The links below will help you find your manufacture date by Serial Number. BENJAMIN & SHERIDAN PRODUCT DATES OF MANUFACTURE CROSMAN.
I've read some older threads about Sheridan serial numbers and production numbers that are inconclusive. There seems to be some good information on Crosman's website could be useful to paintballers. From Crosman's website: 'In 1991 Crosman Corporation acquired Benjamin and Sheridan. In 1992 the manufacturing facility was moved to the East Bloomfield plant in Upstate New York. In the same year Crosman instituted the serial numbering procedure which included a date of manufacture as part of the serial number. Prior to 1975 you are not able to determine the date of manufacture by the serial number.
Prior to 1992 we have information that, while missing some years, may be helpful to you in determining the age of your gun. If your gun was manufactured in or after the year 1992 then the first 3 or 4 digits of the serial number will allow you to determine when your gun was manufactured. If the first 3 or 4 digits of your serial number are 1294 or D94, then your gun was made in December of 1994. The charts below will help you determine when your product was manufactured.' There are charts that follow that show years and serial number ranges for pellet guns made by Sheridan prior to 1992. The interesting thing is that the serial numbers follow the same pattern as the markings found on Sheridan paintball markers: a letter (or no letter that seems to be indicate model, followed by 4-6 numbers.
In Crosman's charts the numbers appear to be sequential and can be used to determine the year of production. I purpose that serial numbers on Sheridan paintball markers follow the same protocol that the rest of Sheridan's products of the era did. This means sequential serial numbers with the first digit being a model designation: A - bolt action k-series B - pump action k-series I - PMI I Without hard data from Crosman, who may not even have the specifics, the breakoff points year-to-year would be hard to determine. Even if we knew exactly when each marker was purchased we have no way of knowing how long they sat on the shelf or in a warehouse.
The markers produced after Crosman acquired Sheridan are much easier to date. Typically nine characters with the first three corresponding to month and year(MYY) of manufacture. The first 9 months of the year are 1-9 and Oct, Nov, Dec are O, N, D). Beyond those first three digits it is purely speculation at this point, though I believe the fourth digit may have significance as well.
I am leaning towards configuration, such as country of sale, or revision number. My PGP serial number is D064544, so going by this information that would mean my is a December 2006 model, correct? Mine doesn't fit the '9 digit serial number' though, so is mine that early or does it falls under 'non typically'?
This article needs additional citations for. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. ( November 2015) Sheridan Products Inc.
Was an American manufacturing company. It was purchased by the in 1977, and later purchased by in 1994. Company history Sheridan Products Inc. Was formed to produce Pneumatic Air Pellet Rifles with production beginning in March 1947. In the early 1940s Co-founder Ed Wackerhagen, dissatisfied with a pellet gun used by his son, set out to build one of the finest airguns in history. The design was to incorporate the philosophy: 'performance is the sum total of many small functions who's combined result must spell 'Bulls-eye' It was to be called the Model A, also known as the Super Grade. This gun was to fill the gap between the 'BB' gun and the.22.
A successful prototype was produced in mid-1944, and in 1945 in partnership with I.R. 'Bob' Kraus, Sheridan Products, Inc. The name Sheridan was reputedly in honor of the Civil War's General. The Sheridan Model A 'Super Grade' was introduced in 1947 and is considered one of the finest Air rifles ever produced. Unfortunately its high cost (MSRP $56.50), translated to very slow sales.
Within a year, it was decided that a cheaper model was needed, and in 1948 the Model B 'Sporter' was born. Designed to be less expensive than the Model A, it had a MSRP of $35 when introduced. Apparently the price point of the Model B was still too high, and sales continue to be slow on both rifles, which was of great concern to the newly formed Sheridan Company. It was quickly realized that for the company to survive, a much cheaper to produce model must be designed. This philosophy gave rise to the last Sheridan model, the Model C 'Streak' introduced in 1949.
