Recent content by ColoDave

I believe if I remember correctly, the original marlin 22 cal lever action was the 1892, then the 1897, and then to the 39's and 39A etc.....

Hi rdholmes and Welcome.. on looking at the dating chart it appears that your 39a was built in 1947. Hope you enjoy your stay here and be sure to post a picture of your beauty.

Welcome Speed Six -- The L serial number puts it a 1954 .. I'm sure the experts here -- I'm not -- will be able to assist on the advice part... Good to have you here.

Hi Mo I actually found this forum while researching take-down of this beauty, as I pretty much know that it's never had a real good cleaning. I also shudder to think how many bricks of stingers have been ingested by this gun. Now I find out that just one could have broken the bolt. I looked...

Hi guys -- The newest member here. I have an older model 39 with a 4 digit serial number and will appreciate being able to banter with you guys. I've read all 135 pages of posts and now couldn't help myself any longer. I got my marlin from an old hunting buddy's wife after he past away. I...