How old is my gun?

[PyRo]

Does it really matter, it is going to preform the same way a brand new one does.
A big block of ss generally doesn't wear out too fast.

[rx2]

No, it doesn't matter, at least as far as performance. Actually, older mags were slightly different, but that is indicated in other ways. It is just something of curiousity. Everyone has thier own methodology for encoding and establishing a system of serial numbers, and some people simply wonder how to decipher it, just as you wonder why people would want to. Also, there are those who take interest in knowing exactly to when something dates, especially with something as venerable as the Automag, and especially if they are a collector. So, it is really just something of interest to some.

[ShooterJM]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by rx2
Actually, older mags were slightly different, but that is indicated in other ways. It is just something of curiousity. Also, there are those who take interest in knowing exactly to when something dates, especially with something as venerable as the Automag, and especially if they are a collector. So, it is really just something of interest to some. [/QUOTE

I'd have to agree. Realisitically I could care less. My mag still is my baby no matter how old it is. But how can I engrave "Gogging opponents since 19xx" on the side if I don't know the exact year!