Its MSRP at introduction was $19.95 and was selling for $23.95 by 1950. This is the model that ushered Sheridan Products Inc. Into profitability. The Model C Silver and Blue Streaks are the pellet rifles that Sheridan is primarily known for, since the Model A's and B's are relatively scarce. Sheridan manufactured the Model C Streaks for 27 years before being bought out by the Benjamin Air Rifle company in 1976 and ending the original run of Sheridan produce Streaks. Many small changes were made to the Streaks during its 27-year run, providing collectors many different varieties. Sheridan was purchased by the in 1977.
That company was purchased by in 1994. Products All Sheridan air rifles Model A, B, and C are multi-pump, single shot, bolt action, breech-loading, and.20 (5mm) caliber. Muzzle velocity figures are for Sheridan´s standard weight pellets of 14.3 grains.) Model A (Super) (1947–1953) Total Production: 2130 Velocity: Variable to 700 fps.
With a large cast and machined aluminum receiver, bronzed barrel and pump tube, walnut stock with Monte Carlo cheek-piece, ball-type valve mechanism, adjustable trigger, and peep sight. It weighed 5 pounds 14 ounces, stretched 37 inches overall, with a 20-inch barrel with one turn in 12 inches. Model B (Sporter) (1948–1951) Total Production: 1051 Velocity: Variable to 700 fps Designed to be less expensive than the Model A (Super) Using the same gun, but without the cheek-piece, a revision of soldered ventilated rib type barrel, less expensive paint finish and various slight changes it was to be a cheaper alternative to the slow selling Model A. MSRP $35 when introduced, $42.50 when production stopped. Model C (Streak) (1949–1976) Total Production: Unknown. Velocity: Variable to 700 fps. Designed to be less costly to produce than the Model A (Super) and the Model B (Sporter).
Although less costly to produce when compared to the Super and Sporter Grade, the Model C were still well constructed Airguns using quality materials. They utilized walnut stocks, aluminum receiver, bronze barrel and pump tube. A different valve mechanism was used in the Model C than in the previous Model A and B.
It was dubbed the 'Streaks' with the Silver Streak being first with its Nickel finish, followed by Blue Streak in a black oxide finish in 1952. The only difference between the two Streaks is the finish.
MSRP 19.95 at introduction and was soon selling for $23.95 (1949–50). Sheridan Products Inc was acquired by its competitor, the Benjamin Air Rifle Company in 1977, thus ending the original line of Sheridan Model C's in 1976. (Benjamin Air Rifle Company continued producing Model C's until 1992 when the company was purchased by competitor Crosman Corporation.
Changes to the design of the Model C were made by both Benjamin and Crosman.) Model F (1975-1990) Total Production: Unknown. Velocity: Approx. 5mm or.20 caliber, single shot, bolt action. Though very similar to the Model C, the Model F is powered via CO2. With a Walnut stock and rocker-type thumb safety, this airgun is a great collector’s rifle, known for its accuracy. As previously noted, in 1977 Sheridan Products Inc. Was acquired by the Benjamin Air Rifle Co., also ending line of original Sheridan Model F's in 1976.
For help in dating your model, find the Serial number on the barrel. Then utilize the Benjamin & Sheridan Product Dates of Manufacture charts found at: Dating a Vintage Sheridan Model C (Streak) 1949 - 1976 (be aware that changes often cannot be pinpointed exactly, so most changes will only be list by year they first appeared) Date stamps on 1964 to 1971 and serial numbers on 1972- 1985 easily pinpoint manufacture dates for these years. This change chronology is most useful for identifying approximate manufacture dates for Model C 'Streaks' produced from 1949 to 1963, the 'Thumb Safety' version of the Model C Streaks.
1949 - First production Silver Streak Introduced. (Sept 1949). Slab sided stock (1949 only). Rear sights are aperture style (1949–1951). Tube stamped 'SHERIDAN PRODUCTS INC.RACINE WIS- on right side (1949 - 1951). Forearm attached with screws (1949 - 1951/52). Knurled windage adjustment for rear sight (1949 - 1952).
Straight end Butt stock (1950 - 1954). Rear sight soldered on to barrel ( 1949 - 1955). High Comb stock (1950 - 1958). Slim trigger guard attached with two screws (1949 - 1959).
