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Serial Numbers

Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2014 12:49 pm
by blindduck2
Hello to all.
I'm interested in a C grade, serial # 33915. The limited information I have indicates the year of manufacture was 1930. Since Savage Arms took over in Nov. 1929 would the gun be classified as a A.H. Fox or a A.H. Fox manufactured for Savage Arms?????? I guess I'm thinking of any affect on purchase or resell value. Any thoughts?

Re: Serial Numbers

Posted: Mon Jan 13, 2014 2:08 pm
by fox-admin
Normally Savage Arms produced guns are of the same quality as late Philly guns. Wood quality suffered in the later years.
Savage produced guns are not as sought after as Philly guns by collectors, but condition is the most important consideration when valuing a collectible gun.

Re: Serial Numbers

Posted: Tue Jan 14, 2014 11:14 am
by blindduck2
Thanks for the info. Fox-Adm. Think I better try to find one with a younger birthdate.