ward western field 12 gauge shotgun

Question
How can I find out the age a ward western field 12 gauge shotgun, serial number 34914

Answer
Hi Steve.

I am not personally familiar with your firearm but I think it was made by Mossberg and is the same as their model 500.  You can confirm this by downloading the instruction book for the Model 500 at the following link:

http://www.mossberg.com/manuals/500_835_590_535_en_o.pdf

To be absolutely sure and to confirm the age I would call Mossberg.  They should be able to tell you when it was made and they might even send you some free info.  Here is their contact info:

http://www.mossberg.com/content.asp?ID=500on=service

Good luck to you!

Bob