The Marlin 39 Club
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This thread is HUGE! So sorry to say I didn't read every post 
I have an older 39a with a very low serial number, it's in amazing condition with about 90% of the case hardening and nice blue just on the first stages of turning to brown. One of my favorite plinkers.
I had been looking for an older one for quite a while when I found this. At the time I thought I over paid but now I know better and I wouldn't give it up for anything.
I went to Wiseners to check the serial number and their date codes start at C, while mine is a 4 digit B serial (B42XX) - anyone know the age? I know it's a very early one but it'd be great if I knew to the year.
Thanks!
I have an older 39a with a very low serial number, it's in amazing condition with about 90% of the case hardening and nice blue just on the first stages of turning to brown. One of my favorite plinkers.
I had been looking for an older one for quite a while when I found this. At the time I thought I over paid but now I know better and I wouldn't give it up for anything.
I went to Wiseners to check the serial number and their date codes start at C, while mine is a 4 digit B serial (B42XX) - anyone know the age? I know it's a very early one but it'd be great if I knew to the year.
Thanks!
Jurist
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Model 1897 Cowboy
Does anyone have one ,and how do you like it?.I am looking to buy one very soon.
Does anyone have one ,and how do you like it?.I am looking to buy one very soon.
flusher
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1961 Mountie problem
Cycling the lever with live rounds, as to empty the magazine, the first cartridge zooms out of the receiver. However, almost all the time after , the cartridge is held by the extractor and stove pipes. It is then easily removed with my finger while the lever is fully open.
Any idea as what the problem is?
I make sure the ejector rivet is straight allowing the ejector to seat properly.
Cycling the lever with live rounds, as to empty the magazine, the first cartridge zooms out of the receiver. However, almost all the time after , the cartridge is held by the extractor and stove pipes. It is then easily removed with my finger while the lever is fully open.
Any idea as what the problem is?
I make sure the ejector rivet is straight allowing the ejector to seat properly.
oneolevet
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Just joined. I own one Marlin 39A 1946 vintage. I have several other Marlins in the cabinet. the 39A is favorite. I am having some trouble with it but am figuring it out and have ordered some part. Got some of the ideas on this site and places to go for info and parts.
Just joined. I own one Marlin 39A 1946 vintage. I have several other Marlins in the cabinet. the 39A is favorite. I am having some trouble with it but am figuring it out and have ordered some part. Got some of the ideas on this site and places to go for info and parts.
flusher
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I just used Dick Williams Gun Shop , Saginaw,MI. for 39A parts
Price was reasonable and the delivery to Ct. was 3 days.
www.dickwilliamsgunshop.com
Price was reasonable and the delivery to Ct. was 3 days.
www.dickwilliamsgunshop.com
AStone
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Welcome to Cpirtle, Jurist and Oneolevet.
teetertotter
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I got mine out 3 weeks ago for winter indoor weekly paper practice at the club. I had to change the scope that goes down to 50ft parallax which is an easy switch out, but to go from DOT to cross hairs is challenging. I continue to enjoy my 4 year old rifle which is better than me! Debating whether it will be history in March or April for new left handed CZ 452 American.
model 39 questions
I just bought this gun from a friend and after doing some research i think it may be worth some money but im not sure. It is a model 39 and the serial is S61XX and has the star next to where it says MOD. 39. would this be one that would be worth some money? I tried to take some pics of it but my camera sucks but here are some of the pics.
I couldnt get an upclose pic of the whole gun so I tried to do it in 3 shots.
I just bought this gun from a friend and after doing some research i think it may be worth some money but im not sure. It is a model 39 and the serial is S61XX and has the star next to where it says MOD. 39. would this be one that would be worth some money? I tried to take some pics of it but my camera sucks but here are some of the pics.
I couldnt get an upclose pic of the whole gun so I tried to do it in 3 shots.
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AStone
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bumpity bump.
welcome in.
welcome in.
teetertotter
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CB..... It will be hard to put my 39a away, but will be there for my 9 year old grandaughter who shoots a Savage pink one and her eyes are perfect at 40Meters off sandbags. Moving up to Pigs this Spring. 452 American it will be. Thanks
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I ran across a 39 about 5-6 years ago at an estate acution and picked it up for $250, don't think it was quite as nice as yours ... sold it after a couple years to a collector in CA for $850.I just bought this gun from a friend and after doing some research i think it may be worth some money but im not sure. It is a model 39 and the serial is S61XX and has the star next to where it says MOD. 39. would this be one that would be worth some money? I tried to take some pics of it but my camera sucks but here are some of the pics.
I couldnt get an upclose pic of the whole gun so I tried to do it in 3 shots.
