4c30fd4a56 View this discussion about Iver Johnson 410 in the Numrich Gun Parts . In 1871, Johnson and his partner, Martin Bye, started a small business repairing and selling firearms. Iver Johnson revolvers were usually chambered in .22, .32, or .38 caliber. Iver Johnson was a prolific gun manufacturer in the late 1800s and early 1900s, and his revolvers are prized by collectors today. What is value and manufacture date of an Iver Johnsons and Arms & Cycle Works 12 gauge, single shot, serial number - Answered by a verified Firearms Expert. Felt like painted barrel, and definitely a painted receiver rather than case hardened. Anyone have any info on where to find manufacture date of Iver Johnson Supershot 22 caliber revolvers based on serial number ? Required fields are marked *. Iver Johnson worked in a variety of jobs in his youth, including as a farmhand, a machinist, and a gunsmith. How do I care for an Iver Johnson revolver? To date a Iver Johnson revolver, first locate the serial number on the underside of the barrel. All it has to say is that before 1925 the word CHAMPION was stamped above all other markings and after 1925 the word CHAMPION was below all other markings. The guns are produced up to date. Remember, the serial number only tells when the gun was MADE, and not when it SOLD! I am old (and still married to his daughter) but he was born very early in the 1900s. John hit the nail on the head - start a new thread. Smith & Wesson 32, and an Iver Johnson .22Smith & Wesson 32, and an Iver Johnson .22 Caliber Revolver, c. 19th/20th century, a Smith & Wesson five-shot revolver, serial number 32233 with hard rubber *Iver Johnson Safety Hammerless Revolver*Iver Johnson Safety Hammerless Revolver PLUS Harrington & Richardson Model '04 Revolver 1) .32 cal. They are also popular among shooters because of their simple design and reliability. The Iver Johnson SuperShot series of break top revolvers were intended to compete with the Harrington Richardson Mdl Sportsman 999 revolvers. It suffered from lack of maintenance but cleaned up nicely and after a through lubrication seemed to function well. I own an Iver Johnston single shot 410 with the wording Champion etched in the metal on one side of the gun. Finally, consult the chart to determine the number of the revolver produced that year. A prime condition example (rare) that appears to have come out of the factory yesterday afternoon might bring as much as $125 at auction while a rusty metal, rotten or broken wood and missing parts piece of junk fit only for parts salvage or as a whiskey still stirring stick might fetch as little a $10. In 1977 Iver Johnsons Arms took over the Plainfield Machine production lines and continued to produce carbines in the name of Plainfield Machine. So I am assuming it was made somewhere between 1909 and 1919. Iver Johnson's Arms and Cycle works was formed under that name in 1891 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. A prime condition example (rare) that appears to have come out of the factory yesterday afternoon might bring as much as 125 at auction while a rusty metal, rotten or broken wood and missing parts piece of junk fit only for parts salvage or as a whiskey still stirring stick might fetch as little a 10. (This Image is Too Large to Be Displayed Within the Post. Bill. Ever since our resident Iver Johnson expert, Mr. Bill Goforth passed any information on Iver Johnson shotguns it is anyones guess. The MI carbines were produced from 1975 to 1978. Thanks for any insight you might have! Serial #: I eye 45320 (stamped on the frame under the left grip, owls facing in, and on the inside of the trigger gaurd) If you have an Iver Johnson revolver, it is a valuable piece of American history. The only distinction between the D-Day Commemorative carbines and the normal Iver Johnson M1 Carbines was the stock and the things supplied with the D-Day Commemorative that were not available with any other carbine. The three models produced were: First Model The GI model Second Model The Paratrooper (telescoping stock) The Enforcer (pistol grip). If you come across an Iver Johnson shotgun with letters where the numbers should be, you can use the code above to decipher the real serial number. The most common Iver Johnson revolver is the Safety Automatic model, which was produced in large numbers from 1894 to 1941. Welcome to TFF, really not much to decode. I have Iver Johnson ( says H.Pieper on it ) serial# 26817 However, you should avoid using +P or +P+ ammunition, as it can damage the gun. Take the barrel loose before using solvents to avoid damage to the wood finish. Date of production is between 1909 1919. With a little bit of research, you can narrow down the date of your Iver Johnson revolver and add another piece of history to your collection. The AA prefix represents the military and paratrooper model with a blued steel finish. Jan 4, 2021. 