February 17, 2024 by William Taylor. When was my Colt revolver made? Many Colt revolvers can be dated by the serial number, which is usually located on the frame or the butt of the gun. By referencing the serial number against Colt's manufacturing records, you can determine the year of production for your Colt revolver.24,927. Determining the year a Colt firearm was manufactured is not possible by knowing only the serial number. Colt has manufactured literally millions of firearms. Generally, Colt assigns a separate serial number sequence to each of its models. Sometimes the sequence for a specific model starts at the number “1″ and sometimes at a higher ...The highest NF current production serial# I've observed is NF211xx. If correct, Colt has manufactured less than 1,200 New Frontier revolvers since reintroduced in 2011. These are high quality fit/finish with removable full length cylinder bushings just like current SAA's.Showing all 6 results. CCU Family, Pistols. CCU GOVERNMENT (45 ACP) $ 1,499.00. CCU Family, Pistols. CCU GOVERNMENT (9MM) $ 1,499.00. CCU Family, Pistols. COMBAT UNIT RAIL (45 ACP)Thanks to your contributions, there are now 145 serial numbers recorded in the file. -- 61% of the total reported were manufactured in the years 1902 through 1907. -- 58 (or 40%) verified with Colt Archive letters. -- 53% were reported with 4-3/4" barrels, 23% with 7-1/2", and 22% with 5-1/2".2. April 8, 2019 - 12:55 am. The serial number look-up resource tool only has data for the collectable era (pre-1964) production Winchester firearms. The Model 94AE was introduced in 1983, and the 45 Colt chambering was not offered until sometime in the 1990s. Bert.C. CIB. 2166 posts · Joined 2010. #4 · Feb 8, 2015. Here is a good reference if it is an original Series 70: During 1970 the change to the new series “70″ begins and serial numbers changed also. S/N 70G01001 to 70G05550 – 1970 – 4550. S/N 70G05551 to 70G18000 – 1971 – 12,450. S/N 70G18001 to 70G34400 – 1972 – 16,400.Colt AR's Starting with "LE" serial number. I've been in the market for a "new to me" Colt AR, specifically any of the "LE" versions. As I understand it any Colt AR that starts with for example "LE677885" would be a legit Colt LE6920. Any Colt AR that started with CR (for example CR234456) would be one of the "Expanse" AR's, which is what I don ...Woodsman serial number information. Jump to Latest Follow. 5K views 17 replies 10 participants last post by mitchellchancey Sep 26, 2023. Woodsman boy Discussion starter. 6 posts · Joined 2021. #1 · Aug 13, 2021. Gentleman, my Colt Woodsman serial number is 110660, indicating it was built in 1937.This Thunderer looks like it has seen some use in the last 140 years, but retains serial-matching parts, a decent bore for its age and strong mechanics. This would be a great addition to a Colt collection. Please see our photos and good luck! Colt Model 1877 Thunderer .41 Double Action Revolver, MFD 1880 AntiqueThe 2 position Colt stocks with vinyl acetate aluminum buts art a small fortune, like $400+. SP123040 is late 70s or early 80s. "SP1" is not a prefix, "SP" is the prefix. ETA: 1980 according to the arf SP1 database.In 1956, Colt reintroduced the Single Action Army, this new production run now referred to as the 2nd Generation SAA's, and this example comes from that first year of production. It is in Very Good condition with a great bore, strong mechanics and wear consistent with handling and light use over the past 60+ years.Markings: The right side of the slide is marked "COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL". The left side of the slide is marked "COLT'S MK IV/SERIES '70 / GOVERNMENT MODEL / .45 AUTOMATIC CALIBER" followed by a rampant colt. The right side of the frame is marked "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. / 72B2174".If you own a Colt firearm or are considering purchasing one, understanding the significance of a Colt serial number is crucial. This article explores why a Colt serial number is important, how to perform a Colt serial number lookup, where to find the serial number on your firearm, and what valuable information you can obtain...The Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer .38 ACP is one of the more interesting early Colt semi-automatic variations for Colt collectors due to Colt's method of assigning serial numbers for this model. Beginning in 1903, the first gun manufactured for commercial shipment was number 19999 and the numbering continued in descending order (19999, 19998 ...Total rifles produced: 27,189 - serial numbers from CR1000 - CR28189 from March 1973 - July 1984. 