Peter TOBLER
Head of Auctions
Peter Tobler joined Joh. Springer's Erben as Head of Auctions in the fall of 2021. Mr. Tobler has been in managerial role in several internationally active trading companies. As a competition-experienced sport shooter paired with a preference for modern and domestic products, he combines sales experience with a passion for our auction items. Overall responsible for the auction house, Mr. Tobler's focus is absolutely on the contact and exchange with our customers and contributors.
E-Mail: p.tobler@springer-vienna.com
Mag.iur. Josef MÖTZ
Expert for Hunting & Antique Weapons
Josef Mötz is a lawyer, reserve officer and internationally renowned expert for handguns and military weapons. He has been active in the study of weapons and ammunition for 45 years, has been one of the most productive Austrian authors in the field of law, weapons and ammunition history and technological development since 1979 and publishes in renowned weapons journals. At Joh. Springer's Erben, he is our expert for the valuation and cataloguing of handguns and militaria.
E-Mail: j.moetz@springer-vienna.com
Edoardo de Pascalis, MA
Expert for Art & Collectibles
Edoardo de Pascalis combines art history knowledge with a passion for collecting. Whether art, jewelry, coins, antiques, or other collectibles—he brokers objects at Joh. Springer's Erben with competence, care, and joy, both in their history and in his appreciative contact with their owners.
E-Mail: e.depascalis@springer-vienna.com
Fabian RÖDLING
Weapons Technician
Fabian Rödling successfully completed his studies at HTL Ferlach in the field of weapons and security technology. He has been fascinated by weapon technology and how it works since childhood. Today, he combines this passion with his everyday professional life. Mr. Rödling works at an auction house, where he uses his knowledge to describe weapons. He also serves as a militia soldier.
E-Mail: auktion@springer-vienna.com
Lucas WININGER
Inventory & Warehouse
Lucas Wininger has been working for the company as a weapons and ammunition dealer since 2014 and completed his apprenticeship in our flagship store in Weihburggasse. He will be happy to advise you on all questions regarding the exhibition and general concerns of the auction.
E-Mail: logistics@springer-vienna.com
Martin SCHIFFER
Head of Photography
Martin Schiffer worked for many years in the defence sector in international sales before concentrating on his passion, photography. The combination of industry knowledge and photographic expertise are the perfect prerequisites for putting our products and auction exhibits in the right light.
E-mail: m.schiffer@springer-vienna.com
Christian KORN
Warehouse clerk
Christian Korn is responsible for the management of the warehouse, dispatch and exhibition.
E-Mail: logistics@springer-vienna.com
Leon BAUER
Apprentice arms- and ammunition dealer
Knives inspire Leon, be it when cooking, carving or as a faithful companion in the wilderness. Every adventure is an opportunity for him to discover new skills.
E-Mail: auktion@springer-vienna.com