24kt Gold Plated 1911 Pistol "UNVEILING" 6" IVER JOHNSON Masterpiece 10mm WEAPONS EDUCATION. The police department will run the guns serial number through the FBIs NCIC database, which records all stolen guns reported in every state. The gun had hardly been used. these forums and if you search the shotgun and handgun . There's just something in me that wants to be able to reload my own ammunition for all of my guns even if I shoot store bought ammo. What does that mean? The AAserial numberswere recorded between the years 1978 to 1992. 1930 1939: Arabic numerals plus two alphabetic letters suffixed The Iver Johnson SuperShot revolver was modified in the mid-50's to include a smooth cylinder, and pear shaped barrel profile and became the Mdl. An Iver Johnson bicycle is on display at the Smithsonian Institutions National Museum of American History in the America on the Move exhibit. In the early 1980s, when the business was still based in New Jersey, it appeared to have experimented with and begun manufacturing an M1 Carbine chambered for the.30 M1 Short cartridge for export to France. Actually, this is why I asked you about what is written on the left flank of the barrel, because the Champion (model 822, or later model 855) is stamped with the model number near the barrel hinge. And has a coil spring. Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. I am hoping you could clarify the age of this gun for me before I give someone the wrong information when they try to fire it. The lettered Serial Number Decoder literally spells out the name of the town. Finally, consult the chart to determine the number of the revolver produced that year. Iver Johnson was a U.S. firearms, bicycle, and motorcycle manufacturer from 1871 to 1993. I have a Iver Johnsons Arms & Cycle Works Champion 410. I think it is full choke. Iver Johnson did make Excels that sold at Montgomery Ward, but also made the same model engraved as Western Field for Montgomery Ward. John Click to expand. The 12 month average price is $735.83 new and $231.46 used. A more important issue is what exact SuperShot "single shot" revolver variation do you have since there are two different variations, the Champion, the Model 36 Trigger cocker. Can you help me determine the actual serial number, date, and perhaps the value? On the top of the barrel it is identified as 12 GA CHOKE No, The Iver johnson arms cycle works company was liquidated in 1993; in 2006, the name was sold. 1920 1929: Arabic numerals plus a single alphabetic letter suffixed The company shared the same name as its founder, Norwegian-born Iver Johnson (1841-1895). Iver Johnson Decoder Serial 256466 And. Few receivers with the markings of Iver Johnson over New Jersey have been observed among the M1 carbines manufactured in AR by both Iver Johnson Arms cycle works and AMAC. Iver Johnson Safety Automatic in .38. You can view Resources from the gun manufacturers online directory of many websites. The ES Serial represents a 5.7 mm Johnson with a stainless steel finish. Click Link to View), FC309E4D-C63B-496A-AD4C-4D1BFD313E40.jpeg, DDCB26E6-8F99-436D-B930-9DBA52CD462F.jpeg, Scopes, Sights, Rings, Mounts & Other Optics. IVER JOHNSON'S ARMS & CYCLE WORKS FITCHBURG. Call the gun manufacturer or go to the manufacturers website to access their online search tool. My first deer at the age of 45 I joined the deer hunting fraternity a little late, but the desire to hunt has always been there. In fact they are quite similar. I just bought a Champion 12 gauge stamped CB on the bottom receiver tang behind trigger guard, and again on the side of the barrel lug. Page 64 shows proof marks come from 1897-1898 model, but Serial Number Charts (pages 53 and 62) show this as a 1900 model. Pictures inserted. Iver Johnson revolvers can be dated by their serial numbers, which are typically found on the underside of the barrel. Location. The serial number is 4671. There are markings other than serial numbers that will tell when one was made but my reference does not list them. They made in excess of 5 million revolvers between 1871 and 1917, more than Colt, Smith and Wesson and Remington combined. The search tool will display that information if that gun is reported stolen. Double post, five shot. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. In good mechanical shape, cylinder does lock up (doesnt spin freely) when closed. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. F1 I2 T3 C4 H5 B6 U7 R8 G9 Ive read that X 0 (zero) This defines your serial number as 1474 According to another source, the lettered guns were made from 1939-1957. . 1901 with an Iver Johnson .32 caliber Safety Automatic revolver (serial number 463344). There are markings other than serial numbers that will tell when one was made but my reference does not list them. All letter. For the motors made between 1999 and 2001 we will be using this table to decode the serial number. I have an Iver Johnson, not even sure of the gauge but, I took it apart to possibly refinish it. Now that I'm home I can show you the two I have. This would be made clear if you would provide a photo, including a close up view of the markings on the left flank of the barrel. To date a Iver Johnson revolver, first locate the serial number on the underside of the barrel. Cased number A49065-----See Johnson, Iver Johnson, Bye & Co. Iver Johnson Arms Co. Iver Johnson Arms Works Topbreaks (Safety Hammer) .32 cal. 88 sidelock double gun. Lets dive into it. There are a number of variations of Iver Johnson SuperShot revolvers and it would help your quest if you provided a more detailed description of your revolver, and/or a good photo. Unfortunately, the IJ Mdl 834 should be capable of BOTH single and double action function and you stated earlier that it was a single shot. The name of Plainfield Machine was then changed to Iver Johnsons Arms. Receivers meant for export to France were marked with the caliber and serial numbered with an FF prefix. Not all knowledge resides on the net. Thanks again Bill Typically the serial number can be found on the handle, barrel rib,trigger guard, or receiver. Sirhan Sirhan shot and killed Presidential candidate United States SenatorRobert F. Kennedy in Los Angeles, California on 5 June 1968 with an eight-shot Iver Johnson .22 caliber Cadet 55-A revolver (serial number H-53725, Trial-People's Exhibit #6, misidentified in trial testimony as S/N H-18602). BA Prefix. Many of these revolvers are still in use today. I have an EXCEL 12ga single shot Ser#34577XG I believe Probably made around 1922 according to the information available in Vorisks book. I am trying to determine the year it was made. The model number will identify the year and certain details of that motor. One Internet expert says that any serial # starting with the letter G or higher is version 3 post-1909 smokeless, but will never have a free-spinning cylinder Mine is higher than G but spins freely. Your serial number should have an L prefix and the number seems to place it's date of manufacture as 1936 (L13651 - L14900) HTH The only markings I see are that I guess that you want to know whether it can be tracked. Iver Johnson 410 Serial Number. 1940 1957: all alphabetic characters only using Fitchburg and X corresponding to 1 through zero. I don't know enough about them so maybe that's why I'm so confused on this one. Should You Use Loctite to Mount a Scope: Check Right Now! On the top of the barrel rib there is a serial number, which usually doesn't begins with a letter code but sometimes does. Sometimes taking parts from one brand and fitting them to the acquired parts often these were used to fill Hardware" gun contractslike a manufacturer making guns for Sears with the JC Higgins name stamped on it(or anyone of a 100 other store names) Over the years i have found a number of utility grade entry level product made ffrom a mix of parts..the grips you discribe being on the wrong brand may even be an example of that. Numrich Gun Parts Corporation Melvin Johnson, who also developed the M1941 Johnson Machine Gun and the 1940 Johnson Rifle, created the 5.7mm Johnson cartridge as a wildcat. The forearm wood was fatter on the right side, and the plastic hinge plate on the forearm consequently was offset from the receiver. The serial number will tell you your firearm's history and when it was made. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! The serial number can be found in many different locations. JavaScript is disabled. