Top 23 Guns with the Highest Number of Bids on GunBroker | May 2025

Claudia Bircu , GunBroker Staff

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*Top 23 Guns with the Highest Number of Bids on GunBroker | May 2025*

May 2025 Report: Top 23 Guns Sold on GunBroker with the Highest Bid Counts

The May 2025 top 23 Guns with the Highest Number of Bids on GunBroker sales report gave firearm enthusiasts plenty to talk about—1,893 total bids across 23 listings from collectors and shooters. While all entries on the list had fierce competition, a few truly stood out for their unique features, historical appeal, or sheer scarcity.

Top 4 Guns That Dominated GunBroker Bids in May 2025

#1: WWII M1 Garand Springfield Armory (123 Bids)

Final Price: $2,125
This iconic M1 Garand from January 1944 topped the charts with an impressive 123 bids. CMP Expert Grade with a new Criterion barrel and stock, this rifle is a pristine example of WWII firepower. The Garand’s deep historical value and battlefield pedigree make it a must-have for serious collectors.

#3: Lee Enfield No.1 Mk III (98 Bids)

Final Price: $1,000
Manufactured by Lithgow Arms in 1943, this .303 British Lee-Enfield is a classic bolt-action rifle that saw service in two World Wars. With 98 bids, it proved just how much love the “SMLE” still gets among collectors who appreciate vintage military rifles that shoot as well as they display.

#4: Kimber Grand Raptor II 1911 (95 Bids)

Final Price: $3,650
This .45 ACP beauty combines modern design with custom detailing. The Grand Raptor II’s stainless frame, blue slide, match-grade barrel, and raptor-scale grips had 17 bidders from 13 states battling it out. Near-mint condition and timeless 1911 style made it one of May’s hottest modern handguns.

#23: Ruger Mini-14 “A-Team” Side-Folder (72 Bids)

Final Price: $1,526
Rounding out the list—but not to be underestimated—is this 1978 Ruger Mini-14 with a factory folding stock and major ‘80s nostalgia. With a look straight out of the A-Team and pre-ban C&R status, this .223 ranch rifle drew 72 bids and proves that pop culture meets practical can still drive up demand.

1,893 Total Bids | 360 Unique Bidders

Whether you’re into vintage battle rifles, finely finished hunting arms, or classic 1911s, May’s top bid-getters prove one thing—collector demand is stronger than ever. Keep an eye on GunBroker; you never know what piece of history will spark the next bidding war.

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List order is from the lowest to the highest bid count on GunBroker

#23: Ruger Mini 14 .223 18.5″ Barrel A-Team, I Pity the Fool, Folding Stock 1978

On 5/4/2025, a seller sold Item #1099944368. Ruger Mini 14 .223 18.5″ Barrel A-Team, I Pity The Fool, Folding Stock 1978. Final Price for this listing: $1,526.00. This item received 72 total bids from 8 bidders in 7 states. Seller listed the item condition as Used