NO FEE · NO OBLIGATION · FAST RESPONSE
Sell WW2 Militaria — Get a Free WW2 Appraisal & Same-Day Payment
Curious what your WW2 item is worth? We'll tell you — for free. No fee, no pressure, no obligation. Some items are worth a few dollars; others are worth thousands. We give you an honest answer either way.
Other WW2 buying sites charge up to $35 just to appraise your item. We never charge for appraisals. Our goal is to make selling your WW2 militaria as easy and transparent as possible.
Why sellers choose us
- Completely free — no appraisal fee, ever
- No obligation to sell after receiving an appraisal
- Honest, fair market value — not lowball offers
- Response within 10 minutes during business hours
- Over 50 years of combined collecting experience
- We buy all countries: US, German, Japanese, Russian, Italian
Request a Free Appraisal
Submit your item details — we respond within 10 minutes
How the Free Appraisal Works
Contact Us
Send us clear photos of your WW2 item along with any history you know — country of origin, where it came from, any markings. Email, phone, or use the form below.
We Respond Fast
We review your item and respond with an honest assessment of value — typically within 10 minutes during business hours. No waiting days for a reply.
Get Paid Quickly
If you accept our offer, payment is made the same day via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, money order, or Western Union. No delays.
What WW2 Items Can I Get Appraised?
We provide free WWII appraisals on virtually every category of World War 2 militaria — from common items like US dog tags and British cap badges to rare Third Reich pieces, Japanese swords, and complete uniform groupings. If it's related to World War II, we want to see it.
Many people inherit WW2 items and have no idea what they're worth. A grandfather's medals, a helmet brought back from Europe, a German dagger found in an attic — these items can range from a few dollars to several thousand. The only way to know is a proper appraisal from someone who buys and sells WW2 militaria every day. That's exactly what we offer, and we never charge for it.
German Militaria
Helmets, daggers, medals, insignia, uniforms, flags, firearms
US Militaria
M1 helmets, medals, uniforms, dog tags, field gear, firearms
Japanese Militaria
Swords (katana/shin-gunto), flags, medals, helmets, uniforms
British & Commonwealth
Medals, helmets, uniforms, badges, documents, photographs
Edged Weapons
German daggers, bayonets, swords, fighting knives
Documents & Photos
Soldbuchs, discharge papers, unit photographs, maps
Not sure if your item qualifies? Send us photos anyway. We've appraised everything from single medals to entire estate collections. If we can't help, we'll tell you who can — no runaround, no sales pitch.
Our free WWII appraisal service covers buyers and sellers across the United States and the United Kingdom. Whether you're in Utah or Scotland, you'll get the same honest, expert assessment — and the same same-day payment if you decide to sell.
Why Is the WW2 Appraisal Free?
Most auction houses and online appraisal services charge $25 to $50 just to tell you what your item is worth — before you've agreed to sell anything. We think that's backwards. Our free WWII appraisal service exists because we are active buyers, not middlemen.
When you contact us with a WW2 item, you're speaking directly with a collector who has spent decades studying and purchasing militaria. Chris Voorhees has been buying WW2 items across the United States for over 30 years. Fraser Laing covers the United Kingdom and Europe from Scotland. Between them, they have handled thousands of transactions — German helmets, Iron Crosses, Japanese swords, American medals, SS daggers, Luftwaffe insignia, and complete estate collections.
Because we buy directly — no auction house fees, no consignment percentages, no listing costs — we can afford to offer free appraisals as a standard part of how we do business. There is no catch. You send photos, we give you an honest valuation, and you decide what to do next. If you sell to us, great. If you don't, we still gave you accurate information at no cost.
Our free WWII appraisal service covers all 50 US states and the entire United Kingdom. We regularly purchase items from New York, California, Texas, Florida, Utah, and every state in between — as well as England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Distance is never a barrier. We arrange shipping guidance once a price is agreed, and payment is made the same day you ship.
Whether you inherited a single medal from a grandfather who served in the Pacific, or you have an entire attic full of WW2 German militaria, the process is the same: send photos, get an honest answer, decide at your own pace. No pressure, no fees, no obligation.
What Sellers Say
"I had no idea what my grandfather's German helmet was worth. Chris replied in under 10 minutes with a detailed explanation and a fair offer. Paid the same day I shipped it."
Robert M.
Salt Lake City, UT
WW2 German M40 Helmet
"Inherited a box of WW2 medals from my uncle's estate. Fraser walked me through every piece, told me what was rare and what wasn't, and made a fair offer on the whole lot. No pressure at all."
Margaret T.
Edinburgh, Scotland
WW2 Medal Grouping
"I'd been trying to sell a Japanese sword for months. Other buyers either lowballed me or never replied. These guys knew exactly what it was, gave me a strong offer, and paid via PayPal within the hour."
David K.
Houston, TX
WW2 Japanese Shin-Gunto Sword
How to Photograph Your Item
Clear photos are the single biggest factor in getting an accurate appraisal. You don't need a professional camera — a smartphone in good light is fine.
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Overall front and back
Lay the item flat on a plain surface. Take one shot of the front and one of the back in natural light or near a window.
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Close-ups of markings
Capture any stamps, maker's marks, serial numbers, or unit insignia. These details often determine value more than condition.
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Show the condition honestly
Photograph any dents, rust, repairs, or missing parts. Honest photos lead to accurate offers — no surprises on either side.
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Include original accessories
If the item came with a case, documents, straps, or scabbard, photograph those too. Complete groupings are worth significantly more.
What Happens After You Submit
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We review your photos
Chris or Fraser personally examines every submission — no automated responses, no junior staff. You're talking to the buyer.
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You receive an honest offer
We reply with a fair market valuation within 10 minutes during business hours. If we need more photos, we'll ask — no guessing games.
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Accept and get paid same day
If you accept, we send payment immediately via your preferred method. Ship when you're ready — we provide full packing and shipping guidance.
Shipping guidance: We recommend USPS Priority Mail with insurance for most items. Once we agree on a price, we'll walk you through the safest and most cost-effective way to ship. For large collections, we can arrange pickup.
Payment methods: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, money order, or Western Union — whichever is most convenient for you.
Not ready to fill out the form? Contact us directly or call Chris at 1-801-792-1759