during the 1940's and 1950's iver johnson used letters only in the serial numbers on their single barrel Champion shotguns. there have been several posts here and on other forums as to what these letters mean. thanks to the help of a former employee of iver johnson mr. ray chatigny i now have the key to these letters. mr. chatigny started at ...3168 posts · Joined 2003. #25 · Nov 14, 2010. dave hart, small frame 32 S&W caliber 5 shot safety automatic hammer revolver serial number A 71771 was made in 1912, when 14,300 were manufactured. if in shootable condition it should be safe to use modern ammo in. bill. Author: Iver Johnson's Arms & Cycle Works 1871-1993.Your revolver dates to 1933 which was the 2nd year of production. Their model number is 68 but most people refer to them as the Target Sealed 8. If it's mechanically sound, only shoot standard velocity or slower ammunition in it!!! They weren't built to handle the high and hyper velocity .22's we have now.Iver Johnson Serial Number Lookup. Jump to Latest Follow. 24K views 1 reply 2 participants last post by johnsxj Dec 9, 2020. Bleckers3 Discussion starter. 1 post …The second half of this FAQ posting lists serial number cut-offs for the 1899 ... (8 x57). Both can be had for under $200 in original condition, or often for under $125 if sporterized. Most Iver Johnson .38 S&W top break revolvers are also still a relative bargain at $120 to $250 each. ... , those 106+ year old guns A.) Look more and more ...Iver Johnson Safety Hammerless Revolver. Richly nickeled, 32 caliber center-fire, 3-inch barrel; or 38 caliber center-fire, 334-inch barrel () (Extra length barrel or blued finish at slight extra cost, Sold by Hardware and Sporting Goods dealers everywhere, or sent prepaid on receipt of price if dealer will not supply.Iver Johnson Safety Auto Hammer 3rd Model Revolver Description: Caliber .38 S&W. Serial number 23814. Large frame top break DA revolver with nickle finish. Ribbed 5" barrel with semi circular front sight. Fluted 5 shot cylinder. 1 piece walnut grip.R. RJay. 5347 posts · Joined 2004. #2 · Jan 11, 2014. The serial number range for all Iver Johnson Model 1900 revolvers, no letter prefix and in all frame sizes, was 1201 thru 23000 in 1901. In .38 S&W, it would be a large frame and also considered a black powder gun, Iver Johnson did not improve the frames for smokeless until 1909.Dec 27, 2010 · Hello, I was hoping that someone could help me correctly date my (once owned by my Grandfather) Iver Johnson Champion .410 shotgun. My endless internet search has produced "zero" results. This gun has no serial number but instead has a four digit alpha code; FUGR. These letters are stamped in three places, behind the trigger guard and twice on ...Iver Johnson Serial Number Lookup. I have 2 Iver Johnson 32. One is Blued - hammerless - m20271. The second is Hammer - chrome - s69091. What year are these pistols roughly and if possible value. Not in great shape, but appear to function mechanically at least.Here is the generally accepted serial date range for the Iver Johnson Champion Shotgun. I believe it originated from Bill Goforth, who was the resident expert of Iver Johnson's and H&R. All numbers= 1909-1919 1 letter suffix= 1920-1929 2 letters suffix= 1930-1939 All letters= 1940-1956 Unknown= 1971-1975Junior Member. Join Date: January 27, 2011. Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan. Posts: 1. How to determine year of Iver Johnson 22 Sidewinder 50. I received from my father an Iver Johnson 22 cal 8 load Sidewinder Model 50. The serial number is E15834. His memory is going and thinks it was his fathers. He bought it from his step brother.Author: Iver Johnson's Arms & Cycle Works 1871-1993 H&R Arms Company 1871-1986 (due spring 2010) available from www.gunshowbooks.com website; iverjohnsoncollector.x10hosting.comDescription: Iver Johnson Model Trailsman 66 .22 lr Top Break Double Action Revolver. Single and Double Action Top-Break Revolver with Hand Ejection! This Iver Johnson Model Trailsman 66 retains about 85% of its metal finish. There is surface erosion on the right side of the frame. There are a few dots of pinprick surface erosion on the left ...Jun 2, 2023 · R. Medina on October 31, 2020: ttn intnl model 1878 s/n 4751. michael v ventimiglia on October 30, 2020: new england firearms ( N G 001039 ) model r22 ultra mini. Volunteer arms co. on October 29, 2020: 16 gauge serial number is 90524xe what would it be worth and how old is it. Joseph Farrell on October 27, 2020:Part Manufacture Dates and Serial Numbers. The M1 carbine and the single-barrel shotguns have many moving parts because