Marlin 1936 Missing a stock

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I have been given a Marlin 1936 in 30-30 from my father. I know very little about it. I do know it is missing it's stock. Is new wood for this old beauty hard to come by? What's a fair price if I do stumble across one? Does a stock from a different Marlin work? Will post pics later, I think based on the serial it is from 1937 but if someone has a serial number list I would love to see it. Thanks guys.
 
What is the exact Model Number?

I have a "Sears model 45" rifle that came without a butt stock and when I researched it, it turned out to be a Marlin Model 336. A member here sold me a butt stock.
 
Need more info to help you out......post exactly what's stamped on the barrel and anything else you can see....we love guns here...post some pics
If it's a 336, which I suspect it is, then Boyd's is where I would shop to get your 'old beauty' back in working form
 
jonersmack said:
I have been given a Marlin 1936 in 30-30 from my father. I know very little about it. I do know it is missing it's stock. Is new wood for this old beauty hard to come by? What's a fair price if I do stumble across one? Does a stock from a different Marlin work? Will post pics later, I think based on the serial it is from 1937 but if someone has a serial number list I would love to see it. Thanks guys.
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If I recall correctly, the tangs of the Marlin 1936 are longer than the 336; the pistol grip may also be a different shape/curvature. So the stock from a 336 won't necessarily fit a 1936, and probably not without at least some reshaping/inletting. Keep in mind, too, that Marlin has changed their buttplates and other details over the years, so you'll have to do some work to make a 336 stock match. I've never seen a vintage 1936 stock sold separately, so you may need some luck finding one --- I'd expect to pay $150+ if one came around, considering that 336 stocks are usually in the $75+ range.

Here's some dimensions from Boyd's replacement 336 stocks that you can check against yours: h ttp://www.boydsgunstocks.com/product.htm?pid=12694

Top Tang width 1/2"
Top Tang length 3 1/16"
BottomTang width 9/16"
BottomTang length 3 1/8 "
Stock height at receiver 1 3/4 "
Stock width at receiver 1 1/2 "

Western Gunparts actually does carry replacement 336 stocks at a reasonable price; they often have them listed on Gunbroker. Other sources of replacements stocks, which will require fitting and finishing, are Macon Gunstocks and Precision Gunstocks --- both these are out of the US, but I've ordered replacement stocks from each and they've shipped to Canada.
 
Just behind the trigger it says Marlin model 1936. On the side of the barrel says Marlin firearms company 30-30. The serial number is 4595.

I can upload pics tomorrow when I'm not trying to use a smartphone to so it.

Thanks for the great info guys.
 
$150+ got a stock and a couple hours time for someone to put it on. Sounds like the stock is gonna run me $200-$300.

I wonder if this old beauty is worth the effort. What's the value on a early model 1935? I've looked elsewhere online and can only find what I would call wild speculation and bs guessing.
 
jonersmack said:
$150+ got a stock and a couple hours time for someone to put it on. Sounds like the stock is gonna run me $200-$300.

I wonder if this old beauty is worth the effort. What's the value on a early model 1935? I've looked elsewhere online and can only find what I would call wild speculation and bs guessing.
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Assuming the bore is in very good condition (no frosting/darkness), in the condition shown in the pictures and without the stock, I'd venture to say that $300 - $375 would be a reasonable expectation. A complete 1936 in the same condition is probably a sub-$700 rifle so you're unlikely to be ahead by restocking it if you're intention is to sell.
 
jonersmack said:
$150+ got a stock and a couple hours time for someone to put it on. Sounds like the stock is gonna run me $200-$300.

I wonder if this old beauty is worth the effort. What's the value on a early model 1935? I've looked elsewhere online and can only find what I would call wild speculation and bs guessing.
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You have a true model 1936 first generation they don't grow on trees only made for 2 years. I had a second generation model 1936 made in 41 which was actually a model 36 but they didn't stamp it that way until a few years later. These are both square bolt design, yours wouldn't be drilled and tapped on the left receiver side for a receiver sight, my second generation rifle was. In the early 50s they came out with the 336 which was drilled and tapped on top for scope mounts.

Mine happened to also be a PCMR issue rifle (pacific coast militia rangers) and I recently sold it for $775. Yours unfortunately will never have the original correct stock unless you really really luck out and find one but with new stocks it would still be desirable as a 'refinished' model 1936. 500 all day long I wouldn't sell it for less. Moreover if I was you I'd restock it and keep it. They're generally really good shooters and the square bolt design a thing of beauty. To restock it unless you're very handy with woodwork I'd get it done by someone who is. I don't think model 336 drop in stocks will 'drop in'. I'd be getting some prices from gunsmiths if I were you I think.
 
I digress...shame on me for assuming a model 1936 would be a '336'...I have learned something from this thread, and yes the square bolt design is very cool.....I withdraw my recommendation of a Boyds stock:redface:...my apologies
unless your whittlin' skills are good:p
 
Haven't had any luck finding an original model 1936 stock,
Tried to find one out of the US but no luck.

Any suggestion of a gunsmith who could find a stock for this rifle. I'll keep posting pics and updates a I go to keep the thread alive.

Thanks to everyone with the advice on this one. I'm not bad with most firearms but I've never had a lever. So thanks for the help guys.
 
Awe man .. its been 10 years or so since I was up on old Marlins I was sure there were custom stock makers in Canada but I can't think of anyone any more. Good on you for staying keen on this jonersmack if the bore is good and there's no major issues to the action its a worthy project. Here's what I'd recommend check out this forum

http://www.marlin-collectors.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=16&sid=0114e32790c592fbf83ce745cdb5e707

Post up your quest there and you'll find places stateside I'm sure that can make you a butt stock who knows maybe they're pre made somewhere sittin on a shelf!. With the export laws bumped up from the original $100 max you shouldn't have much trouble getting a stock sent up if you find what you want that's priced ok. They might even know of someone up here too. Good luck and keep us posted :)
 
Was just thinking I've still got a couple pics of my old 1936 showing its factory stock that might come in handy for you

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the C broad arrow stamp on this next one an add on obviously
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Anyone have a thought on if a stock for a Marlin Model 1893 stock will fit the Model 1936. I have been reading online and it seems that the Model 1893 is the predecessor of the 1936 and parts are interchangeable. I found new made model 1893 stocks for sale but no luck on a 1936 yet. So anyone more familiar with levers have any idea on this?
 
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