Well it's not that easy for Remington's you should start with the Remington Society of America, sign up for the forum and ask questions. http://remingtonsociety.com/forums/
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Cars older than 1970 do not have VIN numbers. ?æThey have serial numbers. ?æThe serial number is stamped on a plate to the firewall on the passenger side.
Only if your a cop you can acess computer databases about the serial numbers of weapons(lol i watch CSI NY)
A number of factors determine the value of a rifle. One fact or factor, in this case, is that the rifles have consecutive serial numbers and that increases the value to some. Other factors are; how low are the serial numbers, pre-war manufacture or date of manufacture, condition of the firearm, appearance, condition of the wood, sights, saddlering carbine model. Determine your items serial numbers and then research the date of manufacture specific to the numbers. That will help. Go online and research auction prices for similar items. Get review from a gunsmith as to such factors. Watch fingerprints and keep it clean and oiled, and safe. Gry
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In most cases the best place to start when trying to determine the history of your firearm via serial number is to contact the manufacturer. In most cases they will be happy to help you, or direct you to someone who can.
Unless you provide the model, your question is almost impossible to answer. If you don't want to, go to Proofhouse.com and research the Colt serial numbers.
Visit the Remington Society of America. http://www.remingtonsociety.com That's your best bet.
The only way to find out how old a Bretta automatic pistol with the serial number 605222 is to call the company. There is not a listing for Bretta's by serial numbers online.
By downloading serial numbers I assume you mean a list of years and serial numbers? And for the record, only John Deere dealers have this capability to ensure that serial numbers are not forged or altered.
The serial numbers on the back of a watch are there for the customer to know that the watch is real. The serial numbers can be looked up at the retailers.
You can find serial numbers on Proofhouse.com. What it is worth will depend on condition and exact configuration. Value range from a few hundred to a thousand or so USD.