I do have a low two digit number Colt Lightning rifle. I bought it on the overall condition, the low number was just an interesting novelty to me. It is my belief that most if not all Winchester collectors will pay a significant premium for a single-digit serial number, and modest premium for a 2-digit serial numbered gun.
In regards to other Models out there with very low serial numbers, I have seen and had my hands on Model serial number 3 brown gun , Model serial number 2 very pristine condition , and Model 71 serial number 4 pristine condition.
I have photographs of Model serial number 4, and I have seen and handled at least a few dozen 2-digit serial numbered Winchesters. I have thought about the response to the original post as I guess I was only thinking about 19th Century models and never even contemplated firearms such as Winchester 71 No 4. Now that I think about this, with regards to the , , , , , , , , etc. Of course earlier firearms may gather a premium simply because they are earlier variations that differ from the majority of production, such as the flatside and the early which might contain a caliber marking in the font of the or a rear ladder sight marked But, with regards to a single digit serial number on a later model, unless serial number 1, I might preferentially try to acquire that gun over another, but would pay little to no premium for it.
But that simply is my preference. It was a standard rifle in 44 WCF with an early refinish. Hard to say if this one sale was an anomaly or a trend. I like the early guns and have a two digit and several three digit Winchesters, but would not pay anywhere near that kind of money for one based only on a low serial number.
Later on, as I start to refine my collection more, lower serial s will most likely become more important to me. Thanks JB!! It would be nice to get everyone together some day to see all the cool stuff out there.
I know you have some nice stuff too!! We have many opportunities to get together, east- west -and mid-country. Plus all the info and expertise on this sight. It is a fairly low condition but not beat up 44 WCF sporting rifle. I do not have it noted as being refinished in the auction so that may have occurred since and thus the lower valuation. I think there are a lot of firearms collectors that will pay a huge premium for low serial numbers.
Classic car guys are the same. It does appear that the market is strong for these early guns. Way overpriced in my opinion. Are you trying to disparage this seller? What condition was it in? Absolutely not, and quite frankly, I am insulted by your unfounded veiled accusation!
I clearly stated that it was my opinion that it was overpriced, and the last time I checked, we are all entitled to share our opinions without being accusatory. NOTE: new posts are subject to administrator approval before being displayed. This topic has subscriptions. This topic has watches. Currently Online: win86guns , antler1 48 Guest s. Currently Browsing this Page: 1 Guest s.
TXGunNut : Take the gun to a gun shop or gun smith for assistance. Read More. In most cases, if you give me only a serial number, and no info on make, model, caliber, then no.
A serial number is not unque, or it would be 20 numbers long. You need to Identify the make and model of the BB gun in order to get an answer not the serial number Read More. The manufacturer is normally stamped on the firearm next to the model, caliber, and serial number. I was told by a gun collector that a five digit number on an imported derringer is not a serial number- it is a lot number a serial number should be at least 6 digits what about the proof markings on the gun?
By the Serial number one can usually identify the year. Serial numbers past the 70s and some before can also identify the model. Ask another question and include the type of gun and the serial number. We can help. We cant identify the model by the serial number. Please identify the model. Also, Western Field guns were made by various companies and dates of production by serial number are unavailable.
Without knowing the model and caliber, we can't tell. Can't identify by serial they are not unique across models, however with a good description identification is quite probable. They are intended to be unique to a given make and model- but a gun can be rebarreled to a different caliber.
Yes it is illegal to own a gun that does not have a serial number. It is also illegal to remove the serial number off a gun. You won't. Each year, more than 4. If each had a unique serial number, it would be dozens of numbers long.
The serial number by itself isn't enough information. Not possible. Without more of a description USD. Need more info. Serial number and model would be helpful. A serial number alone does not provide enough information to answer your question. More than one gun can have that serial number.
What make? What model? A more useful bit of information to determine the bill's value is the series date on it, rather than the serial number. Without more information, USD or more. Without more specifics, you are in the USD range. Yes, but only if it's an older note. This isn't a serial number.
It looks more like a patent number. Describe which model you have and we can help with the serial number. No more. There is no way to tell without a make and model and maybe not then. More than one gun has had that serial number. Serial numbers are only unique within one make and model if then. The serial number is nothing fancy your bill would be worth more if it was something unusual like a really low number or something or really high or all the same number and so it doesn't add any value, but an earlier series might make it be worth more.
Condition is more important than serial number. That being said the earlier and better condition will be worth more. Depends on the serial number and what you mean by "automatic". Lacking any more information, USD or so. For a more specific appraisal, try asking this question again, but include the series date instead of the serial number.
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