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Part 1: Where Is My Seagull Serial Number?

Seagull serial numbers are usually easy to find. The most common location is on the label inside the soundhole, visible when you look through the sound opening.

• Modern Seagull guitars (1993+): On the label inside the soundhole.
• Early Seagull guitars (1982-1992): May be stamped on the neck block or printed on the label inside the body.
• 12-digit product code (2008+): Typically printed on the soundhole label.

Pro tip: Use a flashlight angled inside the soundhole. The label is usually on the back brace or the inside back panel. On older guitars, the serial may be stamped rather than printed.

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Part 2: Pre-1993 Sequential Format (1982-1992)

The earliest Seagull guitars used simple sequential serial numbers. Each guitar received the next number in sequence, and the year can be determined by matching the number to the production range.

Sequential Serial Ranges

Serial Range	Year
1-60	1982
61-500	1983
501-1500	1984
1501-3500	1985
3501-6000	1986
6001-8940	1987
8941-12000	1988
12001-15400	1989
15401-18800	1990
18801-22200	1991
22201-26000	1992

Example

• Serial 100: Falls in the 61-500 range → 1983, La Patrie, Quebec, Canada

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Part 3: 7-Digit Format (1993-1995)

From 1993 to 1995, Seagull used a 7-digit format: YWWNNNN, where:

Position	Digits	Meaning
1	Y	Last digit of year (3-5)
2-3	WW	Week of year (01-53)
4-7	NNNN	Production sequence number

Example

• 3150101: 3 = 1993, 15 = week 15, 0101 = sequence → 1993, week 15, Godin (Quebec), Canada

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Part 4: 8-Digit Fiscal-Year Format (1995-2007)

From 1995 to 2007, Seagull used an 8-digit format: YYWWDRRR, where:

Position	Digits	Meaning
1-2	YY	Fiscal year (starts August 1)
3-4	WW	Week of year (01-53)
5	D	Day of week (1=Monday ... 7=Sunday)
6-8	RRR	Production ranking for that day

Seagull's fiscal year runs August 1 through July 31, so fiscal year "05" roughly spans August 2004 to July 2005. The decoder reports the approximate calendar year.

Example

• 05231501: Fiscal year 05, week 23, day 1 (Monday), ranking 501 → Approximately 2005, Godin (Quebec), Canada

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Part 5: 12-Digit Product Code (2008-Present)

Since 2008, Seagull has used a 12-digit product code. This format encodes product and model information, but does not encode the exact manufacturing date. The decoder will identify it as a modern Canadian-made Seagull.

Example

• 012345678901: 12-digit product code → Canada, Godin (Quebec), 2008 or later (exact year not encoded)

If you need the precise build year for a 12-digit serial, contact Godin customer service with the serial number.

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Serial Prefix Quick Reference

Format	Pattern	Era	Example	Notes
Sequential	3-5 digits	1982-1992	100 = 1983	Early La Patrie production
7-digit	YWWNNNN	1993-1995	3150101 = 1993, week 15	Year digit + week + sequence
8-digit	YYWWDRRR	1995-2007	05231501 = ~2005	Fiscal year, week, day, ranking
12-digit	12 digits	2008+	012345678901	Product code; exact year not encoded

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Part 6: Seagull Factory Locations

La Patrie, Quebec, Canada

Seagull guitars were originally built in La Patrie, a small village in southeastern Quebec known for its furniture and woodworking heritage. The La Patrie factory focused on solid-top acoustics with hand-crafted attention to detail.

Godin Factory, Quebec, Canada

As production grew, Seagull manufacturing moved to the larger Godin facility in Quebec. Modern Seagull guitars are built alongside other Godin family brands, sharing the same quality-control standards and Canadian craftsmanship.

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Part 7: Era-by-Era Changes

1980s: The Founding Era

• Serials: 3-5 digit sequential
• Key Models: Original S6, early dreadnoughts
• Production: ~1,000-3,000 per year
• Notable: Robert Godin founded Seagull to offer affordable, solid-top Canadian acoustics

1990s: Format Evolution

• Serials: 7-digit (1993-1995), then 8-digit fiscal-year (1995-2007)
• Key Models: S6 Original, Coastline series
• Production: ~10,000-20,000 per year
• Notable: Seagull gained popularity in North America and Europe as a value alternative to bigger acoustic brands

2000s-Present: Product Code Era

• Serials: 8-digit fiscal-year through 2007, then 12-digit product code
• Key Models: S6 Spruce GT, Maritime SWS, Entourage
• Production: ~30,000-60,000 per year
• Notable: 12-digit format prioritizes product tracking over date encoding

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How do I use the Seagull serial number lookup?

Enter your serial number exactly as it appears on your guitar's label in the tool at the top of this page, then click Decode. The tool returns production year, factory, and country for free.

2. Where is the serial number on a Seagull guitar?

On most Seagull guitars, the serial number is on the label inside the soundhole. Early guitars may have it stamped on the neck block.

3. What do the digits in a Seagull serial number mean?

It depends on the format. 7-digit serials use YWWNNNN (year digit, week, sequence). 8-digit serials use YYWWDRRR (fiscal year, week, day, ranking). 12-digit serials are product codes without a public date format.

4. Can I tell the exact year of a modern Seagull?

Seagull 12-digit serials (2008+) do not encode the exact manufacturing date. For precise dating, contact Godin customer service with the serial number.

5. What year is my Seagull guitar?

Enter your serial in the decoder above. For sequential serials, match the number to the range table. For 7-digit and 8-digit serials, the year is encoded directly. For 12-digit serials, only an approximate "2008+" range is possible.

6. Are Seagull guitars made in Canada?

Yes. Seagull guitars are built in Quebec, Canada by the Godin family of companies.

7. How much is my Seagull guitar worth?

Value depends on model, era, and condition. Entry-level models typically sell for $300-$600 used, while solid-wood models and limited editions can reach $800-$1,500 or more.

8. What is the difference between Seagull and Godin guitars?

Seagull is one brand under the Godin family. Godin-brand guitars often feature more advanced electronics and premium materials, while Seagull focuses on solid-top acoustics at accessible prices.

9. Does Seagull have an official serial number lookup?

Seagull/Godin customer service can help date guitars, especially those with 12-digit product codes. Our decoder provides instant results for all documented formats.

10. Why does my Seagull serial only show "2008 or later"?

The 12-digit format introduced in 2008 encodes product/model information rather than the manufacturing date. The decoder correctly identifies these as modern Canadian-made Seagulls, but cannot extract a specific year.