
Logan Metesh
Founder
High Caliber History
Logan Metesh is a firearms historian, writer, and appraiser specializing in historically significant and high-value firearms. With more than a decade of experience working in museums and the firearms industry, his background includes work with the National Park Service, the Smithsonian Institution, and other museums where he handled and interpreted historic arms collections.
In addition to his museum work, Logan has written hundreds of published articles on firearms history, collecting, and use, and hosted an award-winning podcast featuring industry professionals and subject-matter experts. His work has earned him a reputation for making complex firearms topics accessible while maintaining a high level of accuracy and detail.
Today, he works with private collectors, estates, and institutions to provide professional firearm appraisals and collection consulting. His approach combines historical research, hands-on experience, and current market knowledge to deliver accurate, defensible valuations.
Whether evaluating a single firearm or an entire collection, Logan helps clients understand what they have and make informed decisions about preservation, sale, and insurance.
To inquire about appraisal or consulting services, visit the Appraisals & Consulting page or request a consultation.
AFFILIATIONS
American Battlefield Trust
Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers
Colt Collectors Association
Dallas Arms Collectors Association
National Rifle Association
National Shooting Sports Foundation
National Wild Turkey Federation
Ohio Gun Collectors Association
Professional Outdoor Media Association
Safari Club International
Smith & Wesson Collectors Association
Sons of the American Legion
Virginia Gun Collectors Association
