1952 336rc on the way

blgoode · 11-22-2010, 04:15 AM

I have had the itch to get a second MArlin 336 for a while. This one popped up and I was able to procure a trade with the semi local owner. I am hoping this gun is still robust to get alot of use out of.

Anyone have any time with an old Marlin such as this to make me hope it isnt just an oldy goldy for the gun cabinet?

Looks pretty good so far. Owner says it shoots fine.

Backwoods7 · 11-22-2010, 10:19 AM

My marlin 336 was bought new by a family member in 1955 and still shoots great. I shot a 10 shot group that could be coverd by a half dollar. Mine looks just like yours except it has a scope on it the older marlins are the best ones I think. I tell ya somethin if it's taken care of your great grandchildren will be useing it and probobly there kids.

Bocajnala · 11-22-2010, 10:25 AM

That gun should still shoot great! It looks awesome from the pictures. I'm thinking about using my marlin .30-30 exclusively this year. I typically only carry it while still hunting or while driving, but I put a scope on it this past summer, and have it ready to go! Nice buy!
-Jake

blgoode · 11-22-2010, 11:44 AM

You guys have me extra excited!!!

35REM180grFP · 11-22-2010, 12:51 PM

i bought a marlin 336rc in 35rem which i purchased last year. you can see the carry wear with a right handed person carried it. shoots awsome with either 200 or 180gr. handloads. i love this gun. anyone know where i can find the year of when this gun was made? s/n= AD 8**5

blgoode · 11-22-2010, 03:04 PM

Looks like it's a 68'
http://www.marlin-collectors.com/for...pic.php?t=2288

35REM180grFP · 11-22-2010, 03:13 PM

ty for the info. i do agree the older marlins are much better. i used to own one of those stainless 30-30's when they first came out. makes me want to pick up another. my buddy has an oddball one. i have only seen one of it's kind. i think it was a 336a or c with a 24" bbl and the fore end and rear were differant than most.