their components are made and assembled independently. Before world war 2, Iver Johnson's arms cycle works produced three models. First Model was produced from 1894 to 1895 and featured a single post-latch system. For the hammerless Model, there was no external hammer ...Make: Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works Model: Model 1900 Target, Large Frame Serial Number: 12839 Year of Manufacture: 1931 Caliber: .22 Short, Long & Long Rifle Action Type: Single and Double Action 9-Shot Revolver with Side Loading Pull-Pin Cylinder Markings: The top of the frame is marked "IJ TARGET MODEL / FITCHBURG, MASS. / MODEL 1900 U.S ...Iver Johnson Rifle Serial Number Lookup. Iver Johnson production dates by serial number Based solely on data collected from Bill Smith's posts on the Wheelmen webpage I have constructed a timeline for Iver Johnson serial numbers. Among the postings on that site, Mr. Smith identified the year of manufacture for several Iver Johnson bicycles ...Iver Johnson production dates by serial number Based solely on data collected from Bill Smith’s posts on the Wheelmen webpage I have constructed a timeline for Iver Johnson serial numbers. Among the postings on that site, Mr. Smith identified the year of manufacture for several Iver Johnson bicycles based on their serial numbers.When it comes to product warranty claims, one of the most crucial pieces of information is the serial number. A serial number serves as a unique identifier for a particular product...The serial # on the bottom of the trigger guard is 4506. I dont know that I will be able to take the grip off to get to that serial#. That one picture is not enough for anyone to give you a value on it, if that is what you are asking for. That number under the grip is important to be able to give a date of manufacture.We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us.Universal's records are long gone, but some information has been collected from serial numbers and configurations of known guns. Serial number range (xxx the last 3 digits if you want) Single spring or dual spring; ... Universal was purchased by Iver Johnson in January 1983 who continued to sell Universal-branded Carbines as late as 1988.Hi Jeff, Sadly there's no real serial number history for the Iver Johnson shotguns. The best that can be done is a rough range of years. The general consensus on the date ranges is this: Dating by serial number....No letters just numbers, 1909 to 1919. One letter and serial number, 1920 to 1929. Two letters and serial number, 1930 to 1939.yes this is an iver Johnson manufactured defender. there are no factory serial number records and several known serial number series. the only dating that can be done is the era of manufacture 1873-1888. Calibers: small frame .22 rimfire, medium frame .32 rimfire, large frame .38 & .41 rimfire; Barrel length and shape: small frame 2 1/16 inches ...The Iver Johnson .22 Supershot is one of my favorite revolvers by this manufacturer. If you remove the grips, you will find the correct serial # preceded by the letter "K". The serial # on the trigger guard should match, but the guard could have been replaced. Your revolver was manufactured in 1932, with approximately 4,900 produced that year.Finding a phone number can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t know where to look. Fortunately, there are a few simple steps you can take to quickly and easily find free lo...Advanced Search; Members; FAQ; Dark Mode; Light Mode; menu ... *IVER JOHNSON SERIAL NUMBERS. Jump to Latest Follow ... I just purchased an Iver Johnson 32 break top today at an estate sale. I removed the grips but don't see a hidden serial number only the number on the bottom of the butt - - 86821Browse Search Ask. Iver Johnson serial number. By Ray, 11 years ago on Iver Johnson. Iver Johnson serial number. 16,665 16.7K. I have a Iver Johnson top break .32 cal. 5 shot. Small frame safety automatic. ... Have an ivor and Johnson with a serial number of 52614 A. Any info would be greatly appreciated. reply share #7. Two Old Dogs.Here is the generally accepted serial date range for the Iver Johnson Champion Shotgun. I believe it originated from Bill Goforth, who was the resident expert of Iver Johnson’s and H&R. All numbers= 1909-1919 1 letter suffix= 1920-1929. A few years back I had a list of manufacturers that made guns for distributors who ordered guns made under ...Without a photograph it is difficult to tell who made the gun but the number you give sounds like an Iver Johnson's. Crescent and Crescent-Davis did not use letter prefixs or sufixes to the serial number. There