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. ", Those are grips from a similar Harrington & Richardson topbreak revolver, If those grips are on a Iver Johnson revolver, someone needed grips and dug around until the found a usable set and retro-fitted them to the gun. Iver Johnson was a US-based firearms manufacturer that produced a wide range of firearms, including revolvers. Heres a link to an article that may be of help in identifying whether your revolver was manufactured to be fired with black powder or smokeless. Proof marks read: IVER JOHNSON ARMS & CYCLE WORKS FITCHBURG MASS USA PAT'D. APR.686.FEB.1587MAY10.87AUG.2596.PAT'S.PENDING The serial number on left grip is A 1139. MASS.U.S.A. We hope you have got it right. Iver Johnson arms cycle works began selling stainless steel carbines in 1978, two years after they acquired Plainfield Machine. This would make it a New Model Champion manufactured in the first years of production, 1908 1909. iver johnson champion ser, number 111 f what is the year ? thankyou very much joe. When our resident Iver Johnson's Arms & Cycle Works expert Bill Goforth passed most of our information about Iver Johnson Champion shotgun markings was lost. There is no caliber stamping on it anywhere and the stamping on top of the barrel says * iver johnson's arms & cycle works*. If the gun has an all-letter serial number, it was made between 1940 and 1950. I have a 16g Champion serial 8404 (RCXC), any idea what the numbers stand for and when it was made? After a good scrubbing, the bore is mirror shiny, and the choked bore measured roughly .690 at the muzzle for a rather tight full choke. Iver Johnson#39s most successful years in producing hundreds of thousands of inexpensive revolvers, shotguns, bicycles, etc. The gun's serial number indicates it was from the first year of production- 1894 or 95 . Iver Johnson revolvers are well-made and reliable firearms. Website by Hudson. No need to be fancy, just an overview. For example, a revolver with the serial number 1234 would have been manufactured in 1812 and would be the 34th revolver produced that year. my brother in law passing left me a IJ 32 revolver with 3 inch barrel and holds 5 cartridges. Do Scope Rings Affect Accuracy: Top 6 Mounting Secrets Revealed. The EA designation represented the blued steel Carbines and chambered for the 5.7mm Johnson. I have a Ivey Johnson Champion 20 GA single barrel shotgun passed on to me from my father who was 95 when he die in 2007. There are numerous numbers stamped elsewhere on a couple parts. Reactions. And heres to the memory of Mr. Goforth- I can tell from past posts that he was a friend and a detail-oriented gentleman! Iver johnsons arms cycle worksbegan the production of firearms in 1894, and since then, they have produced over 500,000 firearms. Wikipedia says version 3 post-1909 smokeless have double-latch top breaks Mine is single latch. The new firm was renamed Squires Bingham International, initially founded in 1973. Thank you. Somewhere I remember that there was a publisher listed for Bill Goforths research but I cant find that information right now. Definitely not metal. Thank you for the response. Serial Number under the grip is T11589. Because of its thickness, it prevents identity theft by thieves who try to grind down the cards. The 5.7mm cartridge fires a.222 caliber bullet housed in a. Message. I was just given an EXCEL 12ga single shot Ser#34577XG I believe Hell! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Johnson's serial numbers consisted of a variety of different formats over the years, including all numbers, numbers with a letter (or two) as a prefix and even all letters. I recently purchased what I believe to be a 3rd model IJ 38 S&W top break. The bore of the Champion model i bought at auction this month looked nice and shiny after only a swabbing with a brake cleaner. Heres a link to an article on the 32. https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/gun-revieww-iver-johnson-32-sw/. Any ballpark info as to the date of manufacture The letter-code jumble is actually the name of the town in which the plant was located, FITCHBURG, with the letters standing for 1 through 9. The serial # is H7254. ), it actually has meaning. (Not sure.) This bicycle is not a 1000LT and it matches the 1988 catalog configuration and color. URTB would translate to 7836. The Iver johnson firearms started production in 1867; in 1894, Iver purchased a bicycle shop in Fitchburg and changed the company name to Iver Johnsons Arms Cycle Works. Thanks. If IJ guns are your passionyou might want to check out the late Bill Goforth's book on IJ from www.gunshowbooks.com title IVER JOHNSON Arms & Cycle Works Firearms 1871 - 1993, I also checked the late Joe Vorisek book on the IJ firearms..one list he published shows G33XXXX as being used in 1918 and the other number in 1923 This is for the 3rd model exposed hammer with specific markings as to maker and patent dates but these serial numbers and dates are for the .32 cal chambering..there are dozens of pages of such data, so all I asked for is needed..if you would like to have this book it can be had from Abby at www.cornellpubs.com and it is b Joseph T. Vorisek and is titled A