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How to use a serial number to tell how old a gun is?

Anonymous

∙ 16y ago

Updated: 9/14/2023

Serial numbers have been required by law since 1968. Piror to that they were not, but, most makers used them. If you have the serial number, and know who made the firearm, chances are the sn's have been published.

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