Marlin 98 semi-auto

kc518 · 05-02-2007, 08:04 AM

Does anyone have any information on a Marlin 98 semi-auto. I know that its tube fed through the stock, and that it is an older rifle. I was wondering if these guns are any good, or if they have jamming problems etc...and what a good price for a one would be.
Thanks

Bravo · 05-02-2007, 08:14 AM

I own one that is quite old (25-30 years), and it has always shot very well. At one point, it had jamming issues, but I realized that the gun was NEVER cleaned, and had probably had 5000 rounds shot through it. I completely stripped the gun down, scrubbed and cleaned every part, put oil where needed, and it works like a charm now. It's also quite accurate with iron sights. I'm not a huge fan of tube feed, but it seems to be more reliable than a magazine.

ArkansasHunter · 05-02-2007, 08:27 AM

kc518 Welcome to Gun and Game ! Were sure glad to have you aboard. A.H

Big Dog · 05-02-2007, 05:08 PM

Are you sure you don't mean the Marlin Model 88? It's an early butt-tube fed auto-loader with a tubular receiver of sheet metal and a beefier stock than is seen these days on .22LR rifles. Mine is fairly reliable, and extremely accurate. It really needs a better sight system - but has no provision for a scope or peep sight. Trigger is a bit mushy, but it's the nature of the beast.
Stripping for cleaning is an adventure the first time, but once you know the knack, it's not bad.

Bravo · 05-02-2007, 08:24 PM

I can't remember what model I have. All I know is that it has a wooden stock, is tube fed, holds about 9 rounds, and is a marlin semi-auto.

05-02-2007, 08:04 AM	#1
kc518 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1	Marlin 98 semi-auto Does anyone have any information on a Marlin 98 semi-auto. I know that its tube fed through the stock, and that it is an older rifle. I was wondering if these guns are any good, or if they have jamming problems etc...and what a good price for a one would be. Thanks

05-02-2007, 05:08 PM	#4
Big Dog Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 10,214	Are you sure you don't mean the Marlin Model 88? It's an early butt-tube fed auto-loader with a tubular receiver of sheet metal and a beefier stock than is seen these days on .22LR rifles. Mine is fairly reliable, and extremely accurate. It really needs a better sight system - but has no provision for a scope or peep sight. Trigger is a bit mushy, but it's the nature of the beast. Stripping for cleaning is an adventure the first time, but once you know the knack, it's not bad. __________________ Moderator of: AR15/M16, M14/M1A, New/Beginning Shooters and Militaria/Collectables.

05-02-2007, 08:14 AM	#2
Bravo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 1,897	I own one that is quite old (25-30 years), and it has always shot very well. At one point, it had jamming issues, but I realized that the gun was NEVER cleaned, and had probably had 5000 rounds shot through it. I completely stripped the gun down, scrubbed and cleaned every part, put oil where needed, and it works like a charm now. It's also quite accurate with iron sights. I'm not a huge fan of tube feed, but it seems to be more reliable than a magazine.

05-02-2007, 08:27 AM	#3
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,700	kc518 Welcome to Gun and Game ! Were sure glad to have you aboard. A.H

05-02-2007, 08:24 PM	#5
Bravo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 1,897	I can't remember what model I have. All I know is that it has a wooden stock, is tube fed, holds about 9 rounds, and is a marlin semi-auto.