Marlin Firearms Co. 336 Centennial .35 Remington JM Marked Lever Rifle, C&R
SOLD FOR: $1226
LSB#: 210920WW02
Make: Marlin
Model: 336 Centennial 1870-1970
Serial Number: 70 64962
Year of Manufacture: 1970
Caliber: .35 Remington
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full Length Mag Tube
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “THE MARLIN FIREARMS CO. NORTH HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. / EST. 1870-MICRO-GROOVE BARREL – MOD.336 CAL. 35 REM.”. The right side of the barrel at the receiver is marked with a circled “JM” proof. The upper tang is marked “70 64962”.
Barrel Length: 20”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade that is fixed to a serrated riser and screwed into the barrel. The rear sight is a flat top U-notch and elevator that is dovetailed to the barrel. Equipped to the top of the receiver via a rail two rings is a Weaver scope with 6-18x magnification and a tactical ballistic reticle. The scope shows some minor marks from handling. The lenses are unclouded. Overall, the scope rates in about Fine condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth wood with a banded forearm, capped pistol grip, one sling stud in the belly and one banded at the rear of the mag tube, a fluted straight comb, and a hard rubber checkered Marlin buttplate. There is a hole in the belly where the missing bullseye would normally be. The right side of the buttstock has a brass inlay depicting the Marlin rider and marked “MARLIN” and “1870 / 1970”. The wood shows some infrequently scattered light nicks and draglines, the most notable are on the bottom of the forearm. There are light marks on the grip cap. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the hard rubber buttplate. The buttplate shows a few spots of discoloration and light marks, the checkering is sharp. The stocks rate in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are some light marks on the side of the receiver and a few sparse marks on the barrel. There is some play between the magazine tube and the barrel. There is light operational wear on the bolt. The markings are clear. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tool marked with strong slots. Overall this rifle rates in about Fine-Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lever safety is present. The lever extends slightly past ninety degrees in the open position. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is the previously described scope and a JM hammer spur.
Our Assessment: This is an exceptionally clean 1870-1970 Centennial Marlin 336, indicated by the Brass Medallion in the stock. This fine lever-action rifle includes the Original ‘JM’ Marlin Hammer Spur which by itself commands $40 – $50+ on firearms sites. This rifle is certainly in good enough condition to take out on the hunt but this writer thinks it deserves to be preserved in its high condition in a collection. The rifle retains about 97% original finish with a bright bore and smooth mechanics. Please see our photos and good luck!