Brand directory/Crabb/Serial number
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When was it made?

Enter the serial number marked on your Crabb instrument — usually on the valve casing, bell or receiver.

A London workshop since the 1860s.
Numbers with a year name hidden inside.
In this archive
Serial numbers & production eras · 1908–2004
Result format
Year or estimated range
Additional details
Factory & series, when known
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Frequently asked
What serial numbers does this archive cover for Crabb?

The archive currently covers 1 series and 11 dating ranges from 1908 to 2004, compiled from published maker records and reference charts. Coverage grows as new tables are verified.

Where is the serial number on a Crabb instrument?

The exact spot varies by era and instrument type — the serial number guide walks through the common locations.

What if my Crabb serial number is not found?

Recheck the characters exactly as marked, including any letters and leading zeros. Letter-prefixed numbers often belong to student or non-domestic lines that cannot be dated from the number. Some production periods may simply not be covered yet.