Challenger II and III .22 Caliber Pistol

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.

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.