4 variants - Short action (22-250, 243 & 308) - Medium action (25-06, 270 & 30-06) - Magnum action (7mm, 300 Win, 300 Wby & 375 H&H) - Safari magnum in 458 Win only. ... Here is the web address to the Colt serial number lookup but be aware it only ...The Model 1851 Colt Navy, which is one of the most popular Colt antique models, was produced through 1873. This book covers in detail the Hartford Models; 4 screw cut for stock models; U.S. martials (U.S. Army and U.S. Navy); the metallic cartridge models; the London models; foreign martials (England, Austria, Canada, and Australia); Brevetes and imitations; serial number ranges; and Odds 'n Ends.Unlock Expert Colt Product Services Now! Explore service options, purchase guidance, and genuine part installation support.The collectible value of your Colt is often enhanced when it is authenticated in this fashion. Colt Archive Letters can provide descriptive details about custom engraving and other special features that will ensure the value of the firearm for future generations to treasure. For more information, please review the Frequently Asked Questions below.CajunBass. 278 posts · Joined 2010. #18 · Jul 6, 2021 (Edited) My first one, a 6", was purchased toward the end of February, 2020. S/N is PY0027XX. Second one, a 4" was purchased the first of April, 2020 S/N PY0055XX. Third one, also a 4", was purchased a couple of months ago, call it May, 2021 S/N PY2053XX.The serial look-up does NOT "look up" your gun. It is a database of serial RANGES correlated to years. To make up a random example, let's say you have serial #57 of Colt model X. The look-up has the info that #50 through #150 were made in 1956, so if you enter #57, it will come back with 1956 for that model. It did not look up your gun.17689 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Feb 15, 2014. Colt has recently added a great feature, allowing you to look up your Colt firearm by entering the serial number. One can only hope SIG follows suit! Colt Firearm Serial Number Lookup - Year of Manufacture. Like.Colt AR15 Serial Number under 010 - Some have No logo - Tool Room Guns with distinctive tool marks on receiver. There are at least 3 guns serial number #0004 attributed to Colt. Not to be confused with Armalite SN: 0004. Colt AR15 Model 01 - SN: 000,1xx: Usually has green painted bakelite furniture. Through.According to the Biggerhammer site the model with the detachable carry handle Match Target Competition HBAR model MT6700 and MT6700C should have a serial number prefix letters of CCH. What you said you saw have mixed model name and serial prefix of Match Target Match HBAR (fixed carry handle) and the serial prefix CCH …Precision, Power, and Performance Redefined. Unleash the Next Era of Shooting Excellence with the Blued Python!Learn how to decode the 10-digit serial number of the Colt 1911 pistol, which can tell you the year, month, and model of manufacture. Find out how to use the serial number to …The Impossible Takes Longer Winter 1995, Vol. 27, No. 4 | "War in an Age of Wonders" By Michael P. Musick The information most sought after in ordnance records is data on the issuance of arms by serial number. Those familiar with twentieth-century records often assume that official records of some kind will enable the possessor of a particular Colt percussion Army Model 1860 revolver (for ...Colt Models 1 and 1A Serial #1-384. Colt Model 2 Serial #476-25000. Colt Model 3 Serial #25001-30000. Colt Model 3A and 4 Serial #1-2400. Colt Model 5 Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 5A Serial #2401-8000. Colt Model 6 and 6A Serial #8001-11074. Colt Model 7 and 7A Serial #11075-14000.New New Frontier Serial Numbers - Update 8/2/23. Update - It was in September 2022 that I last posted my spreadsheet on the NF prefix New Frontier serial numbers. The total count in the sheet has increased from 215 to 231. If anyone has one of these NF prefix models that is not in the list, I would be interested if you could PM me …This Colt Model 1860 Army is serial #147044 and was produced in late 1863. The serial number matches except for the trigger guard which bears #26438 which was produced in early 1862. All metal surfaces are gray in color with moderate to heavy dark oxidation.1976 — D72251-D99999. 