FYI ... don't shoot hi-velocity ammo in it, several people told me that hi-vel ammo would damage the rifling.
CaliCoastie
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good call on the hi-velocity ammo but the reason you dont want to shoot it in the older 39's is it could crack the bolt. then you have to find a replacment. if the bolt has HS on it then it should be able to shoot the hi velocity ammo.
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kmock72
The Marlin Model 39 with an "S" prefix to the serial number are collectible.
The "S" prefix rifles were noted for superior workmanship and finish.
The * indicated that the rifle was as near to perfect as was possible.
There is one problem: These rifles can't be fired with high velocity .22 ammo. The higher velocity ammo causes the bolt to break.
The later versions had an "HS" prefix indicating it was safe for high speed ammo.
If you want to shoot your pre-HS rifle, shoot STANDARD velocity ONLY.
The Model 39 was manufactured from 1922 to 1938 with between 40 to 50 thousand made.
Values range from one in 60% original condition being worth about $1,300 to one in 95% $3,000.
A * marked "S" rifle would probably be worth somewhat more.
Here's a site with some good info on the older Marlin's.
http://www.wisnersinc.com/rifles/marlin/rflever.htm
The Marlin Model 39 with an "S" prefix to the serial number are collectible.
The "S" prefix rifles were noted for superior workmanship and finish.
The * indicated that the rifle was as near to perfect as was possible.
There is one problem: These rifles can't be fired with high velocity .22 ammo. The higher velocity ammo causes the bolt to break.
The later versions had an "HS" prefix indicating it was safe for high speed ammo.
If you want to shoot your pre-HS rifle, shoot STANDARD velocity ONLY.
The Model 39 was manufactured from 1922 to 1938 with between 40 to 50 thousand made.
Values range from one in 60% original condition being worth about $1,300 to one in 95% $3,000.
A * marked "S" rifle would probably be worth somewhat more.
Here's a site with some good info on the older Marlin's.
http://www.wisnersinc.com/rifles/marlin/rflever.htm
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Never owned a rifle - fanatic fly fisherman. Got the "iwants" for a .22. Did some internet homework, then researched locally and just found an old 1972 Marlin Mountie that was in a closet! Hardly shot - not in the woods! Mint! $350 no bargain but... Yahoo!
In that same "estate store" case I also found a Weaver 1" 4x Marksman scope - same finish/look as the Marlin. The scope is a low end weaver but is very clean and bright. I want to put a better scope on it eventually but for now I got that scope with mount and rings for $22 - so I went with it. I went to find out more about this scope and cannot find an on-line manual (PDF) anywhere. The rear ocular has a screw thread adjustment that is 1/2 to 3/4" in throw length and I was wonder what that adjustment is for? Is it simply for eye relief or maybe adjusting power? Not sure. When I extend it out can't see much difference (maybe old eyes).
Seem you can get a rifle manual quick on the internet but no such luck with this scope. Anyone have a link or better yet a manual? How can I find out how old this scope is? When I show the setup to my friends they all ask. Can't find a serial # (too cheap a scope?) Reads: Weaver Rifleman 4x USA. Any help would be appreciated. Thanx.
In that same "estate store" case I also found a Weaver 1" 4x Marksman scope - same finish/look as the Marlin. The scope is a low end weaver but is very clean and bright. I want to put a better scope on it eventually but for now I got that scope with mount and rings for $22 - so I went with it. I went to find out more about this scope and cannot find an on-line manual (PDF) anywhere. The rear ocular has a screw thread adjustment that is 1/2 to 3/4" in throw length and I was wonder what that adjustment is for? Is it simply for eye relief or maybe adjusting power? Not sure. When I extend it out can't see much difference (maybe old eyes).
Seem you can get a rifle manual quick on the internet but no such luck with this scope. Anyone have a link or better yet a manual? How can I find out how old this scope is? When I show the setup to my friends they all ask. Can't find a serial # (too cheap a scope?) Reads: Weaver Rifleman 4x USA. Any help would be appreciated. Thanx.
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Never owned a rifle - fanatic fly fisherman. Got the "iwants" for a .22. Did some internet homework, then researched locally and just found an old 1972 Marlin Mountie that was in a closet! Hardly shot - not in the woods! Mint! $350 no bargain but... Yahoo!
In that same "estate store" case I also found a Weaver 1" 4x Marksman scope - same finish/look as the Marlin. The scope is a low end weaver but is very clean and bright. I want to put a better scope on it eventually but for now I got that scope with mount and rings for $22 - so I went with it. I went to find out more about this scope and cannot find an on-line manual (PDF) anywhere. The rear ocular has a screw thread adjustment that is 1/2 to 3/4" in throw length and I was wonder what that adjustment is for? Is it simply for eye relief or maybe adjusting power? Not sure. When I extend it out can't see much difference (maybe old eyes).