Forearm is slim style (1949 - 1960). Straight bolt arm (1949 - 1960). Hold-down thumb safety (1949 - 1962). Sculpted front blade sight (1949 - 1963).
Grooved receiver (1949 - 1967). Pump Tube stamped 'SILVER STREAK' on left side. 1950 - One change.
Slab sided stock discontinued. 1951 - Three changes. Patridge rear sight introduced. (introduced late 1951).
Hole on right side receiver (allows pin removal on Bolt) (1951–1956). Made in USA stamped on Receiver 1952 - Three changes. Blue Streak model introduced (May 1952). Forearm attached with roll pins.
'Made in USA' now stamped on Pump tube on right side after RACINE, WIS. Instead of Receiver. 1953 - One change. Knurled Windage knobs discontinued 1954 - No changes 1955 - One change. Crescent butt stock replaces straight butt stock. 1956 - Two changes. Rear sight now attached with set screw and two dimples, and is no longer soldered to barrel.
(May 1956 - May 1961). Hole on right side of receiver removed (Mid - Late 1956) 1957 - No changes 1958 - No changes 1959 - One change. Introduce lower comb on Stock. 1960 - Three changes. Trigger guard now wider and attached with Rivet and one screw. (Aug 1960).
Introduce new stamped lettering on pump tube '5 M/M CAL' now stamped on left side of Tube. Blue Streak models now have 'BLUE STREAK' stamped on the pump tube. 1961 - Three changes. Introduce larger 'Beaver tail' style Forearm. Change from straight bolt to curved bolt handle with hole on ball-end and pinned to Bolt. (May 1961). Rear Sight now attached with 2 set screws.
(June 1961 - May 1971) 1962 - One change. Hand Guard introduced 1963 - One change.
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Rocker Safety introduced. (Feb 1963) 1964 - Two changes.
Inspection dates now stamped (backwards and alphabetically) on the left side of the receiver. (Jan 1964 - Apr 1972). Front sight changed to a large forward serrated ramp style 1964 - 1977) 1965 - No changes 1966 - No changes 1967 - One change. Trigger guard now attached by two rivets 1968 - Two change. Grooves removed from the Receiver (now smooth flattop receiver).
(Mar 1968 - Feb 1978). Curved bolt handle now welded to bolt. 1969 - No changes 1970 - No changes 1971 - Two changes.
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Left-handed version introduced (Jul 1971) ( Approx 400 made). Rear sight now clip-on attachment. (April 1971) 1972 - Two changes. Stamped Serial numbers introduced ( 000001 - 025650).
(Apr 1972). Hole in bolt handle made shallow (1972–1974) 1973 - No changes. Serial numbers ( 025651 - 060550) 1974 - No changes. Serial numbers ( 060551 - 100780) 1975 - One change. Serial numbers ( 100780 - 141460). Hole in bolt handle eliminated. 1976 - No changes.
Serial numbers ( 141461 - 175840) Last year of the Original Sheridan Products Inc. Produced Streaks, before being purchased by its competitor the Benjamin company. BENJAMIN / SHERIDAN 1977 - Two changes. Serial numbers ( 175841 - 211020) - First year of the Benjamin/Sheridan Streaks. 'C SERIES' now stamped on left side of tube. (Apr 1977). Barrel now extends over muzzle cap.
1978 - Two changes. Serial numbers ( 211021 - 257460). Introduce short ramp front sight.
(Feb 1978). Round top receiver. (Feb 1978) 1979 - Two changes. Serial numbers ( 257461 - 308340) -. Introduce 'AIR HOLE DO NOT OIL' stamped on bottom of tube.
(Jun 1979). Double sear trigger introduced. (Sept 1979) 1980 - No changes. Serial numbers ( 308341 - 346820) 1981 - No changes. Serial numbers ( 346821 - 381450) 1982 - No changes. Serial numbers ( 381451 - 401050) 1983 - No changes. Serial numbers ( 401051 - 417410) 1984 - One change.
Serial numbers ( 417411 - 437800). Receiver drilled for Williams Peep Sight. (Jan 1984) 1985 - No changes. Serial numbers ( 437801 - -) References.