Marlin is a popular gun manufacturer brand in the United States. The .30-30 is a type of small-bore, sporting rifle cartridge found in many Marlin hunting rifles. Rifles that are chambered in .30-30 include the Marlin 336A and 336C model numbers. Each Marlin rifle is engraved with a unique serial number that can be used to trace its ownership. The location of the serial number varies with the age of the rifle.
Check the bottom part of the tang, or sight, under the level.
Look for the serial number on the top tang behind the hammer.
Check the back of the hammer for the serial number.
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Write to Marlin with information about your rifle, including model, serial number, caliber, and barrel markings. Marlin will furnish general information to you about the model. Marlin's address is: Marlin Firearms, P.O. Box 1871, Madison, NC 27025.
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Marlin 336 Serial Number Dating Code
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Marlin 336 Serial Number Dating Online
Apr 1, 2014 - Marlin Lever Action Centerfire Serial # Prefixes & Production Dating. There are many blank serial number lines that we know guns were made, but not recorded. However Model 336 production began in June 1948. I bought a Marlin 336-C in.35 Remington back in '68 or '69. At that time the difference between the 336 and 336-C was that the 'C' had a pistol grip and the 336 was a straight stock like the Winchester 94. I believe when they added the cross bolt safety, they tacked on the 'S'. P is the prefix for 1957. That is the serial number. They were under the lever until the late 60's then on the top tang after that. As far as value, it depends on condition, but I would say in good condition $250 - $350. Less if the rifle shows a lot of wear. The older ones in good condition actually bring a little more than the newer ones.
Age Of Marlin 336 By Serial Number
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