Mell How to determine year of manufacture Marlin rifle?
Open the lever and look at the lower tang. The serial number should be there. Marlin lever actions 1870’s-WWI, Ballards, and single shot rifles! Hi, new member, just joined today. I have a Model 60SS that I determined that the Manufacure year is 1996. I bought this rifle in 1997 and this fits.
What was the serial number for the Marlin 1895?
The early Model 1895’s had the “B” serial number prefix up to 1977, when they went to the other system of serializing where you subtract the first two digits from 100. The JM you mention is the proof mark applied to all Marlin rifles.
What does JM stand for in Marlin rifle?
The JM you mention is the proof mark applied to all Marlin rifles. It stands for John Marlin, the founder of the company. I hope this helps. I am fairly new to this lever action thing but I am surely enjoying this 1895. Got a sweet feel.
What does the B stand for on a Marlin rifle?
The early Model 1895’s had the “B” serial number prefix up to 1977, when they went to the other system of serializing where you subtract the first two digits from 100. The JM you mention is the proof mark applied to all Marlin rifles. It stands for John Marlin, the founder of the company. I hope this helps.
What kind of rifle is the Marlin 1891?
Marlin Model 1891, second variation, .32 Rimfire lever action rifle. Rifle has a scarce 24” round barrel with good bore, some areas of roughness. For the age of this fine piece it is in good …Click for more info NEW THIS WEEK! Marlin 1881 Lever action. SN is 178xx, made in 1888.
When did the.32 Winchester Special come out?
This cartridge is based on the .30-30 Winchester cartridge of 1895, but differs from the .30-30 in bullet diameter. More significantly, Winchester decreased the rate of rifling twist in their Model 94 rifle, from 1:12 when chambered for the .30-30 to 1:16 when chambered for the .32 Winchester Special.