Your Questions, Answered

  • The value of a firearm depends on several factors including make, model, condition, rarity, and current market demand. Trust & Trigger provides professional digital appraisals using real market data and comparable sales to determine a realistic and current value.

  • You can submit your firearm details and photos through our digital appraisal service. After submission, email clear images of your firearm, and Trust & Trigger will review the information and provide a professional valuation.

  • For the most accurate results, include clear, well-lit photos of:

    • Both sides of the firearm

    • Close-ups of markings and serial numbers

    • Overall condition, including wear or damage

    • Any accessories or modifications

  • Most digital appraisals are completed within 24–72 hours depending on complexity and current workload. You will be contacted if additional information is needed.

  • Yes, when clear photos and detailed information are provided, a digital appraisal can provide a highly accurate estimate of current market value. However, it is considered a professional opinion and not a substitute for formal, in-person appraisals required for legal or insurance documentation.

  • A valuation provides an estimated market price based on current trends and comparable sales. A formal appraisal is typically more detailed and may be required for legal, estate, or insurance purposes.

  • Yes. For collections of six or more firearms, appraisals are billed hourly to ensure each item is properly evaluated and documented. And it is recommended to opt in for the on site appraisal which includes hands on inspections and functions checks.

  • Yes. Each appraisal includes guidance on realistic resale pricing to help you avoid underpricing or overpricing your firearm in the current market.

  • Yes. Trust & Trigger offers both in-person firearm appraisals in Salt Lake City and across Utah, as well as convenient digital appraisals available statewide and nationwide.

  • We appraise a wide range of firearms including modern sporting arms, hunting rifles, handguns, shotguns, and historical or collectible firearms.

  • Yes. All submissions are handled discreetly and professionally. Your information and firearm details are not shared. And photos are stored for one calendar year before deletion unless specified otherwise.

  • Select your appraisal option, complete the submission form, and email your photos. Trust & Trigger will review your submission and follow up with any additional instructions if needed.