1976 — N01001-N01800. 1977 — N01801-N15674. 1978 — R13901. 1979 — S65863. It's a shade incomplete, because the Diamondback was manufactured until 1986. Naturally, it would be safe to assume that if your serial comes after the last in this list, yours is between 1979 and 1986. Feb 9, 2011. #2.The Colt Cobra from the mid-1970's is one of my favorite revolvers and my all-time favorite revolver to carry. It was an earlier version of the Colt Cobra that Jack Ruby used to kill Lee Harvey Oswald. The serial number of Ruby's Colt was 2744LW (note the LW stands for Light-Weight). The Jack Ruby Colt Cobra was returned to his estate many ...1968 73800. 1969 90000-99999 90000, Start "E" series-- E1001. 1970 E6301. 1971 E21201. 1972 E38001. 1973 E53501. 1974 E61001. 1975 E83701-E99999, 01001E to 15000E. 1976 15001E-48300E.1295 Blue Hills Ave. Bloomfield, CT 06002. Phone: 1-800-554-8088. Colt Heros Have Made History: the best armed are the bravest. Here’s an example of the type of information you will see in a Colt Historical Letter: Colt Historical Letter Sample: Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless .380 ACP serial number 134225.New Production Python Serial Numbers. Hi all - just picked up my new Python today and was curious about the serial number. All I have seen in recent posts/photos, and around the internet, are serials “ PY0XXXXX ”. Mine, however, is “ PY2XXXXX ”. To top it off, my brother in law just got his today, too, and his is a “ PY0 ”.The company distributed this catalog in October 1904, featuring a pivotal serial list that provides model correlations for movements through number 795,250 and a couple of reserved blocks from 900,001 to 1,000,000. While grade designations are not provided in this list, it has become a building block for reconstructing a serial database and ...The letter under the serial number is a factory inspectors stamp. As above, you have a Police Positive chambered in .38 S&W NOT .38 Special. Since Colt didn't want S&W's name on their guns they simply changed the shape of the .38 S&W bullet to a flatter point and renamed it as the Colt .38 New Police. There was also a Colt Police Positive ...Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket .25 Hammerless Production: Year: Serial Number: Total: Year: Serial Number: Total: 1908 : 1: 850: 1929: 375350: 6900: 1909: 850: 22250 ...dakota1911. 23370 posts · Joined 2006. #5 · Oct 1, 2007. I would call Colt. They will tell you what year any gun was made in for free. Write it on a slip of paper and throw it in the box the gun came in, or somewhere you can find it. NRA Life Member. Like. T.Hi Dboyd, The PT. On your barrel roll mark and the serial prefix with the letter P are both consistent indicators among others of the USPFA production gun. USPFA was the start up company, if you will, of USFA. USPFA is US Patent Fire Arms. In a lawsuit Colt forced USPFA to drop the word Patent from their name.For specific information on a particular Colt, send your model name, caliber, serial number, and check to: Colt Historian. PO Box 1868. Hartford, CT 06144-1868. Phone: 1-800-962-COLT. Check with Colt Historical Dept. for current prices. FIRST SERIES WOODSMAN: 1915-1947. Manufacture Dates by Serial Number. Target and Sport Models.SERIAL NUMBER LOOKUP · DEALER LOCATOR · CONTACT US. COMPANY. THE COLT STORY · COLT CAREERS · LEGAL INFORMATION. RESOURCES. SUPPLIER RESOURCES · F...Foreign Service Models: 1) Colt M1911 Canadian Contract: S/N C5400 to C16599 = Sept. to Nov., 1914 ( Only 5000 pistols in this serial number range were shipped to Canada.) Caliber .45 ACP. 2) Colt M1911A1 Canadian Contract: S/N 930,000 to 936,000 = 1943 ( 1,515 military model pistols were shipped to Canada through the Lend-Leased Act from this ...May 15, 2024 · If you’re looking to find out when your Colt AR-15 was manufactured, one way to determine its production date is by referencing the serial number. Colt maintains a database with the production information for their firearms, and by providing them with the serial number, you can get an accurate manufacturing date for your AR-15. 