John marlin died in 1901, but the business continued under the leadership of his sons, mahlon and john marlin. Brophy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The 32 spec was one of the early cartridges to be offered in the model 94 when it was first offered in the 1890s. For those that would like to learn more about marlin and its history, i recommend the book marlin firearms. I was wondering what the produciton numbers are for the two years the 1936 was made. A history of the guns and the company that made them by usar, william s. Magazine tube is twothirdslength and holds 6 shots. A history of the guns and the company that made them, written by william s. Marlin was making news by offering their 1894 in two classic calibers, the 3220 and the. Marlin 336a 1952 waffle top in 32 special for sale. Case colors are about 10% and trace case color is visible.
Marlin 1893 marlin 32 special appraisal discussion in marlin started by butte99, feb 5, 2012. Brophys book marlin firearms, the firm made a big deal. The winchester looked like a lonely orphan standing on. Aug 12, 2010 it is my opinion that the first 4000 or so marlin 93s were made between very late 1921 until sometime in 1924. All parts listed in this category are specific to the marlin model 1894 rifles made post 2009 unless otherwise noted. There is not much else that we can offer information wise. Indeed, the marlin model 336 ranks up there with other iconic guns like the winchester. Similar to 336c, with 24 barrel and steel foreend tip instead of a barrel band. It is my opinion that the first 4000 or so marlin 93s were made between very late 1921 until sometime in 1924. These will have a rep proof mark on the right side of the barrel.
With plenty of 3030 ammo, the model 36 can be a daily shooter. Very plain but very clean, doubt its been fired over a dozen times, if that. In this article 125th anniversary firearms history lever action rifles marlin 1894 marlin 1894 rifle marlin. At its introduction the rifle came with a 24inch barrel and was chambered for a variety of pistol rounds such as. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. One of the facts about the marlin 3220s is the extended case length in the chamber. Great book on the history of the marlin firearm company and their rifles. Id appreciate whatever input i could get, want to educate myself as much as possible before i decide on any changes, would prefer not to alter the gun itself of possible. When marlin and winchester started producing the lever rifles for the. Bluing is about 75% with some wear on the bands and high point wear. Marlin 36rc 32 winchester special value please 24hourcampfire.
The marlin brand is synonymous with leveraction rifles. Marlin rifle is engraved with scenes from american history commemorating americas bicentennial. Marlin 1894, 3220 winchester, 1905 vintage youtube. The full rundown of the marlin 336 wide open spaces. Marlin 1893 marlin 32 special appraisal gun and game. A marlin model 36 with a 24 inch barrel was used to test the penetration capability of hornady 165 grain lever evolution. First new cartridge in years, have read a bit about the 32 special here and found a nice one tonight. The model 336 is in such widespread use for good reason. Again i referenced murrays book, the 336 marlin and find photos of straight gripped stocks with rounded levers on models 336t made prior to 1971 pg. The winchester model 1894 was covered with what i imagined was trail dust, and i wondered what mountain paths the rifle had followed balanced across the swell of a saddle. I have a marlin model 1936 with a serial number b9968 or b9 something, it is a 32 special rifle version. The marvels of marlins model 89 true west magazine. Now, 125 years later, the 1889 marlin is an extremely collectible firearm.
Marlin lever action 32 special ontario out of doors. Its the classic american long gun, a tool of history and just as much a symbol of the old west as the sixshooter. The serial number dates to 1894, but the caliber dates to 1901 when it was developed by winchester. Fs marlin 336a 1952 waffle top in 32 special location. The story starts in 1836, when john mahlon marlin was born in connecticut. Mar 22, 2011 the 32 spec was one of the early cartridges to be offered in the model 94 when it was first offered in the 1890s.
Special thanks to the mccracken research library for the opportunity to film the old winchester record books and other old firearm documents. This rifle features a walnut stock and forend with steel carbine buttplate, a blu. Winchester 94, 32 special the firearms forum the buying. And i was wondering if anybody knows exactly how rare this gun is. The following is an excerpt taken from william brophys marlin book which he notes was found in the 1892 marlin catalog on the new. Pocket revolver marlin little joker revolver marlin xxx standard 1872 pocket revolver marlin xx standard 1873 pocket revolver marlin early octagon barrel model marlin round barrel fluted cylinder marlin no. Winchester designed the model 94 for the new smokeless powder, specifically for the 3030 but offered the 32 special too.
It is recommended that all parts be fit by a qualified gunsmith. Apr 08, 2014 the serial number dates to 1894, but the caliber dates to 1901 when it was developed by winchester. Marlinglenfield model 1892 parts numrich gun parts. It is a family heirloom and will never leave the family but i just want some info. I bought it sight unseen for a fair price thinking it was a newer 32 special. My first deer rifle was a gift from my father when i was eleven, a winchester model 64. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. Marlin lever action rifle serial numbers 1883 to 1906 including models 1881, 1888, 1889, 1891, 1892, 1893, 1894, 1895 and 1897. Please scroll down for a complete list of all parts available. Among the several marlin firearms oakley owned, she particularly cherished a special.
