Marlin Firearms Collectors Association

Marlin Firearms by Brophy shows the Swamp Gun on page 429. Have one that is stamped "MARLIN SWAMP GUN" on the reciever, have another Model 55 that is the exact configuration but lacks the "MARLIN SWAMP GUN" stamping. Anyone know if some swamp guns were made without the stamping? ...

I have serial no. 3621. All other info is the same as what Camarrillo Smith contributed on 6/11/11.
Good luck on your project!

Bob, I have 173xxx deluxe in 32-40 marked SSS.
Ken

Don, were all of the post 1946 36's, 336's, and 39a's drilled and tapped on the left side of the reciever? THANKS!!

Timbolera, I would be very careful of refinishing the reciever. I have seen many Model 90's that have been buggered with. I can't tell you why but they have a tendancy to take on a plum color- very unnatural for a Marlin. Just one mans opinion- best of luck.
Ken

Jim, private message sent.

Nice work- my compliments on your photos!

Wishbone- I've wondered the same thing. I don't know whether or not to open a post unless I recognize the name.
Ken

I have 92 and 97 deluxes with blued bolts. Seems that the blued bolts retain their color better than other parts of the rifle.i've seen this trend in 1894's. I would not assume that the better colors on the bolt indicate that it may have been upgraded. I would not go high velocity based on color, ju...

I buy CCI long ammo to dispatch nusiances around the bird feeder. They are labeled "CB LONG" , the fine print says "sub sonic-low noise" They cost more than I like to spend for 22 ammo but it keeps the neighbor complaints down. Don't know why but the local supplier only stocks th...

This number does not show up as a 15" barrel on my Firearms Curios or Relics List put out by the BATF. However there is one in 38 cal. with the number 53545- could your 1 be a 4? Good luck!

redeagle, there is a 16 gauge magazine listed on Gunbroker Auction, item number 123618234. Good luck!
Ken

Larry, I suggest that you post them on this websight complete with photos and prices.

Tommykid, I have a model 17, a 19 and a 30 that I shoot. Prior to shooting I put them thru the safety tests posted on www.marauder.homestead.com Everything checked out ok and I shoot Federal target loads thru these guns without any problems.My biggest trouble is that t he forearms are fragile, I ten...

Wishbone, I can bring you a copy of Ricks engraving article. Will you be set up at Grand Forks?
Ken