1.Python Model : Year: Serial Number: 1955: 1: 1956: 300: 1957: 1650: 1958: 5550: 1959: 7050: 1960: 9100: 1961: 13100: 1962: 18800: 1963: 24800: 1964: 30800: 1965 ...I went to the colt serial number lookup site and entered the serial number on the frame as it was the lowest. It appeared to be in the group #5, I also came across the unbelievable site by one of the current members named Rusty. The same serial number indicated that this frame had gone to the New York Militia. So it goes.I have a Colt Army Special 38 Caliber w/6 inch barrel. The serial number is 3586XX stamped inside the crane and on the frame where the crane hits the frame. Nothing on the butt. Don't know about inside as it appears the screws on the side plate have never been turned. Side plate and cylinder latch are on the left.SHOOTER13. 17128 posts · Joined 2010. #5 · Mar 4, 2023 (Edited) Welcome to the COLT Forum from the Cradle Of Liberty...Pennsylvania !! Enjoy Our Community Marine... Serial # B97011 puts that Colt Agent right at 1972 using Proof House: Serial Number Data. 1972 B83551 ~ B99999.Accessing the Colt Serial Number Lookup Tool is facilitated through Colt’s Manufacturing LLC’s official website, providing a user-friendly interface for entering serial numbers. Once on the Colt’s Manufacturing LLC’s website, users can easily locate the Serial Number Lookup Tool by navigating to the ‘Support’ or ‘Customer Service ...1911/1911A1 Production Numbers. Colt manufactured 60,000 pistols in the Ithaca serial number range (856405-916404), 41,696 in the Remington Rand serial number range (916405-958100), and 4,171 in the US&S serial number range (1088726-1092896). Ithaca and Remington Rands where not manufactured or shipped in numerical order.In late 2011 the last 100 units of the LE6920 with Colt's Law Enforcement Carbine, LE restricted markings and official factory letter of authenticity was released to the market. However in Dec 2013 they released the actual 105 last units of same marked carbines but without the factory letter, with higher serial numbers as the official lettered ...I've looked at a Colt 38 Super bi-tone Commander with serial number format XXXX-LW. The Colt database lists the number minus the letters as a 1949 Commander, but not as a 38 super. This one has wood grips with pewter Colt logo medallions. The receiver is highly polished alloy and the slide is high gloss blue, much like a Gold Cup.You should have a serial # on the frame in front of the trigger guard, on the front of the trigger guard, on the bottom of the back strap right by the strap screw and not under the grips on this era SAA. The serial # wasn't moved to under the grips till 1920. The serial # should be on the side of an 1880 SAA cylinder. LeverActionBill and hwjhfs.766 posts · Joined 2017. #12 · Jun 20, 2018 (Edited) The Colt 1st Generation SAA Serial Number List provides information on Colt revolvers owned by famous lawmen, notorious outlaws, legendary cavalry regiments, historic mining and express companies, and other noteworthy people. To get a free copy, send an email to: [email protected] highest NF current production serial# I've observed is NF211xx. If correct, Colt has manufactured less than 1,200 New Frontier revolvers since reintroduced in 2011. These are high quality fit/finish with removable full length cylinder bushings just like current SAA's.5 posts · Joined 2011. #1 · Feb 28, 2014. Looking for insight on the production date of my Colt Defender. Most of them I see online show Colt Defender Series 90 on the left side of the slide and Lightweight on the right. Mine says Colt Defender Lightweight on the left side and nothing on the right. Just curious if anyone has any input, thanks ...9329 posts · Joined 2004. #1 · Oct 6, 2012. 3rd Generation Colt Dates of Manufacturing Updated to 2012. First of year serial Numbers. 1976 80000SA. 1977 82000SA. 1978 90500SA - 99999SA - SA01001. 1979 SA13000.I called Colt about a serial number since it didnt pop up on the online search, they said the online lookup caters more towards the old revolvers, very few rilfes are in that database i was told. Reply. Reactions: jpm. J. jkelly1229. Joined Nov 16, 2014 Messages 24,391 Likes 30,699.Serial Number Lookup. Enter your Ruger® serial number above to view its model number, product line, caliber, production status, ship date and instruction manual. Note: This service is provided as reference only, and accuracy is not guaranteed. For specific questions or additional information, please contact Customer Service .John. I kept an informal Colt SP1 notes about serial numbers that was discussed in a large AR site survey. 