The Challenger II series .22
Caliber Pistol was introduced in 1976 and ceased production in 1982. The Challenger II
evolved into the Challenger III in 1983.
To find your serial
number, you will need to refer to your owner's manual. We have most owner's
manuals online. You can go to those by clicking here.
Date
Historic
Information
Serial Number
Info
1976-1985
In 1975 Browning standardized its
serial number identification which it followed until 1998.
The Challenger II went from 1976 to 1982. The Challenger III went from 1983 to
1985.
1.
Challenger Type
655=Challenger II or III
Pistol
2.
Date of Manufacture
is a two digit code
Z=1
Y=2
X=3
W=4
V=5
T=6
R=7
P=8
N=9
M=0
3.
Serial Number
beginning with 01001
at the start of each year.
Serial
Number Example:
655RT01001
This would be an Challenger .22 caliber
pistol, manufactured in 1976 with
the serial number 01001.
