Inherited Marlin .35 and have ?'s

BigHog · 03-12-2008, 08:11 PM

I inherited a Marlin Lever Action Rifle and I have a few questions about it. The rifle says The Marlin Rifle Firearms Co. NEW HAVEN, CONN U.S.A. EST 1870-MICRO GROOVE BARREL-MOD 336-R.C. CAL .35 REM. S/N AD##### (Not sure if I should be posting the complete serial number). It has the initials JM on the trigger and right side of the barrel. The trigger appears to be a gold tone color.

I am looking for an idea of how old the rifle is and what is the difference between the 336 models. I have heard of A/W/C/RC models. I would also like some overall thoughts on the rifle. Is she good for target shooting, hunting (if so what size game) or should she just go on display.

If you require any additional information, just ask. I really don’t know what else to provide. I have never gone hunting, but my brother in-law is trying to talk me into it. If so, is this a good rifle for hunting? Should I put a scope on her? Thanks in advance for any feedback.

texnmidwest · 03-12-2008, 08:17 PM

Look at the first two numbers of your serial number that is the date of manufacture. so if it starts 75xxx then it was made in 75. The RC is a great gun solid made.

Great caliber for deer and black bear at close range. Although not a tack driver I got pretty respectable hunting accuracy out of mine. I loved mine and kinda regret selling it.

Differences in models is cosmetic. Same great action. Same great gun.

BigHog · 03-12-2008, 08:18 PM

Thanks, it is 83 so she was built in 1983?

turner · 03-12-2008, 08:29 PM

Big Hog,
You've just inherited one of the best woods deer and black bear rifles ever built. And, better yet, because of the new LeverEvolution ammo, it's gotten even better. I own and have owned a BUNCH of deer rifles and there is no way any serious hunter could tell you that a .35 is not among the BEST 200 yard (with LE ammo) deer rifles around. The Marlin lever platform is a great rifle and a very good handling rifle as well. My suggestion.... spend $200. on a Leupold 1-4x20 XVI with heavy duplex reticle and know that the combo you are hunting with is difficult to beat...at any price. Congrats!

03-12-2008, 08:11 PM	#1
BigHog Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2	I inherited a Marlin Lever Action Rifle and I have a few questions about it. The rifle says The Marlin Rifle Firearms Co. NEW HAVEN, CONN U.S.A. EST 1870-MICRO GROOVE BARREL-MOD 336-R.C. CAL .35 REM. S/N AD##### (Not sure if I should be posting the complete serial number). It has the initials JM on the trigger and right side of the barrel. The trigger appears to be a gold tone color. I am looking for an idea of how old the rifle is and what is the difference between the 336 models. I have heard of A/W/C/RC models. I would also like some overall thoughts on the rifle. Is she good for target shooting, hunting (if so what size game) or should she just go on display. If you require any additional information, just ask. I really don’t know what else to provide. I have never gone hunting, but my brother in-law is trying to talk me into it. If so, is this a good rifle for hunting? Should I put a scope on her? Thanks in advance for any feedback. Last edited by BigHog; 03-12-2008 at 08:17 PM.

03-12-2008, 08:17 PM	#2
texnmidwest Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 2,557	Look at the first two numbers of your serial number that is the date of manufacture. so if it starts 75xxx then it was made in 75. The RC is a great gun solid made. Great caliber for deer and black bear at close range. Although not a tack driver I got pretty respectable hunting accuracy out of mine. I loved mine and kinda regret selling it. Differences in models is cosmetic. Same great action. Same great gun. __________________ "Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati" (If all else fails play dead)

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03-12-2008, 08:18 PM	#3
BigHog Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2	Thanks, it is 83 so she was built in 1983?

03-12-2008, 08:29 PM	#4
turner Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tn Posts: 623	*Big Hog,* You've just inherited one of the best woods deer and black bear rifles ever built. And, better yet, because of the new LeverEvolution ammo, it's gotten even better. I own and have owned a BUNCH of deer rifles and there is no way any serious hunter could tell you that a .35 is not among the BEST 200 yard (with LE ammo) deer rifles around. The Marlin lever platform is a great rifle and a very good handling rifle as well. My suggestion.... spend $200. on a Leupold 1-4x20 XVI with heavy duplex reticle and know that the combo you are hunting with is difficult to beat...at any price. Congrats!