1983 - 1985. 2116XX. 173XXX. 1982. 173XXX. 140XXX. So yours would be made about 1983, a lot of people said that the production of the SP1 model ended in 1982, but they probably made some more from 1983 to 1985.I recorded a new production Colt SAA (4-3/4 inch Barrel, .45 Colt, Color Case Hardened & Blue) in February 2014 with serial number S73549A. From the serial number data I have it appears that recent annual production quantities are in the range of 2,700 revolvers annually (225 per calendar month) for the years 2011, 2012 & 2013. J.D. …Support the channel by subscribing to Big Daddy Unlimited! .99 Cents for the first month! https://bigdaddyunlimited.com/?oid=1&affid=467 Colt 2020 Python …3295 posts · Joined 2013. #2 · Jun 12, 2015. Anaconda serials are easy. The first editions were MM00001-MM001000 (1990). Then regular production started in '91 at MM001001 and runs to MM99999. Then it started the serial prefix of AN around '98 I think. Those continued until end production.The serial number is SER. SP 187716 below the model number, according to my personal reference list that serial number was made in 1982, in 1983 the serial number started in SP 192XXX. There are times Colt use their serial numbers not in sequence, there are some years that they skip in random. The Colt site serial number look up sometimes does ...Explore Colt's selection of rifles, from modern sporting rifles to classic bolt action models, with various calibers, features and finishes.This '62 Colt Python is a Favorite! The Colt Python was first introduced in 1955 as Colt's top-of-the-line model. The gun pictured here was made in 1962. Pythons produced from 1955 to 1969 have no letter in the serial …Sep 17, 2018 · 422 posts ·Joined 2015. Add to quote. Only show this user. #3 ·Sep 15, 2018. That model was introduced in 1988. Serial numbers before 18500 are pre-ban, (Sep 1994). Would guess yours is from 1989 or maybe 1990 at the latest. Colt AR-15 Serial Number List. Reactions:68python.Here we'll look at how to use it to identify the model. First, go to Smith and Wesson's website. There you can enter your serial number into their search bar. The site will generate a list of results that match your serial number. Scroll through the results until you find one that matches your gun's description.1976 — D72251-D99999. 1976 — N01001-N01800. 1977 — N01801-N15674. 1978 — R13901. 1979 — S65863. It's a shade incomplete, because the Diamondback was manufactured until 1986. Naturally, it would be safe to assume that if your serial comes after the last in this list, yours is between 1979 and 1986. Feb 9, 2011. #2.Colt Gold Cup serial #/issue date. I am searching the production date of a Colt Gold Cup #SN33132. I've found than #SN 11xxx was issued in 1988. MKIV Series 80 Gold Cup National Match model. If you're talking about this one, because there are several different Gold Cup models and variations. 1989...SN03931-SN11438.1582 posts · Joined 2017. #5 · Mar 10, 2022. Colt Serial Number lookup. New guns 2020/21/22 are hit or miss in the system. It’s pretty good overall resource and it’s from the proverbial “Horse’s Mouth”. Like.The serial number is located on the left side of the slide on a small white or black tag. The serial number should be in sequential order, starting with the number "1.". 5. Where is the serial number on a Colt m4? The serial number is located on the left side of the weapon near the muzzle.Hello Sir Bert, I acquired a Model 94AE serial 6167577, made in New H. Conn. it's in pretty good shape with just a couple dings on the stock and a repair where the sling mount is attached to the buttstock, the metal finish is really nice, it has the checkered pistol grip stock and it has the cross bolt safety, I would appreciate anymore information about it, year or years of manufacture ...Gordie - "The Blue Book Pocket Guide for Colt Dates of Manufacture" (Blue Book Publications, 2008, Wilson & Allen) shows serial numbers for the M1991A1 on page 72. According to the book, 1991 started with serial number 2693616, numbers for 1992 to 1996 are "n/a" (which I presume means not available), 1997 started