Do you have your weapons serial #'s recorded?

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I have no idea how many guns I have, it changes with the seasons, so to speak. But, I have picked up those cards at the gun shops that you can put the gun mfg, model and serial number on so that if you have them stolen or if a fire or lost or what ever. Never yet have filled one out, need to. Of course you need to put the list, or several copies, in different places. I would suggest one in the safe? nah, what good would that do? some I guess. If i ever get around to doing it I'll put on copy in my truck, one in the camper and one at work. If my guns were ripped off from me tomorrow I'd have nothing to give to the LEO to recover. another reason to do this is to protect yourself from your stolen weapons being used by some scum bag in a robbery.

I would guess that most of you are more responsible then I but thought I'd ask. :confused:

Joe
 
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I have my firearms listed in a spreadsheet on the computer. You can also list them in a Word document, or whatever word processor you may have.
You can easily make changes and additions. It is a good idea to back-up the file on a disk or portable hard drive in case your computer craps out.
 
I keep a computerized list and send updates to at least one of my kids on a regular basis. That way there will always be a list available.
 
I keep mine in an Excel spreadsheet. Column headings are: Manufacturer, Model Name/Number, Caliber/Gauge, Barrel Length, Serial Number, Finish, Accessories, Date Purchased, Person/Place Purchased From, Price Paid, and most importantly 4473 (yes or no). All of this is supplemented with multiple pictures stored on CD and multiple copies of the spreadsheet and picture CD's stored in multiple places. If one is sold I have at MINUMUM the buyers name, address and DL#. The only hard part about doing this is updating the several copies I have floating around amongst friends for safe, off sight storage.

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Edit: The spreadsheet with all column headings except for person/place purchased, price paid, 4473 and buyers info is also stored with my insurance agent so that he can update my firearms insurance policy as I acquire or dispose of an item. He also has hard copies and cd copies of the photos of each item and accessory.
 
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Yes I keep records of all my firearms.

For years I thought about starting a business for handling just this exact thing.

I never had enough computer literacy to do it. But I think it would be successful.

A person needs to start a place where the firearms data and pictures can be stored for insurance puproses. As well as providing documentation to insurance companies such as current value if a fire or theft occured. Appraisals could also be a big part of the business. And would prevent insurance companies of mis-appraising firearms that were stole or in a fire.'

It could be done for a minimal charge. Heck something like $10-$15 a year, with an additional entry fe of $1.00 or so everytime a change is made. All it would take is storage and a minimal aount of programming. Just an idea. Tom.
 
i keep the records recorded in books...another set of books in the safe and a final set in a smaller safe...i would strongly suggest you do something similar
 
It could be done for a minimal charge. Heck something like $10-$15 a year, with an additional entry fe of $1.00 or so everytime a change is made. All it would take is storage and a minimal aount of programming. Just an idea. Tom.
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A little too specialized. If you're already keeping the data in an electronic document, you can use a service like Carbonite, which costs a bit over fifty bucks a year and backs up ALL your data online automatically.
 
I keep an excel spreadsheet in my computer, backed up on a disk (updated when anything changes), and I keep a paper copy in my car, in case my PC is stolen, house burns, etc.

Yes, my wife laughs at me.... :o
 
Class III said:
I keep mine in an Excel spreadsheet. Column headings are: Manufacturer, Model Name/Number, Caliber/Gauge, Barrel Length, Serial Number, Finish, Accessories, Date Purchased, Person/Place Purchased From, Price Paid, and most importantly 4473 (yes or no). All of this is supplemented with multiple pictures stored on CD and multiple copies of the spreadsheet and picture CD's stored in multiple places. If one is sold I have at MINUMUM the buyers name, address and DL#. The only hard part about doing this is updating the several copies I have floating around amongst friends for safe, off sight storage.

Class III

Edit: The spreadsheet with all column headings except for person/place purchased, price paid, 4473 and buyers info is also stored with my insurance agent so that he can update my firearms insurance policy as I acquire or dispose of an item. He also has hard copies and cd copies of the photos of each item and accessory.
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I thought I was the only one that had a yes/no column for the 4473 in my excel spreadsheet. :D
 
GKC said:
I keep an excel spreadsheet in my computer, backed up on a disk (updated when anything changes), and I keep a paper copy in my car, in case my PC is stolen, house burns, etc.