The turn of the century was also the turning point in gunpowder as the world was going from black to smokeless. From 1863 to the presentthe company and the men who made it successful. Need info on marlin 336 the firearms forum the buying. I would like to see someone write a part two book starting where this book leaves off and ends at present day as a lot as happened with the marlin company and the rifles they have produced since this. Feb 08, 2005 again i referenced murrays book, the 336 marlin and find photos of straight gripped stocks with rounded levers on models 336t made prior to 1971 pg. Among other cartridges, the marlin 336 was manufactured in. I recently came across a 336a in 32 special with the serian number starting with f. They featured a button or half magazine that held 6 rounds. That said, midway has 4 bullet choices for 32 special and 4 for 32 40, so lets say 8 options total. Marlin model 1936 marlin firearms collectors association. Variants in other chamberings remain in production today. It was common knowledge back then as it still is today black powder will foul barrels faster and more thoroughly than. Apr 15, 2020 though the marlin 336 is currently only available in.
The marlin collectors association marlin is also a valuable source of information. Buy marlin model 1894 parts factory replacement gun parts, accessories and gunsmithing service on most manufacturers including browning, winchester, fn america, beretta, benelli franchi, stoeger, remington, bushmaster, marlin, sig sauer, hk and many more. Marlin was terrible with serial numbers, they were mixed between models and duplicated many times. Forearm is not 9, so it must be the lightweight model, as per blue book action is.
Marauder, trapper, model 336y marlin has made short carbine. The marlin model 1894 is a leveraction repeating rifle introduced in 1894 by the marlin firearms company of north haven, connecticut. This was a time of change for cartridges as smokeless powder was becoming more popular. Some history and reloading recipes on five popular. The word on the street is that hornady will not have the ammo available until mid to late summer in 2008. Lets hope its a 20 incher, with a half mag and stainless might be nice. Marlin made what are called the waffle tops from 1948 to 1952 so not a lot of these around that the waffle top is unmolested. Here is a 32 winchester special model 36rc with serial number starting with d. I had a marlin 336, 32 win special back in the 90s. Marlin was making news by offering their 1894 in two classic calibers, the 32 20 and the. Shotguns became a part of the marlin line in 1898, when the first of a series of slideaction guns was introduced. A history of the guns and the company that made them hardcover may 1, 1989. Therefore, many specialorder ballards were produced by both marlin and custom gunsmiths. What was cool back then was, they both had cut rifling instead of marlins famous microgroove barrel.
Other calibers for which this model was chambered were 32 40 ballard, 38 55. Production lasted only one year, when the rifle was superseded by an improved model, the 1889. What was cool back then was, they both had cut rifling instead of marlin s famous microgroove barrel. I was about ready to build one on a 92 action when i found this marlin. It is also interesting to note that the marlin 444 pg. Couldnt find a thread about loading for it, lyman doesnt have much either.
That is why i think your riflecarbine was made around 1923. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. I would like to see someone write a part two book starting where this book leaves off and ends at present day as a lot as happened with the marlin company and the rifles they have produced since this book was written. Its a rich tradition, with a heritage stretching back to the model 1881, our first centerfire, and the model 1891, our first rimfire rifle. Other calibers for which this model was chambered were 32 40 ballard. The bluing is about 85% looks to be in excellant condition with wear on the bottom front of receiver. The 89 marlin was the first solidtop receiver, lever action rifle with a side. I am trying to find out if the rifle i just bought has any collector value before i begin working on it. Obviously someone at marlin was listening to cast bullet shooters. If marlin introd a new model in 32 special, id buy one right straight away. This rifle was later renamed the model 1936 care to guess when. In its day, the model was considered stateoftheart.
In the meantime, marlin cataloged its model 1888, which had the advantage of a shorterthrow mechanism to handle the pistol cartridges for which it was chambered. Smith serial number information, the buffalo bill historical. I n 1893 marlin applied the solidtop, sideejection concept to fulllength rifle cartridges with the model 1893. Before using your firearm, read this instruction book to understand the exact.
Marlin lever action 32 special has the dove tail, tap to adjust open sights, works well close in but id like to put a scope on it but it doesnt have rails. May 7 in history neophyte replied may 7, 2020 at 9. Marlin model 1893 lever action rifle 1 nra museums. Marlin 336 32 special collector value 24hourcampfire. Back in the early days of the cartridge, many question gun history but it still is 1882 for the 3220 marlin and winchester had a thing going. Marlin and its history, i recommend the book marlin firearms. Therefore, many specialorder ballards were produced by both marlin and custom.