Short Illustrated History of Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Worksbeside his personal observations, this is compiled(mostly) of factory catalogs and factory records..it is fairly inexpensive as it is a photo copy reproduction authorized by the estate of Mr Vorisek. Its an Iver Johnson. The Iver Johnson SuperShot Mdl 834 (pre-war) revolver should be an 8 shot pistol with a ribbed barrel, fluted cylinder and adjustable finger rest. Any help. Jul 12, 2010. Another Expert says versions 1 & 2 (black powder) have Patent Pending dates stamped on top of the barrel rib underneath the Iver Johnsons Arms & Cycle Works. Mine says Iver Johnsons Arms & Cycle Works on top, and Fitchburgh Mass, USA under it, but no Patent Pending stamps. I'm guessing this was made around early 1900s from the Iver Johnson Arms and Cycle Works. If anyone can tell me manufacture date and any other information I would appreciate it. Can I get a Mfg. [21] Just like toaster manufacturers. (I wish Shrek would share some pics of his treasures. Model 1, First Model or Old Model. From the hip, my Iver Arch Truss is serial 256466 and is considered to be 1915ish. Having a serial number on a firearm is very crucial. If the serial number is in line with the rest that would make the gun from 1910. Numrich Gun Parts acquired receivers with these markings during a bankruptcy auction held by Iver Johnson. I dont want to know the date of manufacture, dont give a damn, and not dumb enough to ask after reading 3 dozen unanswered inquiries. Thought it might have been my great grandfathers. 25.The company shared the same name as its founder, Norwegian-born Iver Johnson (18411895). I just bough a Iver and Johnsons hammerless 32 Pistol serial# 53852 I have a simlar question as to the ammo to use and a manufacturing date. Serial number is 18906, no letters. This rifles components were identical to those of the iver Johnson M1 Rifles. Jacksonville, Ar AA44763(1983) To AA64781(1986). Saw a bunch of them. Were long before the federal requirements for consistent serial numbers (Gun Control Act of 1968) so serial numbers were for factory use and inventory control only.generally they reflect parts runs for a specific. Thanks. The only markings I see are that ser# on the bottom behind the trigger The Iver Johnson revolver is available in a variety of calibers and styles, making it a versatile option for self-defense, target shooting, or plinking. Middle sex, New Jersey - BA00001 (1978) To BA05567 (1981). But after a good scrubbing with a brass brush, especially in the chamber and forcing cone, i swabbed out a lot of dark brown residue, and the bore looked like a mirror. Watch on. Iver Johnson revolvers are typically more affordable than other collectible revolvers, making them a good option for budget-minded collectors.Advertisementsif(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'grimwarrior_com-medrectangle-1','ezslot_14',103,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-grimwarrior_com-medrectangle-1-0');report this ad. Iver Johnson revolvers are popular among collectors because of their low cost and wide availability. I think that as I remember this gun that belonged to my father-in-law was in his hands as I walked down the aisle when I wed his daughter after the wedding He gave this relic and said Good Luck Son. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Not sure what this means until I see it but the price is around 100.00. I have reason to believe this may have been my Grandfathers gun who lived in Illinois and was killed before I was born 1942. Thanks Zeke- I see the problem. Warwick Vermont J900001 to J900127 in 2007. The A suffix indicates they were surplus obtained from New Jersey and sold by Jacksonville, AR. I have a shotgun that is engraved with Iver Johnsons, Arms and Cycle Works, Fitchburg, Mass USA Champion on left side and on the underneath behind the trigger guard it has engraved 8653C. 30-caliber carbine. . Having cleaned it up I took it to the trap range and after a feeling out round I was left with the impression it was shooting straight but very low. I am reading the serial number from the bottom of the trigger guard on a photo of the gun. Conclusions about the specific year in which a particular number was manufactured are left for the reader to decide. 1909 1919: all Arabic numerals Your code lists a number for each letter but X. Update. Iver Johnson was by far the most prolific producer of handguns in the pre WWI era. The gun has a ribbed barrel which is what piqued my interest. Do you know how to tell when your gun was made? Anatomy of an Officers Defense in a High-Profile Shooting Pt. Iver Johnson made only . Im trying to see if its safe to fire smokeless cartridges, but have found conflicting info everywhere I look. John, your IJ .410 with its one-letter suffix on its serial number indicates a date of manufacture between 1920 1929. