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When did Marlin start putting serial numbers on guns?
To comply with the new federal firearms law of 1968 Marlin adopted a system of an eight-digit number, with the first two digits identifying the year of production. From 1969 to 1972, the first two digits of the serial number were the last two digits for the year. For example: 1969 started with 69000000.
What does JM stamped mean?
The JM stamp means that the firearm was made by Marlin and not under the company that bought them out. Some are referring to the new marlins as remlins.
What was the serial number for the Marlin 1895?
The early Model 1895’s had the “B” serial number prefix up to 1977, when they went to the other system of serializing where you subtract the first two digits from 100. The JM you mention is the proof mark applied to all Marlin rifles.
What is the serial number for a Marlin 44 Magnum?
Firearm serial numbers were date coded by a prefix within the s/n, as signified below. For example a Marlin model 39A with a serial number of N12478 would have been made in 1955 while a 1894 in 44 magnum with a serial number of 25105098, would have equated to 1975
How to determine year of manufacture Marlin rifle?
Open the lever and look at the lower tang. The serial number should be there. Marlin lever actions 1870’s-WWI, Ballards, and single shot rifles! Hi, new member, just joined today. I have a Model 60SS that I determined that the Manufacure year is 1996. I bought this rifle in 1997 and this fits.
What does the B stand for on a Marlin rifle?
The early Model 1895’s had the “B” serial number prefix up to 1977, when they went to the other system of serializing where you subtract the first two digits from 100. The JM you mention is the proof mark applied to all Marlin rifles. It stands for John Marlin, the founder of the company.