Originally Posted by Semisane

I bought it last September. My son is a auto mechanic. He told me about a customer of his that had a .357 Marlin in his closet for years, new in the box - never been fired, that he wanted to sell. I've always wanted one, so I contacted the guy to check it out. It was indeed new in the box, with original factory grease. After a little negotiating I got it for $450 which I think was a bargain.