They Were Forgotten… Until Now: 8 Guns Making a Shocking Comeback

Published on August 18, 2025
Duration: 16:33

This video explores eight firearms making a surprising comeback, highlighting their historical significance, technical merits, and renewed popularity among collectors and shooters. It details how models like the High Standard Supermatic Citation, Ivor Johnson revolvers, and Star BM pistols, once overlooked or obsolete, are now being re-evaluated for their quality, performance, and historical value. The resurgence is driven by a community rediscovery rather than manufacturer revival, with prices and demand increasing for these once-forgotten firearms.

Quick Summary

Several firearms are experiencing a resurgence, including the High Standard Supermatic Citation .22 pistol, Ivor Johnson top-break revolvers, Meridian double-barrel shotguns, Star BM 9mm pistols, Ruger Security-Six revolvers, Colt Diamondback revolvers, Steyr M9 pistols, and the SIG Sauer P2022 (SIG Pro). This comeback is driven by a community rediscovery of their quality, performance, and historical value, leading to increased demand and prices on the secondary market.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Forgotten Guns Reemerge
  2. 01:02High Standard .22 Target Pistols
  3. 02:49Ivor Johnson Top Break Revolvers
  4. 04:45Meridian Firearms
  5. 06:40Star BM 9mm Pistols
  6. 08:33Ruger Security-Six Revolvers
  7. 10:18Colt Diamondback Revolvers
  8. 12:05Steyr M9 Pistols
  9. 14:02SIG Sauer P2022 (SIG Pro)
  10. 15:44Conclusion: Earned Comebacks

Frequently Asked Questions

Which firearms are making a comeback in 2025?

Several firearms are experiencing a resurgence, including the High Standard Supermatic Citation .22 pistol, Ivor Johnson top-break revolvers, Meridian double-barrel shotguns, Star BM 9mm pistols, Ruger Security-Six revolvers, Colt Diamondback revolvers, Steyr M9 pistols, and the SIG Sauer P2022 (SIG Pro).

Why are older firearms like the High Standard Supermatic Citation becoming popular again?

Older firearms are regaining popularity due to a re-evaluation of their timeless function, accuracy, and build quality, especially as new, comparable firearms become more expensive or less robust. The High Standard Citation, for example, offers excellent precision for its price point on the used market.

What makes the Star BM 9mm pistol a desirable comeback firearm?

The Star BM pistol is praised for its reliable 9mm performance, single-stack design, steel frame, and crisp trigger, offering a compact and natural-pointing platform reminiscent of a mini 1911. Surplus imports made them affordable, and their quality is now being recognized.

Are these comeback firearms being reintroduced by manufacturers?

No, the comeback for most of these firearms is driven by the gun community's rediscovery and appreciation. Manufacturers are not relaunching these specific models; their return is through the secondary market, collector interest, and restoration efforts.

What is the market trend for these rediscovered firearms?

Prices for these firearms have significantly increased, often doubling or tripling in the last five to ten years. Demand is surging on secondary markets, auctions, and collector forums, indicating a strong and sustained interest in these once-forgotten models.

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