Buy and sell Arms, Armour and Militaria at auction in Edinburgh, London, Glasgow and online

Arms, Armour & Militaria

Lyon & Turnbull’s Arms, Armour and Militaria specialists offer a range of lots throughout the year including fine guns, armour and bladed weapons, selling both through our Scottish auction house in Edinburgh, and internationally via online auctions.

Weaponry and armour collections are popular in Scotland, and our long association with Scottish country homes means Lyon & Turnbull regularly has consignments of exceptional lots, including notable collections such as the contents of Midmar Castle which sold for just under £300,000.

Lyon & Turnbull’s coverage of the USA, UK and European markets ensures that the world’s most serious collectors are always aware of forthcoming lots. Arms and armour is an emotive and evocative field, and by telling the stories behind the object we routinely generate great interest converting to competitive bidding.

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FEATURED LOT

The Walking Stick Made From The Spear That Killed Captain Cook

Our marketing campaign for this lot sold in 2003, led directly to sixty potential buyers competing at auction, from as far afield as Alaska, Louisiana, Hawaii and South Island, New Zealand. The fierce competition culminated in a Louisiana Vs. London bidding battle eventually resulting in a sale of £150,000 (twenty times the estimate).

Beyond our auctions, our Arms & Armour department offers a window into the evolution of military artistry and engineering. We work closely with renowned historians and experts to reveal the fascinating stories behind each piece - from the early metalworking techniques that brought them to life to the cultural tales that turned them into treasured symbols of heritage.

Meet Our Arms & Armour Specialists