Seem you can get a rifle manual quick on the internet but no such luck with this scope. Anyone have a link or better yet a manual? How can I find out how old this scope is? When I show the setup to my friends they all ask. Can't find a serial # (too cheap a scope?) Reads: Weaver Rifleman 4x USA. Any help would be appreciated. Thanx.
In that same "estate store" case I also found a Weaver 1" 4x Marksman scope - same finish/look as the Marlin. The scope is a low end weaver but is very clean and bright. I want to put a better scope on it eventually but for now I got that scope with mount and rings for $22 - so I went with it. I went to find out more about this scope and cannot find an on-line manual (PDF) anywhere. The rear ocular has a screw thread adjustment that is 1/2 to 3/4" in throw length and I was wonder what that adjustment is for? Is it simply for eye relief or maybe adjusting power? Not sure. When I extend it out can't see much difference (maybe old eyes).
Seem you can get a rifle manual quick on the internet but no such luck with this scope. Anyone have a link or better yet a manual? How can I find out how old this scope is? When I show the setup to my friends they all ask. Can't find a serial # (too cheap a scope?) Reads: Weaver Rifleman 4x USA. Any help would be appreciated. Thanx.
Hud
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king fisher,
I posted a response on the other site.
Hud
I posted a response on the other site.
Hud
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Marlin 39M ammo hangs
Background info:
Never owned a rifle - fanatic fly fisherman. Got the "iwants" for a .22. Did some internet homework, found this site, then researched locally and found an old 1972 Marlin Mountie that was in storage for a while! Hardly shot - not in the woods! Mint! $350 no bargain but... Yahoo!
Lightly rubbed down rifle with oil & 0000 wool. Took gun apart, no oil and dry within the action. WOW! what a difference once properly oiled up! Took your posts advice and bought that Howards feed stuff ($9!!) for the stock. I guess it is what you guys call a true closet queen now, since I haven't fired it.
Bought a few boxes of CCI shorts. The rifle shot fine, dead on. The action is now very smooth and levers sweetly. Found a old weaver low end scope Marksman 4x for my old eyes. Works great! Now to zero her in.
One problem ... Due to my in-experince not sure if it's the rifle action or the ammo.
Every 20th round hangs up in the breech. Not bad hang and it just binds a bit and doesn't load a s smooth as all the rest have. I'm being finicky here.
Per this site I closely checked for accumulation of lead - nope - clean. I saved three of the rounds and they are pictured here. The photo is oriented so that right side of each round shows the evidence of the "hang". Hoping it's not the rifle.
Please help the newbie and advise your comments. Thanx.
Background info:
Never owned a rifle - fanatic fly fisherman. Got the "iwants" for a .22. Did some internet homework, found this site, then researched locally and found an old 1972 Marlin Mountie that was in storage for a while! Hardly shot - not in the woods! Mint! $350 no bargain but... Yahoo!
Lightly rubbed down rifle with oil & 0000 wool. Took gun apart, no oil and dry within the action. WOW! what a difference once properly oiled up! Took your posts advice and bought that Howards feed stuff ($9!!) for the stock. I guess it is what you guys call a true closet queen now, since I haven't fired it.
Bought a few boxes of CCI shorts. The rifle shot fine, dead on. The action is now very smooth and levers sweetly. Found a old weaver low end scope Marksman 4x for my old eyes. Works great! Now to zero her in.
One problem ... Due to my in-experince not sure if it's the rifle action or the ammo.
Every 20th round hangs up in the breech. Not bad hang and it just binds a bit and doesn't load a s smooth as all the rest have. I'm being finicky here.
Per this site I closely checked for accumulation of lead - nope - clean. I saved three of the rounds and they are pictured here. The photo is oriented so that right side of each round shows the evidence of the "hang". Hoping it's not the rifle.
Please help the newbie and advise your comments. Thanx.
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dfariswheel
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Your Marlin was made in 1957.
It's really impossible to give valid recommendations on ammunition, especially .22 ammo.
Each firearm is an individual and what functions and shoots well in my firearm may either malfunction or be inaccurate in yours.
The best option is to buy as many different brands and types of .22 ammo as you can find, and shoot each for reliability and accuracy.
When you find one that works well in your gun, buy a bunch of it.
It's really impossible to give valid recommendations on ammunition, especially .22 ammo.
Each firearm is an individual and what functions and shoots well in my firearm may either malfunction or be inaccurate in yours.
The best option is to buy as many different brands and types of .22 ammo as you can find, and shoot each for reliability and accuracy.
When you find one that works well in your gun, buy a bunch of it.
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