Marlin Firearms Co. Model 39A .22 S/L/LR 24” Lever Action Rifle 1951 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,007.25
LSB#: LSB250516JB016
Make: Marlin
Model: 39A
Serial Number: H6330
Year of Manufacture: 1951 (H Prefix), C&R
Caliber: .22 Short, Long & Long Rifle
Action Type: Lever Action, Tube Magazine Fed
Barrel Length: 24”, Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade, dovetailed to a serrated, ramped base that is screwed to the barrel. The base is slotted for a hood (none present). The rear sight is a u-notch elevator sight dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the receiver is drilled, tapped, and filled. The top tang has a pair of drilled, tapped, and filled holes for a tang sight (none present). The left side of the receiver is drilled, tapped, and filled for a receiver sight (none present).
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two piece smooth walnut set with a capped forearm, capped pistol grip, fluted straight comb, and serrated black hard rubber buttplate. The belly has a Marlin “Bullseye”. There are a few minor compressions. The LOP measures 13 ½” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate has some modest wear. There are no chips or cracks. The stocks rate in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no notable erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is thinning on the leading edges and at the muzzle. There is intermittent oxidation. The screw heads are sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This rifle has a half-cock safety. The action is smooth and the trigger is crisp. 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: None.
Our Assessment: The Marlin Model 39A is a lever-action rifle chambered for .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle cartridges. Introduced in 1939 as an evolution of the earlier Model 39, it featured several enhancements, including a 24-inch round barrel and a longer, beavertail-style forearm. Production was halted during World War II (1942–1944) and resumed in 1945. In 1946, Marlin transitioned from case-hardened to blued receivers, and the serial number prefix was changed to a lowercase ‘c’. This Model 39A manufactured in 1951 exhibits these post-war features: a blued receiver, a 24-inch round barrel, and a full-length magazine tube. The rifle’s takedown design allows for easy disassembly using a coin to unscrew the action bolt, facilitating convenient cleaning and maintenance. Renowned for its accuracy and reliability, the Model 39A has earned a reputation as one of the finest .22 caliber lever-action rifles ever produced. Its enduring design and performance have made it a favorite among shooting enthusiasts and collectors alike.? Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
