Marlin Model 43

[RickSebastian]

I just inherited a Marlin model 43 .12 gage pump action shotgun, as well as a Remington 30.06. I'm told both are at least 70 years old, but I have no idea how to verify their age.

Both guns were shipped in a transit case. The Marlin shotgun suffered some damage to the butt stock in transit. 5 small pieces of the butt were chipped off around the crown where it connects to the gun itself. All 5 pieces were in the transit case and connect together like a jigsaw puzzle perfectly. So I'm assuming they can be re-attached (glued?) fairly easily. Is this something I should attemt to do myself? Or is this something I need to take to a gunsmith to be done professionally? I assume keeping the original butt would be a good idea to help retain it's value. Does this make sense?

I know absolutely NOTHING about these weapons. But since I now own them, I would like to make sure I'm doing what I can to ensure they're maintained and preserved appropriately.

Lastly, can someone tell me where can I find instructions on how to operate, clean, and maintain these weapons?

Thanks in advance for all your help.

Rick

 

[Clemson]

Brownell's Accraglass is the right glue to put your stock back together. Numrich will sell you a new buttstock for $30, so don't spend a lot of time worrying about it unless you have some sentimental attachment to that particular stock

http://www.e-gunparts.com/productschem.asp?chrMasterModel=082Zz43

Marlin may be able to provide you with a manual of some sort.

Clemson

 

[RickSebastian]

Thanks for the quick reply! I really appreciate the help.

Rick

 

[Chawbaccer]

Contact Marlin and Remington, they will get you instructions. You might find what you need on their web sites.