Stihl Serial Numbers?

[mtnman]

I was trying to record the serial numbers from my saws in case they were stolen and I have found numbers all over the saws.  I decided the numbers may be part numbers.

Where can I find the serial numbers on my saws?
(017, MS250 and MS290)
Thanks,
mtnman

[AdkStihl]

 

 

[clww]

As shown, inboard of the chain cover on the top, near the muffler. It may be covered in grime and carbon buildup but it is there.

[mtnman]

OK, I think I can find it now that I know where to look.
Thanks!
mtnman

[mtnman]

I cannot find the serial number on my MS250?
I found the other 2 saws right where you said.
Looks like a sticker on the MS250 which I cannot read?
Where else can I look?
mtnman

[AdkStihl]

I cannot find the serial number on my MS250?
I found the other 2 saws right where you said.
Looks like a sticker on the MS250 which I cannot read?
Where else can I look?
mtnman

Its there. Might look like DOT MATRIX on the plasic.....but its there.

[joe_indi]

I cannot find the serial number on my MS250?
I found the other 2 saws right where you said.
Looks like a sticker on the MS250 which I cannot read?
Where else can I look?
mtnman

Its there. Might look like DOT MATRIX on the plasic.....but its there.

 

[mtnman]

I finally found it!
It is on the rope side of the engine by the muffler.
It is under the handle that comes up from the rope side.
I had to spray some brake cleaner on it and wipe it and it showed up.
And yes it is like the other two saws in "Dot Matrix".
I am glad to get that done, we have a theif on the mountain that has already broke into a neighbors place and stole their chainsaw, blower and weedeater.
We are going out of town for a few days and when we get back I am going to hide the vehicles inside the garage and catch me a crook!
Thanks for your help.
mtnman

[DWLaurie]

This was EXTREMELY helpful! I was taking inventory for my homeowner's policy and I was going absolutely Guano Loco trying to find the serial number on my MS-250.......Thanks you to fellas, I FOUND IT! Now the only problem is trying to read the damned thing!!! Is that a 5 or a 6? What, is that a 2 or a 3? UGH!

[sablatnic]

! Now the only problem is trying to read the damned thing!!! Is that a 5 or a 6? What, is that a 2 or a 3? UGH!

Always a problem, even when new!!   :'(

[beenthere]

DW
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