with 2764353 and 1998 started ...1-800-962-COLT. They have always before been willing to tell the year made although no more without paying for a letter. I have an Ace .22 with a serial number in the 70B .45 range and have read here of other .45s with SM numbers. Colt is not real careful about stuff like that.2,578 ÷ 36 guns per month = 71.611 months = 5.968 years. Then adding 5.968 years to the beginning of 1994 gives: 1994 + 5.968 years = 1999.968 or in other words, the very end of December 1999 for the manufacture date. Then considering hypothetically, if 40 guns were made per month: 2,578 ÷ 40 guns per month = 64.45 months = 5.371 years.Dec 17, 2020 · Note that Colt used different ranges for the Police Positive .32 and Police Positive .32 Target, the Police Positive .22 Target, and the Police Positive .38. Depending on the exact model you could find a number of Colt small frame revolvers with the same serial number. thecoltguy.The serial number is SER. SP 187716 below the model number, according to my personal reference list that serial number was made in 1982, in 1983 the serial number started in SP 192XXX. There are times Colt use their serial numbers not in sequence, there are some years that they skip in random. The Colt site serial number look up sometimes does ...For the total available Colt serial numbers you'll need to buy a copy of a book or booklet by R.L. Wilson. His book "Colt: An American Heritage" has ALL known Colt production and serial numbers up to 1985.d.a.r.y.l. 2468 posts · Joined 2011. #5 · Jan 12, 2013. The date lookup on Colt's website leaves a lot to be desired.I have found it effective about 50% of the time.It seems to work better with the older guns.I don't know if it's intentional or just hasn't been updated in a while.:bang_wall *. Daryl.Model 1877 Lightning : Year: Serial Number: 1877: 1: 1878: 3000: 1879: 13500: 1880: 19000: 1881: 28000: 1882: 34000: 1883: 40000: 1884: 48000: 1885: 51500: 1886 ...The serial number lookup link on the Colt website is only partially hooked up with our internal shipping / invoicing system. This is why customer service or archives can check it and you may not be able to via the website. The process is ongoing as far as adding more and more numbers / ranges to the online database & available to you guys.PRICING : PLEASE READ! Please review Archive Letter pricing below prior to completing the online order form. Current turnaround time for Archive Letters is approximately 150 days. Unless paying by check or money order, we bill by emailed invoice, payable online, upon completion of the research. In addition to the price list below, all fees are ...And Colt had always been able to depend on government contracts as their bread and butter. So Colt went ahead and manufactured an abundance of lowers based on the "Planned" weapons delivery schedule. There were a ton of SP-1's out there and demand was nowhere like today's. That's why there some weapons made in 89 that have SP2xx,xxx serial numbers.Your Johnson outboard model number can usually be found on the nameplate located on the motor or the mounting bracket. The nameplate should contain a serial number and a model number which will identify the year and - depending on the nameplate type - certain details of that motor and help you obtain the correct handbook, parts and service ...In late 2011 the last 100 units of the LE6920 with Colt's Law Enforcement Carbine, LE restricted markings and official factory letter of authenticity was released to the market. However in Dec 2013 they released the actual 105 last units of same marked carbines but without the factory letter, with higher serial numbers as the official lettered ...Since the Officer's Model shared serial numbers with the O, Anaconda serial numbers. I was sitting at the computer trying to find a serial number for my brother, Learn how to decode the 10-digit serial number of the Colt 1911 pistol, which can tell you the year, , Colt's lookup is based on R. L. Wilson's research, If the original box that your revolver came in is black cardboard and feat, 208 posts · Joined 2004. #1 · Sep 12, 2010. I have a U.S. Property marked Model 1911 with Au, Serial Number Lookup. Enter your Ruger® serial number above to view its model number, I recently aquired a Colt Model 1901. 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