Gun Collectors Dream Auction #82 February 21st & 22nd

Vintage RCBS, Redfield, and Herter's Firearms Reloading and Sighting Accessory Collection, mid-20th century

This auction ended on February 21, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $75 - $150

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $140

Description

This comprehensive collection of vintage firearms accessories includes five threaded reloading dies, a precision aperture sight, and a pair of scope rings. The reloading dies are manufactured by several notable firms including RCBS, Lee, CH, Lyman, S-M-E, and Ackley. Specific markings on the dies include SEATER, SWAGE, and various manufacturer logos. The lot features a vintage Redfield metallic rear aperture sight, a staple of mid-century target shooting, featuring graduated windage and elevation scales marked MIN YDS with directional arrows. Also included is a pair of modern matte black scope rings with integral mounting bases and quick-detach levers. A significant historical piece in this lot is the original cardboard packaging from Herter’s Inc. of Waseca, Minnesota, labeled World’s Largest Manufacturers of Quality Reloading Tools and Since 1893. The components are primarily constructed of machined steel and aluminum.