gun Talk and legendary gun writer Ron Spomer at Leverfest.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts are joined by historian Joel Bohy to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Lexington and Concord battles, the spark of the American Revolution.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts share 10 Parts Too Many: How a Simple Gun Build Could Break Federal Law
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts share 10 Parts Too Many: How a Simple Gun Build Could Break Federal Law
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts delve into the history of ammunition, focusing on less-known and commercially unsuccessful rounds.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts talk about a recent report that finds the public perception of hunting and sport shooting are dwindling as violent crime rates climb.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts introduce Dwight Van Brunt from Sportsman’s Legacy to discuss the significant impact of gun writers on firearm trends and industry standards.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts are joined by Jim Curcuruto, Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation, who shares insights on the vital role hunters, anglers, trappers, and shooters (HATS) play in conservation
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts are joined by Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central, to discuss the transformative journey of suppressor ownership over the past two decades.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts are joined by Matthew Moss, to discuss Ukraine’s Diverse Military Arsenal.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts shed some light on the history and recent innovations of thermal optics technology.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts shed some light on the history and recent innovations of thermal optics technology.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts take a humorous yet introspective look at the top-selling guns in America, as listed on GunGenius.com
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts take a humorous yet introspective look at the top-selling guns in America, as listed on GunGenius.com
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts dive into the most iconic and expensive firearms that graced the GunBroker marketplace in 2024.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts celebrate Ruger’s 75th anniversary with special guest Mark Gurney.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts celebrate Ruger’s 75th anniversary with special guest Mark Gurney.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast welcomes back Adam Kraut of Second Amendment Foundation for a discussion on the post-election landscape for the Second Amendment.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts sit down with trail camera innovator Dan Moultrie to discuss the history & technological advancements in hunting gear
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts sit down with Seth Swerczek from Hornady to celebrate the company’s 75th anniversary.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts sit down with Seth Swerczek from Hornady to celebrate the company’s 75th anniversary.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts sit down with SIG Sauer Academy to explore its history, growth, and vision for the future of firearm training.
17 Most Expensive Guns Sold on GunBroker October 2024, Showcasing a remarkable selection of distinctive firearms.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic SIG Sauer P226 with special guests Tom Taylor and David Grimshaw.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic SIG Sauer P226 with special guests Tom Taylor and David Grimshaw.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast hosts dives into the essentials of practical preparedness with guest expert, John Battersby – be prepared without becoming a hardcore prepper.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 63 features competitive shooter Serena Juchnowski as shares her journey into the world of competitive shooting
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 63 features competitive shooter Serena Juchnowski as shares her journey into the world of competitive shooting
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 60: Roy Hill of Swanson Russell stops by to discuss with us the most glorious day, Independence Day!
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 60: Roy Hill of Swanson Russell stops by to discuss with us the most glorious day, Independence Day!
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 60: Roy Hill of Swanson Russell stops by to discuss with us the most glorious day, Independence Day!
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 58: Mike & Todd from Dead Air Silencers, sit down with us to go down rabbit holes about all things silencers.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 58: Mike & Todd from Dead Air Silencers, sit down with us to go down rabbit holes about all things silencers.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 57: Hornady’s Seth Swerczek, a United States Marine, sits down with us to discuss D-Day history…
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 56: Mia Anstine founder of MAC Outdoors sits down with us to discuss firearms training and more!
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 55: Chase & Lauren Stroud of Cadex Defence sits down with us to discuss what is ELR…
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 54: Ken Campbell, CEO of Gunsite, the world’s oldest and largest firearms training facility.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 53: Navy SEAL, Perry Yee and combat veteran that served during Operating Enduring Freedom, now co-founder of Active Valor.
Check out the March 2024 Report: Top 24 products with the highest number of bids. These 24 products collectively received 2492 bids from 420 different bidders.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 52: Tom & Ryan Gresham, the first family of firearms media sit down with us to talk Gun Talk Media
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 51: Simon Khiabani, Founder & Owner of SK Guns sits down with us to talk about bespoke and collectible firearms.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 50: Roy Hill with Swanson Russell sits down with us to talk about the shot heard around the world
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 49: Melissa Bachman, host of Winchester Deadly Passion, talks about her favorite type of hunting!
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 48: Erick Gelhaus talks about the history of red dot optics & how firearm slides effect red dots.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 47: Chuck Rossi with Open Source Defense talks all about hunting and firearms on Facebook and X.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 46: Todd Jarrett, competitive shooter, talks about competitive shooting, its history, & evolution to what it is today.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 45: Eli Duckworth of Cabot Guns & Alchemy Custom Weaponry talks about custom 1911 guns!
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 44: Jon Canipe talks Magpul’s history, getting into mag world, being a product centered company..
