The best way to get accurate information is to contact Springfield Armory, Inc. directly.

| If you have... | Action | | :--- | :--- | | | Call (800) 680-6866 or email via website. No online tool. | | U.S. Government Springfield Armory | Use museum database ( springfield-armorymuseum.org ), Ferris book, or Garand/M1903 serial tables. | | Suspected stolen firearm | Contact local law enforcement; do not rely on company. | | Just a serial number & no other info | Post prefix (e.g., NM, XD) on a gun forum for identification help. |

To find the manufacturing date and history of your firearm, a requires a different approach depending on whether you own a modern firearm (Springfield Armory, Inc.) or a historic military surplus weapon (the original National Armory). 1. Modern Springfield Armory Firearms (Post-1974)