Marlin 336RC in 32 special

243win

243win

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How popular are these and what would a rough value of one be? I believe i found its manufacture date (1952). Its condition; had surface rust as it wasn't stored well but i managed to clean it up with fine steel wool and oil, its still tight and the bore is excellent as I dont think its been shot much. Just a rough range on its value I know with no pics its hard to gauge but shouldn't be that hard should it? I'm just not familiar with marlins and wanted to make sure I don't have something rare being its caliber of 32 special.
Thanks in advance
 
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Not uncommon & value depends on a couple factors.

Unaltered original condition as well as honest wear, not abuse maybe $500 or $550.

Pre Remington days, which I believe your RC Regular Carbine will be with no cross bolt should command more than Remlins...

Pics? Serial #, at least the first two digits will tell you year of manufacture...

Cheers
Jay
 
Where do I search the age? I tried Marlins web site but did not see where to search the serial number, Im assuming pre 74 the quality is better?
 
243win said:
Ok I found one site indicating it was made in 1952, so does make its value a bit higher?
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If it's a 1952 made then it's an early 336 model (1948 was the first year for 336) and should be a 'waffle top'. That is to say there should be wavy lines etched into the top of the receiver and it *shouldnt* be drilled and tapped for scope mounts. If it's an original, unmolested 'waffletop' in 32 Special, it does have a bit of extra collectors value... or maybe not. Many guys want a Marlin 336 to use with a scope so if it's undrilled, they may not be as interested. However the 1950s Marlin 336's are some of the nicest Marlin ever made and in 32 Special, and equipped with a peep sight if desired, will make for an excellent hunting rifle.
 
Coolhand_Luke said:
If it's a 1952 made then it's an early 336 model (1948 was the first year for 336) and should be a 'waffle top'. That is to say there should be wavy lines etched into the top of the receiver and it *shouldnt* be drilled and tapped for scope mounts. If it's an original, unmolested 'waffletop' in 32 Special, it does have a bit of extra collectors value... or maybe not. Many guys want a Marlin 336 to use with a scope so if it's undrilled, they may not be as interested. However the 1950s Marlin 336's are some of the nicest Marlin ever made and in 32 Special, and equipped with a peep sight if desired, will make for an excellent hunting rifle.
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Yes Its a waffle top that hasn't been drilled. Thanks CHL
 
243win said:
Yes Its a waffle top that hasn't been drilled. Thanks CHL
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That adds value for the collector, not so much for a hunter who mostly want to mount a scope.

Not a criticism, they are nice rifles! (But my old eyes need a scope, ugh!)

Cheers
Jay
 
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