Arms and Armor

Bonhams' Arms and Armor department covers a range of European and Eastern armor and edged weapons; wheel-lock, flintlock, percussion and pin-fire rifles, guns, pistols and revolvers; American firearms including examples by the great makers such as Colt and Winchester; Islamic and Japanese weapons and armor; accessories including powder-flasks; books and other items relating to the armorer and his craft from 14th century to the late 19th century.

Lots in future auctions

Highlights from past auctions

Sold for £163,250 inc. premium
A Rare Medieval Sword From The Mamluk Arsenal At Alexandria
Sold for £38,400 inc. premium
A Fine Indian Full Armour
Sold for US$ 271,000 inc. premium
An important and historic figural hilt presentation sword given to Major General Ambrose E. Burnside by the United States Sanitary ...
Sold for £51,650 inc. premium
An Exceptional Pair Of 18-Bore Silver-Mounted Flintlock Holster Pistols With Silver Barrels And Lock-Plates