Alderfer Auction

Come to our location in Doylestown on the 1st Thursday of every month to have our specialists evaluate your personal items.  On August 6th, meet Christian Answini, our Sr. Fine Art Specialist and writer of the Alderfer Auction Blog, valuate your personal items. Limit 2 items. Christian contributes a range of skills as an auctioneer, historian, and scientist which offer both a broad and targeted knowledge base to our Fine and Decorative Art, Specialty, and Single Owner auctions. His thorough research and Renaissance approach have yielded success for our consignors in a wide range of merchandise including fine art, silver, Americana, comic books, and pop culture materials. Christian’s 10+ years as an auctioneer and 6 years serving on the Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Auctioneers Association has enabled him to build a strong local and national network within the auction, antique, and fine art community. Seeking for valuation: Fine Art | Jewelry | Silver | Decoratives | Mid-Century Modern | Bronzes & Sculpture | Porcelain | Pottery | Rugs | Coins | Vehicles | Equipment | Firearms | Militaria | Historical| Musical Instruments | Sports Memorabilia | Vintage Toys | Collectibles | Estate Sales.

Alderfer Auction presents a large selection of collectible, military, sporting & antique firearms. Highlights include a large assortment of pistols, rifles and shotguns for the serious target/competition and long range shooter. The auction features an impressive range of historic treasures, such as the rare US Navy Marked H. Aston 1842 Army Percussion Pistol, a cased matched pair of antique dueling pistols, the hard-to-find Rogers & Spencer Army Model, and the scarce Sharps & Hankins Model 1862 Navy Carbine. Precision marksmen will find exceptional gear, including custom benchrest setups like the Sako Finnfire P94S and the Anschutz Match 54, alongside elite modern hardware like the American Rifle Company XYLO Nucleus, the Krieghoff KX 6 Trap, and the versatile Winchester Super Grade XTR. Edged weapon enthusiasts will discover an impressive lineup of relics, including classic US M1905 and German K98 bayonets, alongside stunning antique swords and tactical fighting knives. From classic pieces like the US Rock Island 1903 and Mauser Werke Model 2000 to high-performance modern platforms like the Desert Eagle 1911G, Watchtower Apache, Bushmaster XM-15E2S, and the Smith & Wesson 651-1, this auction offers an unparalleled opportunity for collectors and shooters alike to acquire top-tier craftsmanship. Online bidding starts early August. We are inviting consignments and buyouts from collections and estates, from one piece to one thousand or more! We welcome your firearm collections for future auctions. Contact our firearms team today at 215.393.3000.

Alderfer Auction presents an impressive and diverse selection of ammunition, bringing together highly sought-after calibers for hunters, target shooters, and competitive marksmen alike. Rifle selections feature a robust lineup of .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO and .308 Win / 7.62x51 NATO (including several quantities conveniently loaded on stripper clips), alongside 7.62x39, .270 Win, and 30-30 Win. Handgun offerings are equally comprehensive, spanning popular defensive and target rounds in 9mm, .45 Auto, .40 S&W, .357 Mag, and .38 Special. For shotgun enthusiasts, the inventory includes versatile 12-Gauge and 20-Gauge rounds, highlighting specialized steel shot, buckshot, and slugs. Rounding out this extensive collection is a premier selection of rimfire ammunition, featuring everyday .22LR and .17 Mach 2, alongside elite, competition-ready LAPUA Midas L and ELEY Match EPS premium rounds. Bidding starts early August.

Alderfer Auction presents a well-rounded selection of accessories including scopes/optics, realoading presses by Dillon, MEC, RCBS and others. Also offered are brass, bullets, primers, boots and clothing. Bid on an inflatable boat and kayak, cases, crossbows, archery equipment, target and benchrest shooting equipment. The auction continues with a large selection of swords, bayonets, helmets ammo cans and much more. Bidding starts early August.

Life transitions like downsizing, moving, or settling an estate are emotionally and logistically complex. Alderfer Auction provides a compassionate, professional partnership to handle your personal property with the respect it deserves. Why Choose Alderfer Auction? We remove the burden from your family by managing every detail of your estate sale. Our expert team ensures a stress-free experience, maximizing the value of your items while honoring your needs. Ready to start? Contact us today at 215-393-3000. Now scheduling Estate Sales for August! We are proud to serve Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and North Jersey, along with surrounding counties.

Alderfer Auction is hosting Open Consignment Events throughout August, offering convenient ways to get complimentary product evaluations for your items. For quick assessments, you can book a 20-minute In-Office Evaluation (limit 2 items) at either their Hatfield location—open Monday through Friday by appointment, with dedicated open consignment hours on Tuesdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM—or their Doylestown location, which welcomes visitors on Wednesdays and the first Thursday of the month from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Alternatively, if you have a larger collection, you can schedule a 1-hour In-Home Evaluation Walk-Through available Monday through Friday (9:30 AM – 3:30 PM) covering multiple counties across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Mercer, Hunterdon, and Burlington. Appointments can be scheduled online, via email at preview@alderferauction.com, or by calling 215-393-3000.

Alderfer Auction’s September Fine Art & Mid-Century Modern Auction features an exceptional collection of fine art, luxury Swiss timepieces, estate jewelry, sterling silver, and important period furniture. Fine art highlights include works by iconic artists Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Salvador Dalí, and Erté, as well as a strong showing of Pennsylvania Impressionist paintings by Walter Emerson Baum, John Fulton Folinsbee, and Walter Elmer Schofield. Watch and jewelry collectors will find Swiss timepieces from Patek Philippe, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and Breitling, along with fine gemstone jewelry set in platinum and gold. The sale is rounded out by extensive sterling silver flatware and hollowware from makers like Gorham and Wallace, Rosenthal Versace porcelain, and standout furniture led by a George Nakashima Frenchman's Cove dining table, an R.J. Horner & Co. Atlas dining suite and a Tiffany & Co. tall case clock. Sell alongside these fine pieces. Contact us today for a complimentary, confidential valuation and ensure your exceptional items are featured in this upcoming auction. Let us help you turn your treasures into the next big auction highlight! Deadline to consign for September's auction is August 7th.

Our next vehicle auction is July 28th. From vintage classics and high-performance track stars to rugged off-roaders and reliable daily drivers, this collection has something for every type of enthusiast. Vehicles will include a 1937 Plymouth, 1964 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible, 1972 Buick Skylark, 1979 Volkswagen SuperBeetle Convertible, 1981 Yamaha XS400 Motorcycle, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette, 2002 Yamaha XT225 Motorcycle, 2003 Worthington ATV Trailer, 2008 Subaru Forester, 2009 Ford F150 STX, 2010 Porsche Carrera S, a 2006 Pace American Trailer and a Yamaha TTR 230 Motorbike.