Marlin 336 value - 35 Remington

[Dan Forrester]

Can anyone help me out with a fair value on a Marlin 336 chambered in 35 Remington I would like to purchase? I see the prices on Gunbroker are all over the place but many of course have no bids. I really don’t see many lever actions down here in Florida so I’m not sure how much they go for.

The gun overall looks to be in good condition. A little surface rust here and there as can be seen in the pictures but nothing serious. According to the current owner his brother had it drilled and taped for a scope rail but I think it’s factory based on what I believe to be the manufacture date. The bore looks fine but the rear sight is bent or misaligned as can be seen in the picture. It doesn’t have the cross bolt safety which is nice. The serial number is 23167xxx which puts its production date in 1977 I believe.

I do reload so ammo shouldn’t be a problem as long as I can get brass. Unfortunately only Hornady still makes 35 Remington brass but at least I can still get it.

The current owner is a long time neighbor of mine so I would like to give him a fair price for it where everyone will be happy.

Thank you for any info you can give me on this firearm.

Dan

 

[someguy2800]

things have gotten crazy in the lever action market lately but I would value that at around $600 if it was sold in a brick and morter store. Could go higher in an online auction.

 

[Seedy Character]

I concur

$600 is good

 

[jmr40]

The safety came in 1982 I believe. The 1970's and early 80's era Marlins are my favorites. While the metal parts have remained pretty much the same, stock designs have varied quite a bit over the years. Many of the 336's made prior to the 70's and almost all of them made since the mid 80's have a much thicker forend which I do not like. Many do not have the fluted comb that the rifle in the pics has. And it has the gold trigger. Those are all touches most people never notice but add value to a rifle for me.

$600 is probably fair, especially if you're buying. But 35's have always been less common and for me that particular rifle is one I'd pay a premium to get if I wanted another.

You'd be surprised at how many people think the bulls eye trademark on the butt stock is supposed to be where you mount sling studs. I see a lot of them ruined with studs in that spot. I'd add studs to mount a sling if I bought it, just don't drill the hole there. They should go about 1/2 way between the bulls eye and butt.

While it wouldn't be original, I'd take the white spacers off the butt stock and grip cap. I wouldn't throw them away because they could always be put back on if you decide to sell it. To me they look a little tacky. And they always turn yellow. They can be taken off, cleaned, and put back on if you choose, but I just think the rifle looks better without them.

 

[Rubone]

I gave $550 for this one a couple years ago, just as it is with the scope and hinged mounts. Much better finish with no surface rust on it.

 

[3Crows]

Not pretending to be an expert but for myself. Unless I wanted that gun strictly to hunt with then it has too much rust and pitting for me. I would pass. I would not give a premium price for that rifle based on the rust and pitting though I imagine it is a completely functional hunting rifle. I just got this thing against rust which is why I would want somebody to Tazer me if I were to consider anything other than stainless steel and especially in a humid climate. Of course I just bought a brand new blued marlin GBL so I cannot even live up to my standard.

I do not know, maybe $500? If it were sans rust and pitting, pre CBS, easily $1000.

 

[earlthegoat2]

I keep an eye on these pretty closely and they are selling(as in actually being sold) for $700-$800 in less than perfect condition regardless of what era they are from in GA. If they are less common in FL, they could go for more.

If Ruger can ever get Marlin lever action production ramped up the price should come down.

I would not feel bad about offering $600 to the neighbor for a convenient sale to a close acquaintance.

 

[red rick]

I agree in that condition $500 to $600 dollars .

 

[Dan Forrester]

I appreciate everyones time helping me determine a fair price for this gun. Seems like the consensus here is $600 so that is what I will offer.

Thanks again,

Dan

 

[herrwalther]

20 round ammo boxes are going for close to 100 on Gunbroker and brass is the hardest component of them all to find. Take that into account before bidding.

I love my 35 Remington Marlin. But the scarcity of ammo means it has taken a back seat as main hunting rifle in my house. I bought a WWI surplus 30-06 to take over that role. Lever prices have gone up steeper than most other rifles. 600 would be a good price and they can easily climb into the 1000 plus range.

 

[Rubone]

I bought my 336 in .35 to complement my Model 81 Remington. Wish I had bought a bunch of ammo 5 years ago when it was available almost anywhere.....

 

[351 WINCHESTER]

Our lgs had a very nice on with a 2/3 magazine that they sold for $350. last year. It was in better shape than the one you want to buy.

 

[shootstraight57]

I purchased mine in 1977. Used it solely for hunting heavy woods. Taken many deer and the over the years.
I have been collecting ammo when I see it here and there. The prices varied from $20 a box to $39 dollars a box. Loved the gun and the way it handles so even at $600 dollars it would be a steal.
The scope mount drilling and tapping came factory so I wouldn't worry about that.

 

[BRatigan]

That firearm will clean up beautifully if done right. It's a beauty and I hope you get it. The above bandied about prices seen quite fair. 6 for a friend, 8 for a friend of a friend and 10 to 12 for a retail sale based on what I've seen online.

 

[Ks5shooter]

"JM" marked guns will fetch the best money.