# Appraise Firearms

> Professional firearms appraisal services backed by nearly 30 years of legal expertise

## Services

- Estate & Probate Appraisals (IRS-compliant valuations for estate planning, probate proceedings, and inheritance tax purposes)
- Insurance Replacement Value Documentation (detailed assessments for insurance coverage with proper documentation)
- Expert Witness Testimony & Litigation Support (court-ready appraisals and expert testimony for litigation, divorce proceedings, and disputes)
- Collection Valuation (comprehensive evaluation of antique, modern, and military firearms)
- Pre-Purchase Authentication (verification and authentication of firearms before purchase)
- Divorce & Asset Division Valuations (accurate valuations for marital asset division)
- Charitable Donation Appraisals (IRS-compliant valuations for charitable contributions)

## Credentials

- Certified Firearms Appraiser - American Gunsmithing Institute (AGI)
- Attorney - New York State Bar (nearly 30 years of legal experience)
- FFL Type 7 License Holder
- Licensed Gunsmith
- Certified Firearms Instructor (since 2009)
- Federal Court & US Tax Court Experience

## Contact

- Phone: (203) 521-0015
- Email: seth@appraisefirearms.com
- Location: Orlando, Florida
- Service Area: Nationwide (all 50 states)

## Why Choose a Certified Appraiser

Legal defensibility backed by nearly 30 years of courtroom experience. Technical expertise as FFL Type 7 holder and licensed gunsmith. AGI certification using standardized methodology recognized by courts and insurance companies.

## Specializations

- Expert witness testimony in federal and state courts
- IRS-compliant estate valuations
- Insurance claims documentation
- Authentication of antique and military firearms
- Market analysis for collectors
- Collection appraisals for investment purposes
- Specialized gun trusts (Class III dealers, gunsmiths, international owners, NFA collectors)
- NFA 2026 compliance (ATF Form 1/4, suppressors, SBRs, machine guns)
- Competitive shooter appraisals (race guns, custom builds, high-value collections)
- Financial advisor firearms integration for estate planning

## Recent Topics & Expertise

- **What Determines Firearm Value? 7 Professional Factors** - The definitive guide to firearm valuation covering condition (NRA standards), originality, rarity + demand, provenance documentation, manufacturer reputation, age, and mechanical function. Real auction examples from Rock Island and verified market data.
- Digital gun trusts and online estate planning (2025-2026 trends)
- NFA compliance updates for suppressors, SBRs, and machine guns
- Specialized firearms trusts for Class III dealers and gunsmiths
- High-value competitive shooter collection appraisals
- Financial advisor integration for HNW client firearms
- IRS Circular 230 compliance for appraisers
- USPAP-compliant defensible appraisal methodology

## Key Resources

- Firearm Value Factors Guide: https://appraisefirearms.com/blog/firearm-value-factors
- Complete Firearms Appraisal Guide: https://appraisefirearms.com/blog/complete-guide-firearms-appraisals
- Inheriting Gun Collection Guide: https://appraisefirearms.com/inheriting-gun-collection-guide
- NFA Compliance 2026: https://appraisefirearms.com/blog/nfa-compliance-2026

## About Seth G. Cohen

Nearly 30 years of combined experience as an attorney and certified firearms appraiser. Active firearms collector since the 1980s with deep knowledge of antique, military, and modern firearms. Court-tested expertise in federal court, tax court, and state proceedings. Committed to providing legally defensible, professionally documented appraisals that withstand scrutiny.

## Website

https://appraisefirearms.com