I believe that the ATF determines judgement on C&R status when the pistols are imported so the importer (Century it seems in 90% of the cases) should know the gun's C&R status when they sell it to the dealer. In the case of the FEG and Star pistols, both were imported, neither is a domestically built gun. So has anyone tried this with an old early production Star Super B or something else? What was the outcome? And what is the minimum proof required that a gun is over 50 years old? That may work if the importer is still around, but many aren't (KBI) and not all imports are marked. Someone suggested contacting the importer. But in cases like Star or FEG, the manufacturer no longer exists, the firearm is rather obscure, and various fan sites and forums seem to be the only source of information. If it were an old S&W, I'm sure you could find that information in any number of books or by calling the manufacturer. All it takes is a quick Google search for 'Star Model B proof marks.' But it doesn't seem like a third-party website would pass muster for some FFL.

The Star Super B does not have the date marked on it, but it does have a proof mark that corresponds to a year. I know you can find lots of information online to determine the age of any widely-produced pistol. I believe it might also apply to various FN Browning Hi-Powers and the CZ vzor 45. Starting just this year, the Hungarian FEG PA-63 also falls under this category, as they began production in 1963 and aren't on the C&R list. They were produced from 1946 until the early 1980s. This would include the Star Model Super B that every surplus site currently has. Does anyone know if there are any guidelines for what constitutes proof that a pistol is over 50 years old when it's (1) not on the C&R list and (2) continued to be produced within the last 50 years? And specifically when the manufacturer no longer exists?

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