Ben Coleman - TN Firearms Appraiser

Ben Coleman

Certified Firearms Appraiser

Ben Coleman has been a lifelong firearms collector, enthusiast and an avid upland game hunter. In Nineteen Ninety involved with sporting clays’ and for three years shot on a competitive level. Ben’s passion of the shooting world has allowed him to travel and hunt worldwide. He had always wished to pursue a career in the firearms industry, as with most of us, life did not allow that. His career path lead him into healthcare and it was not till June of 2014 that his lifelong dream would be fulfilled. In 2014 he completed a certified firearms appraisal course and knew that his dream of being involved in the firearms industry was about to change.

Today Ben Coleman has personally conducted and overseen the valuation, preparation for market, acquisition and disposition of either a single personal firearm through large personal collections. He has enjoyed being a solution to those questions each of us have regarding the true value of a firearm. His evaluations have included rare collectables through contemporary custom made firearms.

Electronic Appraisal
  • The Electronic Appraisal is a very easy and a quick evaluation process that provides the client with a fair market value of the firearm. This appraisal is designed for the owner or purchaser looking to confirm a value. This process is not recommended for IRS tax purposes, nor Insurance valuation. The process begins with an easy-on-line assessment form. Upon receipt of the completed on-line form and of the digital photos, work on the appraisal begins. Most appraisals in this category are completed within a 72 hour window. Upon completion of the appraisal, a invoice link will be emailed along with PayPal instructions. Upon receipt of payment the appraisal will be forwarded in a PDF format, that is printable.The Electronic Appraisal is designed for the owner or purchaser looking to confirm a value. The value determined by this type of appraisal is based upon the NRA grading criteria. The appraisal begins with a simple online form and the required digital photos.

    Upon receipt of the information, a completed appraisal should not take more than 3 business days. The completed appraisal will be emailed in a printable PDF format.

    This type of appraisal is Not Recommended for submission Regarding Insurance Valuation, IRS Tax Valuation, Nor Personal Estate Valuation.

$35.00 Per Firearm

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Comprehensive Appraisal
  • The Comprehensive Appraisal provides a very in-depth report containing information regarding condition, firearm specifications, market evaluation and specific firearm research. This appraisal is designed to meet the IRS Standards of Evaluation for Charitable Giving, Income Tax Evaluation, Estate Evaluation and Insurance Carrier Evaluation.

    This appraisal process requires a personal review of the firearm. Please call to discuss this appraisal in detail. Our company will travel to review and complete any appraisal, additional travel cost may apply.

$95.00 Per Firearm

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