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When was the Marlin Model 97 made?
It says they were made from 1897- 1916-17. It lists the low serial number as 150,021. During 1905, the model designation on the tang was changed from “Marlin 1897” to “Marlin 97”.
What does JM stamp on Marlin rifle 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. The JM stamp would be on the barrel, you will not see it on the new marlins.
When did JM Marlins stop?
The “JM” is ONLY stamped after a Fully Assembled Rifle has been Proof Tested, and ALL that STOPPED in August 2010.
What does the C stand for in Marlin 336c?
Carbine Safety. C…….. Carbine. 1968 and up. RC……Regular Carbine same as C prior to 1968.
When did Marlin quality drop?
The last really decent Marlins were the 2007 and 2008 Model 444s. For whatever reason, quality on the 444s seemed to stay at a constant level until Remington killed everything. By 2007, 336 and 1895 quality had slipped.
What kind of rifle was the Marlin 1897?
An improvement on the Model 1892 design, the Marlin Model 1897 rifle was available only as a takedown model and only in .22 rimfire. SN 380442 John Mahlon Marlin was born on May 6, 1836 near Windsor Locks, Connecticut. At the age of 18, he became an apprentice machinist with the American Machine Works.
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.
When was the First Marlin made in the US?
MARLINS MADE 1948 and LATER. Marlin Model 336 and Models 39-A and 39-M manufactured from 1948 to 1968: A one or two letter code was used to designate the year of manufacture.
Where is the serial number on a Marlin?
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.