sweet16 serial number

Question
QUESTION: i recently came into possesion of a belgian made browning with a serial number of x34007.only number that looks like a serial number.tried numerous links but nothing i could find matched this number.has a gold trigger and vented rib with the rounded grip. looks like an older gun. the 4007 is also on the reciever and on  a pin on each side of the reciever.when cleaning it was also under the forearm. hate to bother you with this as i know you have more important issues to deal with, but i need help. thanx for any info. kenny

ANSWER: Hello Kenny.

You didn't ask any specific questions about your gun. I won't be able to tell you the serial number without inspecting it but here are some links which may help you:

Blue Book data which lists model and company info as well as values:

https://store.bluebookinc.com/InstantAccess/Category.aspx?product=5&id=195

List of serial numbers and dates for each model:

https://store.bluebookinc.com/InstantAccess/Model.aspx?product=5&id=332

https://store.bluebookinc.com/Info/PDF/Firearm/Serialize.pdf

If you need more help then feel free to ask another question. Hope this helps!

Bob

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QUESTION: thanks ,found the info right away. another question. i have a thompson contendor with a 357 maximum barrel. is this barrel compatible with any other 357 cartridges, as this round is hard to find.was considering the 357 hornandy for deer hunting.

Answer
Hi Kenny.

The 357 Maximum is basically a 357 Magnum cartridge which has been lengthened slightly to accomodate more powder and drive higher velocities. It is probably safe to fire regular 357 Magnum cartridges in most guns made for 357 Maximum but not always. To be sure you would need to check with the manufacturer. Give Thompson a call or email them at the site below:

http://www.tcarms.com/customerService/contact.php

Good luck!

Bob