From the crew

The Gun & Trophy blog.

Plain-English insurance answers, stories from the range and the field, and the occasional wild-game recipe.

InsuranceJuly 15, 2026

Shipping Insurance for Firearms – Private Party Sales

A few practical points worth adding about insuring firearms shipped in a private sale.

InsuranceMarch 6, 2023

Can You Insure All Weapons?

Weapons Insurance for collections of handguns, rifles and shotguns; including historic, rare, or unique firearms can protect your valuable possessions.

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InsuranceFebruary 20, 2023

How much does gun insurance cost?

Our entry plan, Lead, gives $10,000 in blanket/unscheduled firearm and accessories coverage and carries a $250 deductible per occurence/claim.

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InsuranceJanuary 18, 2023

What information does Gun & Trophy share?

We do not share collection details or lists with any entity. The only exception is if there is a claim in which case, we will provide specifics to the Hanover-appointed claims adjuster.

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InsuranceJanuary 17, 2023

Is Gun & Trophy legitimate?

We often are asked the question “Is Gun & Trophy legitimate?” Our program is owned and administered by the Cushman Insurance Agency, Inc. in Chantilly, Virginia.

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MediaNovember 1, 2022

Sportsman of Colorado Radio Show

Cole joins Scott Whatley and Kevin Flesch on the Sportsman of Colorado Radio Show to discuss the origins of Gun & Trophy Insurance, the difference between your standard homeowners’ policy…

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MediaOctober 12, 2022

Cole joins Wade and Tomas on the Setter Tales Podcast to discuss the origins of Gun & Trophy Insurance, the difference between your standard homeowners’ policy, and the importance of insuring your guns and trophies.

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InsuranceOctober 5, 2022

Unexpected Shotgun Mishaps - Part 5 of 6

It’s another misty Saturday morning, and you are awoken by the warmth of sun rays that are streaming through your bedroom windows.

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InsuranceSeptember 13, 2022

Unexpected Shotgun Mishaps

It’s another misty Saturday morning, and you are awoken by the warmth of sun rays that are streaming through your bedroom windows.

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InsuranceAugust 23, 2022

Unexpected Shotgun Mishaps - Part 3 of 6

The sun is peering in through a small window and casting a warm light across the wooden floors. You can hear the rustling of crunching leaves and hushed whispers outside – the sleepy campsite will soon be bustling.

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InsuranceJuly 26, 2022

Unexpected Shotgun Mishaps

The sun is just peaking over the horizon and a golden glow has fallen on the open water. Being in a duck blind has always been a peaceful place, but this particular morning seems exceptional.

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InsuranceJune 30, 2022

Unexpected Shotgun Mishaps

Have you ever found yourself staring down at a damaged firearm and wondering what you’re going to do next? Were you involved? Was it an accident?

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CommunityFebruary 25, 2022

Best Shotguns

A lifetime’s worth of sportsmanship has left me with a firearm collection larger than I’d like to admit.

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RecipesFebruary 10, 2022

Meringues with Berries

This sweet desert will have you planning your next dinner party! Vicky Mullaney’s meringues with berries is a delicacy her guests (and sons) can’t get enough of.

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CommunityJanuary 20, 2022

Trapshooting

I love sharing my hunting adventures from over the years. The good, the bad, and the unforgettable – and I can assure you I’ve got stories for all of them.

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RecipesJanuary 7, 2022

Hunter’s Breakfast Cups

Vicky Mullaney is accustomed to a table full of hungry stomachs – whether it be her kids, friends, or guests at The Lodge at Black Pearl.

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RecipesDecember 17, 2021

Elk Picadillo

Our friend and author, Vicky Mullaney, has combined her love of culinary, outdoors, and family values, to create “The Lodge at Black Pearl Cookbook – Raising and Feeding a Hunting Family”.

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RecipesDecember 3, 2021

Black Pearl

We are excited to be partnering with Vicky Mullaney, author of “The Lodge at Black Pearl Cookbook – Raising and Feeding a Hunting Family”.

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CommunityJuly 21, 2021

Competition Shooters

Gun and Trophy is pleased to sponsor: Richard “Ricky” Marshall Jr., Paul Giambrone III, Todd Bender.

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InsuranceJuly 16, 2021

Home Insurance Comparison: Protect Your Valuables with the Right Coverage

One of the questions we get is: “Why do I need to buy separate gun insurance? My Insurance agent told me guns are covered under my homeowner’s policy?”

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CommunityAugust 15, 2018

New Website

Gun and Trophy is pleased to announce the launch of our new website. Stay tuned for upcoming articles and bylines.

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