GEOFF WILSON’S · AIRGUN REFERENCE

BSA serial number finder

Identify the likely model, calibre and production period of a BSA air rifle or air pistol using its serial-number prefix.

Identify your BSA

Enter the serial number exactly as stamped. Spaces and hyphens are ignored. You can also try just the prefix.

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Examples other than GB9068 illustrate prefix formats, not documented individual rifles.

Browse the BSA model and prefix reference

Search the independently curated reference entries. Model names and ranges are illustrative historical identifications, not a manufacturer-certified serial register.

Prefix	Likely model	Calibre	Approximate period

This is an independent enthusiast reference compiled from historical discussions, published summaries and BSA’s own model chronology. Several published sources may rely on shared earlier research. It is not a factory serial-number register, proof of age, valuation or certification. The numerical serial suffix does not establish an exact year here. Excludes BSA motorcycles and conventional firearms. For further research consult BSA history, Rifleman.org.uk and the individual reference links shown with matches.