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 43: Caleb of Taurus talks all about revolvers, revolver tactics, & revolvers in the 21st Century.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 42: Scott Rupp, Editor in Chief of Rifle Shooter Magazine with Outdoor Sportsman Group discusses long range hunting.
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 41: Tony Smotherman of Bergara and CVA talks with us about Bergara’s history, long range hunting…
Watch/Listen: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 40: Pat Hemingway Adams tells us crazy stories from his great grandfather, Ernest Hemingway.
No Lowballers Podcast Episode 39: Jim Shockey, professional guide & TV host, sits down with us to talk about his Hand of Man Museum, and more!
No Lowballers Podcast Episode 38: Brian Lynn of Sportsmen’s Alliance gives us a deep dive into their on-going fight for hunter’s rights
Watch: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 37: Vince Perreault talks to us about Smith & Wesson’s reemergence into the lever action firearm world.
Watch: In the No Lowballers Podcast Episode 36, John Radzwilla, Owner of Hook & Barrel Magazine sits down with us at SHOT Show.
Watch: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 34: we’re joined by the one and only Tim Kennedy! Brad dives into Tim Kennedy’s group Save Our Allies, which began with Afghanistan, after he was asked to go rescue people. Tim goes in depth on how Save Our Allies came to be, what their mission is, and how large it has scaled since its inception.
Watch: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 34: we’re at SHOT Show joined by Kevin Reese of Pulsar and Jeff Murray from Sightmark.
Watch: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 33: we’re at SHOT Show joined by Louie Tuminaro, aka The Gunfather and the new Season!
Watch: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 32, we’re joined by Larry Zanoff from Independent Studio Services to talk all about movie firearms!
Watch: No Lowballers Podcast Episode 31: we’re at SHOT Show joined by John Snodgrass from Leupold and Kyle Lamb with Viking Tactics.
Watch: No Lowballers Episode 30: we’re at SHOT Show joined by Donald Trump Jr. and Mike Schoby of Field Ethos and Brett Vorhees from Taurus.
Watch: On No Lowballers Podcast Episode 29, we’re at SHOT Show talking with Adam Kraut, Executive Director of the Second Amendment Foundation.
Watch: In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast Episode 28, we’re in Fort Smith, Arkansas at the United States Marshal Museum.
Watch: In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast Episode 27, we’re at the Walther headquarters talking new and upcoming products for 2024
Watch: In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast Episode 26, we’re exploring the history of Walther Firearms: Walther Arms 2000, PPK, P38 & P99.
Watch: This week we’re talking all about spies! We open up with Allen going over the International Spy Museum.
Watch: This week we’re talking all about airgun history!
Watch: This week we’re talking all about Daisy with Joe from the Daisy Airgun Museum and the Daisy Red Ryder Rifle.
Over the next few weeks, the No Lowballers, led by host Logan Metesh of High Caliber History, will traverse the backroads of Arkansas to visit some of the best firearms-history sites The Natural State has to offer.
Watch: This week we’re talking with Cody from Walther, Dan from GoWild, & Caleb from Commando Bond all about Walther and James Bond.
In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast by GoWild, we’re talking about one of the most controversial rounds out today – the 6.5 Creedmoor.
In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker, we’re talking hunting, poaching, and conservation with 2 Game Wardens.
In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker, we’re talking the frontier time period, flintlocks & other firearms that belong to it
In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking the National Firearms Act and suppressors.
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking silencers and their development throughout the years.
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking all about Trench Warfare!
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking all about Famous Firearm Flops: ex: Remington Model R51
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast we’re talking Smith & Wesson innovations through the years with Mike Helms and Vince Perreault.
In this week’s podcast we’re talking with Mike Helms from Smith & Wesson about the history of the company and the Oldest S&W Revolver!
In this week’s podcast, we’re talking all about imaginary pop culture firearms and what real guns they were built from. Like Han Solo’s Blaster
In this week’s No Lowballers Podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking all about real pop culture firearms such as the Walther PPK and the Smith & Wesson Model 29.
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking all about Russian Cold War Weapons!
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking all about handgun history and even let a few weird gun words fly! Logan and Allen jump right in with a history of hand cannons
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking all about handgun history and even let a few weird gun words fly! Logan and Allen jump right in with a history of hand cannons
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking all about machine guns including their history and how we got to modern machine guns.
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking old firearms that are coming back, including popular lever-action guns and revolvers.
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking old firearms that are coming back, including popular lever-action guns and revolvers.
In this week’s No Lowballers podcast by GoWild presented by GunBroker.com, we’re talking about several iconic firearms of the Great Depression era that have long been admired in the hunting industry.
In this episode, we’re talking about modern military firearms with a few favorites that are now available for purchase by the general public on GunBroker.com.