is no published serial number-year made tables for Iver Johnson shotguns.To determine the age of an Iver Johnson Sealed 8 revolver, you can rely on the revolver’s serial number. By referencing the serial number with available data and resources specific to Iver Johnson firearms, you can approximate the manufacturing date. See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE.From Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works Handguns 1871 - 1978 Chapter 6 Large Frame Safety Automatic Revolver Second Model, Hammerless 1895 - 1908 1904 7th Variation, Serial numbers J33001 - J66500 Standard finish was Nickel, Blued was optional (+.50 to 1.00) above base price (1905 hammerless $7.00)3168 posts · Joined 2003. #6 · Oct 16, 2007. iver johnson's arms & cycle works used the "T" letter code on the 38 caliber large frame second model 'safety automatic hammer revolver' in 1907 and 1908. serial number T8704 was manufactured in 1907. the second set of numbers means at one time in its life this revolver was returned to the factory.This safety was patented by Prospero Donaldo and assigned to Fred Biffar Co. of Chicago. It is number 1,227,531 issued on May 22, 1917. Main serial number location on left side of grip frame grips must be removed to see. VALUE: Iver Johnson manufacture 10% more than U.S. Revolver Co. equivalent.Serial Number Lookup Ruger 10/22 Serial Numbers Ruger 10/22 Serial Number History ... Gun Show Books -- Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works Firearms 1871-19933168 posts · Joined 2003. #5 · Dec 25, 2008. although the iver johnson catalogs do not mention chamber length in anything but the 410 i do know that early 20 gauge shells were 2 1/2 inch in length. i do not know when the 2 3/4 inch 20 gauge was introduced. even if this gun had a 2 3/4 inch chamber it was most likely worth the money to have ...Usually, serial numbers can be found engraved on the back of the watch case. The serial numbers identify the age of the watch. Some watches have the serial numbers on the inside mo...Browse Search Ask. Iver Johnson serial number. By Ray, 11 years ago on Iver Johnson. Iver Johnson serial number. 16,665 16.7K. I have a Iver Johnson top break .32 cal. 5 shot. Small frame safety automatic. ... Have an ivor and Johnson with a serial number of 52614 A. Any info would be greatly appreciated. reply share #7. Two Old Dogs.We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us.Iver Johnson Model 1900 - Serial Number Starts With P. Serial number is P89004 - located on the left side of the revolver handle under the grip. It is a .32 caliber, and has no patent dates on the top of the barrel. On the heel of the grip are patent dates of June 16.96 August 25.96 . The P on the grip is canted slightly and it is possible it ...From 1978 through 1986 the standard barrel band used by Iver Johnson's Arms was a commercial equivalent to the GI barrel bands that preceded those with the bayonet lug. U.S. Army Ordnance had determined this design was superior to the thin bands initially used on GI carbines from beginning of production and into 1944.Iver Johnson models and production dates While I've yet to date your revolver the fact that it's a 4 digit serial number with no prefix would seem to indicate it's fairly early, although it has later model wood grips . Yours is in very nice shape for it's age , whatever it is.RJay. 5347 posts · Joined 2004. #2 · Mar 14, 2009. Hercules as listed should be a model of the Stevens 94 sold by Wards. If listed as Hercules Grade, then it was made by Iver Johnson. No model number under the name is common for the era. Above infomation is from Mr. bgoforth's research.The serial number I found under the left grip is 69922 (checked under a magnifier lamp). No letter designation. It has the single leaf spring under the grips. The pat'd date is apr. 6 86. Pat's pending dates are mar.3.88.Aug.25.96 on the left side of the barrel. On top of the barrel is Iver Johnson's arms & cycle works. Fitchburg mass. u.s.a.Shanghai. 