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Hope you found this helpful, if not a little late to the party. It is suitable for home defense, concealed carry, trail, and recreational shooting. Serial number 2964C. It was junk. To comply with regulations set forth by the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) Bureau, firearm gun values must be a minimum of.003 in (0.07620 mm) deep. The case was reduced by 1.25mm, but the cartridge was identical in size to the.30 Carbine M1. 5,889. These companies made guns..then dissolved or were acquired by other such manufacturers. The gun Leon Czolgosz used to . Model M5 (EA serial number) and Model ES (s/n) are both available, with the former having a blued finish and the latter being made of stainless steel. The serial # under the grip is Thanks View attachment 119624 View attachment 119625 View attachment 119626 View attachment 119627. Even worse, the hinge pin appeared to be plastic or some sort of polymer. The J letter prefix serial represents M1 carbines with a blue steel finish. According to a post from Bill J I stand corrected. Iver Johnson was an American firearms, bicycle, and motorcycle manufacturer from 1871 to 1993. Write something about yourself. I would say the condition is average with no rust and the wood stock, etc. FWIW, It the prime of this type of inexpensive revolver, there were many companies producing the same basic gun. The serial number runs from BS00001 through BS00306 (1980). A quick trip to the Wheelmen site provided quite a bit of Iver Johnson serial number information. I have an Iver Johnson 30 revolver serial number on the bottom of the frame - 13442. Thanks. Iver Johnson Date Of Manufacture Serial Number Decoder Literally. Is it possible to have a post-1909 I serial # smokeless model 3, with both a free-spinning cylinder and single latch top-break? The company was founded in 1871 and went out of business in the mid-20th century. Have seen discussions on SN locations and different numbers on the bottom of the trigger guard versus under the left grip covering. Knowing the code, shouldnt a serial letter of BHFI become 6512? You can search online for checking firearm serial numbers in your state or go directly to the police department. After the company was liquidated in 1993, In 2006, the name was sold to Iver Johnson Arms Incorporated in Florida as a manufacturer and importer of firearms (from manufacturers based in the Philippines, Turkey, and Belgium), including 1911-style semi-automatic pistols unrelated to the old Iver Johnson lines. The second one is G75985. The company also produced a number of innovative designs, including the safety automatic revolver, which had a device that prevented the gun from firing if it was not in the correct position. Goforth's book shows the G serial prefix used on top-break hammer model .38s in. Goforth book. Based on that I changed my mount to get the gun shooting higher and managed a 23 on the next round. The revolver I mentioned (G75985) is a strange one- It has flat hammer spring, the barrel has be cut shorter and recrowned ( front sight sits over letters on top rib) and the grips are not owl head ( they have a square with a two circle bulleye target with 5 bullet holes in it) Do you know anything about those grips? I am looking for a Fore End Iron, Fore End Barrel Sub and For End Catch. Middlesex New trip DD00001 to DD09977 in 1980. As for value my recent book on gun values lists the Iver Johnson Champion in good to excellent condition from $100 to $290. "Those who hammer their guns into plows, will plow for those who do not.". I have parts of the lock and the barrels. I do know yours is a smokeless powder frame (3rd Model) and beyond that I'm at a loss. So there you have it. . Thats as close as can be determined as there are no serial number records. F1 I2 T3 C4 H5 B6 U7 R8 G9 Ive read that X 0 (zero) This defines your serial number as 1474 According to another source, the lettered guns were made from 1939-1957. Grimwarrior.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising & linking to amazon.com. Total production from 1894 to 1896 was 250000 guns. The prefix was recorded on Iver Johnson arms in Jacksonville, Ar, from 1985 to 1986. Any help, I have champion 12 ga serial urtb. If your Enforcer has a Bs serial number, it has a stainless steel finish. 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