Yes, my wife laughs at me.... :o
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So your car is stolen or robbed with an address registration and a list of guns inside......
 
I know exactly how many firearms I own. Each gun is listed on records as to manufacturer, model, serial number, type & action, caliber/gauge, date purchased, cost and where bought.

There is a hard copy in one of the gun safes, a copy in my computer and my insurance company has a copy with a photo of each gun showing both right and left sides.

If a person's gun were to show up missing and the owner did not report the loss but later the gun is used in a crime, then the owner will regret not having reported it.
 
GKC said:
I keep an excel spreadsheet in my computer, backed up on a disk (updated when anything changes), and I keep a paper copy in my car, in case my PC is stolen, house burns, etc.

Yes, my wife laughs at me.... :o
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I do the same, but I keep the paper copy
handy in my briefcase.
 
roymack said:
I have my firearms listed in a spreadsheet on the computer. You can also list them in a Word document, or whatever word processor you may have.
You can easily make changes and additions. It is a good idea to back-up the file on a disk or portable hard drive in case your computer craps out.
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That's the same way I did it. Works great as above. I have spent not only alot of money but countless time running around {and many times chasing ghosts} to put together the gun collection I currently have. I look at it this way...if I have to pay these prices then so should the lucky cat that buys this collection from wifey when I keel. I have it all laid out plain and simple. Model, serial number, what I paid for the gun and what its current up to date value is so she or the kiddies dont have to look any further than my "Gunlist.doc" when the time comes. I will die alot easier if I know that some slick talkin' jerk*** is not going to buy my Parkers, Lefevers, S&W's and other collectable guns for pennies on the dollar because I was too lazy/stupid to make sure my loved ones were educated. I have to do it because I know that they wont. Also is helpful if any get stolen or lost to have this info easily obtainable. My personal experience with the police is that they could really care less about personal property crime victims but it gets 'em thinking slightly if you seem like you are organized and give a damn.
 
Info kept on a computer that is backed up daily.
Insurance agent receives updates.
Hardcopy kept in safety deposit box at bank.
 
I you have your inventory on a word document or an excel spread sheet, you can send a copy to your e-mail. That way, you will all ways have a copy that you can access from any computer.

BTW, I have my weapons on a excel spread sheet also.
 
As a USAF weapons custodian, it seemed natural to create an AFTO Form 105, Inspection Maintenance Firing Data for Ground Weapons, form for each of my guns. It has the weapon data (s/n, caliber, model, manufacturer), but also records every time I inspect it, perform maintenance, and has a firing record to keep track of every shooting session and rounds fired.

The form is easy to find on the internet if anyone wants one.
 
I keep mine in three binders which are stored in three different places. One is stored in my gun safe. The second is in a bank safety deposit box, and the third is in the hands of my attorney.
 
I keep all the numbers in an Excel spreadsheet. It came in real handy when 17 of my guns were stolen last year. The deputy told me that most people don't record the numbers so it makes it harder to get the guns back.
 
I found a free program called gun safe that you can keep on a thumb drive which is a simple database program. I can record where I bought if from, who I sold it to, maintenance, and pictures, along with the standard information. This makes it easy to keep the list with me and available anytime I need it without it being in too many places.
 
I have heard that certain Home Owners Insurors do not share our enthusiam re:firearms and that they will cancel your insurance on the home an will not insure firearms.{?}Can someone help me out in my ignorance?
 
I am impressed with the detail that some of you go through and all the great idea's on how to go about it. Now I need to get off my rump and do the same.

Joe
 
Yes, a computer record with paper copies in a file. I make changes as I sell/trade and record all info re: private sales.
 
As a Michigan resident, the state takes care of doing that for me in regards to my handguns, about the only positive I can think of concerning gun registration. As for my long guns, I've failed big time and due to your post I'll correct that failing this weekend.
 
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