730 posts · Joined 2015. #17 · Jun 10, 2019. I have an Iver Johnson Champion 12 Ga. shotgun that my mother gave me as a 1951 Christmas gift. FIHB is the nearest thing to a serial number it has. It had a price of $13.50 in 1951.During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this firm was one of the most prolific U.S. manufacturers of small, inexpensive handguns. The Model 1900 was made between 1900 and 1947. The years following the American Civil War saw the rise of host of companies that produced small, inexpensive metallic cartridge handguns.It is primarily addressing the serial numbers as related to Iver Johnson shotguns and later numbering sequences. My revolver has no leading letter in the serial number. Actually, no letters at all. In addition, the serial number is on the butt of the gun and not behind the hand grips as in some later revolvers.General Specs: Iver Johnson, Year 1933-35, .410 Gauge, 6lbs 8oz, LOP 14", DAH 2 7/8", DAC 1 3/4". Serial Number: 2218E. In the world of vintage American doubles, the .410 bore has always been highly sought after and costly. Of the big 5 makers, only Ithaca, Parker, and L.C. Smith produced the .410, and then in miniscule numbers.So let's use an example and use the table and to find out its meaning. Our example will be: J35WL3SSA, which will be read this way: J-35-W-L-3-SS-A. The meaning of the code is the following: J - Style - Johnson. 35 - Horsepower - 35 HP. W - Design Feature - Commercial Model. L - Length - 20".Serial number with no letter prefix - DOM 1909 to 1919. Single letter SN - DOM 1920 to 1929. Two letter prefix - DOM 1930 to 1939. All letter SN - DOM 1940 - 1950. Iver Johnson single parts list in the H&D Folsom catalog No. 17 c. 19201 post · Joined 2015. #1 · May 24, 2015. I to have an Iver Johnson 5 shot. Serial Number N 4379. I'm trying to find out the model production year. and any other info I can get on it. I was told it was a .32. Not sure if it is a .32 or a .38. Any help would be greatly appreciated.my grandpa just gave me this iver johnson champion .410, i cant find a serial number on it but it was given to him in the mid 1950s. can anyone help me find the serial #/ date it? ... The serial numbers on my Iver Johnson .410s …Serial numbers for each frame size and model started at 1 and ran to 99,999, then started over again. These were all smooth bore guns. Defender is the most common brand name, but Johnson & Bye also made the same guns under other names, including Eagle, Encore, Eureka, Favorite, Favorite Navy, Lion, Smoker, Old Hickory, …Search this Thread: November 6, 2013, 03:09 PM #1: Spero. Junior Member . Join Date: November 5, 2013. Posts: 7 Irver Johnson .38 S&w 5 shot age. Good morning. ... On each model Iver Johnson started out with serial number 00001 and at 100,000 they would add a alpha letter, such as A00001. If there is a prefix { As stated above by Two old dogs ...Iver Johnson, with some exceptions in the early years, used a serial number which consisted of an assigned letter plus up to 5 digits. Notably, the full serial number normally was only applied on the left side of the frame, under the grips, on most models; the digits of the serial number were also applied to the trigger guard, and occasionally ...Hey I was wondering if anyone could help me find out a little more about this Iver Johnson's 5 shot pistol I just picked up. The Serial Number is C302XX. On the bottom of the grip it has the patent dates of: June 16 96, then Aug XX (worn off), Sept 16 04 then it has patents pending written after. It also has the double posts up top at the break ...Iver Johnson Arms 1977-2012: Models: Serial Numbers & Dates of Manufacture: Receivers & Markings: Parts Brochures, Price Lists, Fliers & Manuals (Downloads) Section V. Parts! NOTICE ! ... Iver Johnson's Arms of Middlesex, NJ inherited the trigger housings used by Plainfield Machine in the 1970's. These were aluminum castings with the outer ...The model 1900 was manufactured from 1900 to 1941. It was offered in three calibers and sizes. .22 cal rimfire (small sized), .32 cal center fire or rimfire ( medium sized), and .38 SW centerfire ( large sized). The serial number is located under the grip panel and might also be found under the trigger guard.Six shot 32 S&W Long Caliber added to large frame in 1931. All smokeless powder rated Model 1900's will have a letter code prefix to the serial number. This letter code prefix will be found on the left side of the grip frame (under the grips). Small frame 7 shot 22 rimfire caliber=D (1909-1917) and A (1918-1941/1942) Medium frame 5 shot 32 S ...Dec 29, 2014 · If the gun has a serial number with no letter prefix, it was made between 1909 and 1919. If the gun has a single letter prefix, it was made between 1920 and 1929. If the gun has a two letter prefix it was made between 1930 and 1939. If the gun has an all letter serial number i was made between 1940 and 1950.I have a top break duel post hammerless .38 cal. with single leaf spring Iver Johnson with serial D 3942 with a small reverse c between the D and 3942. On the side of the butt, is the number 1333. It has the markings on the top of the barrel Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works, Fitchburg, Mass. USA pad'd April 6, 86 Feb 16, 87 Mar 10, 87 Mar 13, 88 ...Iver Johnson Arms was founded in Fitchburg, Massachusetts in 1883. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this firm was one of the most prolific U.S. manufacturers of small, inexpensive handguns. The Model 1900 was made between 1900 and 1947.the serial numbers for first model small frame 32 S&W hammer. 1894= serial number on left side of grip frame no letter code 01-99,999. 1895= serial number on bottom of butt no letter code 01-99,9999. 1896= serial number on bottom of butt A letter code A01-A50,000. 1896= serial number on left side of grip A letter code A50,001-A99,999.Iver Johnson production dates by serial number Based solely on data collected from Bill Smith’s posts on the Wheelmen webpage I have constructed a timeline for Iver Johnson serial numbers. Among the postings on that site, Mr. Smith identified the year of manufacture for several Iver Johnson bicycles based on their serial numbers.In 1899, Iver Johnson released the 2nd Model 1st Variation, which eliminated the separate hammer shroud which yours has. In 1900-1902 they released the 2nd Model 2nd Variation which had the patent dates stamped the side of the barrel. Bill Goforth's book stated the serial number range for 1897 was B00001-B100000, and B00001-B50000 for 1898.Iver Johnson pistols can vary in value depending on factors such as age, condition, and model rarity. The worth of an Iver Johnson pistol can range anywhere from around $100 to several thousand dollars. ... is advisable to consult reference books, online forums, or consult with experts who can help identify unique markings, serial numbers, or ...octagon barrel indicates a first model. iver johnson sealed 8 serial number M 8600 was manuufactured in 1939. I.J. TARGET SEALED 8 FIRST MODEL (LARGE FRAME OCTAGON BARREL) -----1932-1941 This revolver is the first major improvement of the solid frame double action model since its introduction in 1900.Shrek73. 1848 posts · Joined 2013. #2 · Apr 5, 2019. Based on the information you provided, you have an Model 55A Variation 1 made between 1963 - 1974. You will not get a closer year of manufacture for the later Iver Johnson's. The front eight should be a half moon style sight.To identify an Iver Johnson revolver, look for the company’s name or logo on the firearm, usually engraved on the frame or grip. Additionally, check for the serial number, as it can help determine the model and manufacture date. See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE. 2.The only stampings I can find is the Iver Johnson’s Arm Fitchburg, MA, U.S.A. and the Serial Number “B31189” above and slighly in front of the right side trigger guard. The gun came with and has been fired with “.32 S&W” i.e. short rounds.A serial number is just one way to identify a gun. It must also have other identifying information engraved on it, including: Name of the manufacturer. Country of origin. Gun's model designation, if applicable. Gauge or caliber of the firearm. Identifying importer information, including city or state.Iver Johnson production dates by serial number Based solely on data collected from Bill Smith’s posts on the Wheelmen webpage I have constructed a timeline for Iver Johnson serial numbers. Among the postings on that site, Mr. Smith identified the year of manufacture for several Iver Johnson bicycles based on their serial numbers.. I then read on the internet that Iver Johnson FlysAlot. 7521 posts · Joined 2003. #2 · Oct 5, 2023. the model 190 1852 posts · Joined 2013. #2 · Aug 12, 2020. It was made in 1915, and as you may have read, it is a black powder frame. It is not safe for modern smokeless ammunition. The US Revolvers were sold by Iver Johnson thru the mail using surplus 2nd Model Safety Automatic frames once the converted to the 3rd Model in 1909.Iver Johnson Serial Number Decoder Serial Number Lookup For Iphone Iver Johnson Champion Serial Number Lookup By Name 20 GA, Blue, SerNo-92837. On Aug 29, 2020. SERIAL NUMBER 32585 BARREL 30#x27 CALIBER 12GA, Unique ring trigger opener action marked on left side#x27IVER JOHNSON ARMS AND. Iver Johnson models and production dates While I&# The patent dates are April 6, 1886, February 15, 1887, May 10, 1887, March 13, 1888, and August 25, 1896. This revolver is chambered for the .32 S& W Black Powder cartridge and is not considered safe to use with modern ammunition. .32 S & W Black Powder Cartridges are available from: [Broken link] Retail value for a gun in the condition shown ... Actually, the Iver Johnson Mdl X rifle that th...
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