Remington 1917 Serial # 20

[MNCop]

Had a guy bring a 1917 enfield into the gun shop I work part time at for sale. He said it came out of his fathers garage. The gun is a Remington model 1917 that has seen better days, but is all there. Only missing part is the stacking swivel. I was shocked when I looked at the serial number and saw only two didgits 20. Would that make this gun have a premium resale value? No pics now, but I will try to get some on monday.

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[Calif-Steve]

I have seen 1-2 very low serial numbers. However, all were re-barreled. Did this rifle have its original barrel?

[browningautorifle]

That's one I would have to see.

[Promo]

Would love to see pictures of that rifle.

[Fred G.]

Did anyone buy it? How much was he asking for it?

[Milsurps]

I think a 2 digit serial number is worth $500. plus the price of the rifle.

milsurps

[MNCop]

Here is the pic showing the serial #20. The gun has seen a rebuild some time in it's history. The barrel is an Eddystone 03-18 and the gun has other Eddystone parts

[Calif-Steve]

Something about that number that does not look correct.

[Promo]

All markings are very faint and the "20" is not in line.

[Richardwv]

Value of course is in the eye of the beholder. From your description it isn't a low number rifle, it is a low number receiver with later parts. Since many if not most of these rifles are rebuilds of mixed heritage, I personally value such mixed rifles based on their condition....with an eye towards shooting accuracy. Now a fully intact original rifle with original finish is another matter and having a low number would certainly be even more desirable....but I would be very slow to speculate on how much it adds.