How to determine original branch of issue.

[SUB VET II]

Is it possible to determine original branch of issue by serial number?

[John Beard]

Yes, if an SRS record exists. Otherwise, you're mostly out of luck.

J.B.

[SUB VET II]

Thanks John: Excuse my ignorance; but what is an "SRS Record"?

[Rick the Librarian]

Springfield Research Service maintains records on about 5-7% of U.S. military weapons. They are "snapshots" and only show where a weapon was at a certain point in time. In many cases, they are receipts showing who bought National Match and NRA Sporters, as well as a few other special types.

[SUB VET II]

Thanks Rick. Was just wondering to what service this rifle was issued to when it was new.

[TDP0311]

Sub Vet, post some pictures of your rifle- it may be able to help some of the experts on here to give you a good idea as to likelihoods.

[SUB VET II]

Sorry TPD 0311; No photo capability. Still using my Nikon that I brought back from Nam. in 67.

[Jeff L]

Post the serial number here and someone could probably look it up for you.

[SUB VET II]

Thanks Jeff. Will post a request for an SRS Ck. Thanks again.