[THE TOOL]

i bought my marlin model 55E it came with a 7 round mag. and the standard 2 round i thought that was odd at the time i wondered if there are any others out there.

[Don Braatz]

Quote:       Originally Posted by william osborne

i would like 2 buy 1 do u know any 1 who has 1?

I have one for sale but do not know how to get it to you legally. I live in CA and every thing has to go through a licensed gun dealer. I see one was described as worth about $100 in above comments or questions. I don't know if it would be worth the money to pay a dealer and the postage to get one of these old long shotguns

[skybuthter]

I have been looking for the magazine for my gun--it appears to be selling for around $49 plus shipping if you can find one--I can't find one. I'd value my gun at least $175 and it's not prime condition. Anyone have a spare magazine for sale?

[skybuthter]

You can find an FFL Dealer thru gunsamerica.com website and arrange it that way. The instructions are posted on their website. Cost looks pretty reasonable.

I also would like to buy another Marlin Goose Gun for a fair price.

[deerehunter]

I just bought a marlin model 10 ga that says "the original super goose gun" on the side of it and it shoots 3.5 inch shells. this gun is in great condition with few scrathes and still has the original marlin leather sling with it. I pain $320 for it tax and all, but mostly gave so much for it to put in my collection of bolt shotguns. I am just looking for a bolt 16ga now. well this is my first post on here, since I just joined mainly because of these tread. Thanks for your time.

[TB64]

Quote:       Originally Posted by Coeloptera

A friend of my wife's is storing some stuff in our garage until he gets his new place and I noticed he had an interesting-looking firearm that he didn't know much about aside from the fact that it was his grandfather's. A quick look showed me it was a Marlin Arms Model 55 "Goose Gun". It's not in bad shape, but there does seem to be some rust buildup or some sort of corrosion along the outside of the barrel (which seems odd to me, but I haven't had a chance to really look it over), and the wood definitely needs some care. I told him I'd take care of it and, over the next week. I'll be working on it and also checking the bolt, magazine, and springs (I'm no gunsmith, but I can do that much). Now here's what I'm wondering. The gun seems to have a serial number stamped into the barrel and a little stamp that says "JM" inside of an arc near the manufacturer's information. The butt plate has been replaced, and I'm not sure the strap rings are original, either. Is it possible to determine date and place of manufacture with the serial number? Also, I have no clue what these things are worth (I can't imagine too much), but he'd just like to know. So, can anyone help me out? Also, what's the deal with that seems to be a two-round box mag? My camera's being borrowed right now. I'll have pics probably in a day or two. - Coeloptera

I just bought a 12ga model 55 goose gun myself at a pawn shop for $170.00. It's in excellant shape, although I was a bit affraid of it because it was very dirty, but whe I got home with it and cleaned it up it almost looked brand new. But the two round clip doesn't want to load the second round, so I was search the internet for one.
one more thing about this goose gun was it also has the same two strap rings on it and I bought a leather strap and put it on but the barrel is so long it would be hard to carry it like that for more than a few minute because you would have to be so care or you would be hitting everything with it. But it does give you a place to put it for a minute and also looks good.
I am very happy with this gun!
And I can hardly wait to shoot it.
TB64

[XIDshooter]

Quote:       Originally Posted by robbinsj

I was reading your post and wondered if you could help me. I just recently purchased a very old model 55 with a 20" barrel. This is neither the slug gun version with the rifled barrel nor the swamp gun with the poly choke. It looks like it had a peep sight at the rear left side of the receiver. The two screws are still on the gun, but no sight. The gun is a real fixer-up which I am in the process of reblueing and refinishing. Does anyone know anything about this shotgun? robbinsj

I picked up a Mod.55 the other day with the peep sight in tact and with what I think is the original strap.
Went to my LGS to pick up a Mod.80 "parts gun" and this one followed me home too.
Take the first 2 # of the serial number and subtract 100 to get the year of manufacture.(I think thats how it works).
Mine starts with 26 so it was made in 1974.

[satyr1965]

I have a 1973 Model 55 Goose gun that needs a new stock. I have a 2 round magazine but would also be interested in buying another. Any leads ?

[hedrok]

Xidshooter...Can you tell me about the sight shown in the photos? I have an old 55...36" bbl and am looking for the peep sight, but have not seen one until now. A name would sure help.
Thanks

[XIDshooter]

Quote:       Originally Posted by hedrok

Xidshooter...Can you tell me about the sight shown in the photos? I have an old 55...36" bbl and am looking for the peep sight, but have not seen one until now. A name would sure help. Thanks

As far as I know it is a Marlin sight,the same one as on their 22s but the mounting holes are spaced farther apart.
I actually bought the gun for the peep sight because I wanted it for my Mod.80 but the factory holes are too close together.

[BradS]

I have a Marlin 55 12 gauge I inherited from my grandfather. It has the 2 round clip and is in pretty good shape. The stock has some scratches from use, but the barrel is in great shape w/no rust or scratches. It has the adjustable choke as well.

I'd sell it for $125.

I live in south-central Texas, but I travel a lot for work. I'd be willing to meet up for payment/delivery. If interested, email me at bslvsmopar@msn.com.

Thanks
Brad

[sniper762]

moose, here's the blue book's value

MODEL 55 GOOSE GUN
similar to Model 55, except 12 ga. only, 36 in. full choke barrel, 3 in. chamber, 2 shot mag., leather carrying strap and detachable swivels, walnut stock with rubber recoil pad, 8 lbs. Mfg. 1962-96.
100% 98% 95% 90% 80% 70% 60%
$235 $185 $145 $125 $115 $100 $90
Last MSR was $308.

i took one and mounted a scope on it. it makes a mean slug gun for deer where rifles are prohibited.

[greenhead]

anyone willing to part with shotgun? I'm interested and would be willing to work out a deal..

looking for a 10 ga modle.. but the right 12 gage would fit the bill

please email me back at eostahowski@yahoo.com

thanks

[waltmandan]

Quote:       Originally Posted by samuel

Nope,same price,$100.in 100% condition with adjustible choke.You can pick up 3"mags about anywhere they sell shotgun shells but they must be non-toxic for waterfowl. (Steel,Bismouth,Tungsten.) ,,,sam.

in great condition that is a really good gun gun dont let any one tell you differnt
just get it clean and then sell ok that gun is a champion gun my father won sever compitions with the same gun that i have and it in great condition you can prob get alot more this gun has alot of power that most 12 guages dont have and a tight pattern for buck shot

[cjleete]

2 round mag limit is pretty universal on shotguns for fowling. I don't know why you you would want to push the legal envelope with an extended magazine, there are certainly less clumsy shotguns more suitable for home defense.

[911JB]

I own a Marlin 512 slugmaster and a Glenfield model 50 and the bolts and magazines are interchangeable between those two models. Weather the Marlin 55 falls into that category or not I am unsure. But, for those of you that are looking for a magazine, it might be worth a try.

[Mike do]

Quote:       Originally Posted by william osborne

i would like 2 buy 1 do u know any 1 who has 1?

I have one for sale it fires and works well, it does have some rust on barrel, like most seem too.

[Mike do]

I have 1 for sale. 1Marlin 55 12 Gauge. Mike-Do@live.com

[DANA]

I have a 5510 10 Ga.

DANA