Murder in the Gunroom

When celebrated pistol collector Lane Fleming is found dead in his locked gunroom, the coroner rules it an accident, but his widow, Gladys, suspects foul play. She hires the charismatic private eye Jefferson Davis Rand, a former lawyer and reserve colonel who also boasts one of the finest early‑firearm collections in the state. Rand must catalogue, appraise, and market the 2,500‑piece arsenal while untangling who might have wanted the trove enough to kill for it.

As Rand delves into the world of antique revolvers, Confederate‑era Colts and rare percussion pistols, he encounters a colorful cast of eager buyers, rival collectors, and shadowy figures with motives as complex as the mechanisms they covet. His sharp mind and relentless curiosity keep the investigation firing on all cylinders, while his own ambiguous past adds a personal edge to the case. Listeners will be drawn into a fast‑paced mystery that balances technical detail with classic detective suspense.