Marlin Model 39A Original Golden .22 LR Lever-Action Rifle, 24" Micro-Groove Barrel, 1978 Production
Built in 1978, this Marlin Model 39A Original Golden offers the long-running 39 platform in a collectible late-1970s configuration. Its takedown design, 24-inch Micro-Groove barrel, and 19+1 capacity combine classic handling with impressive range time economy. A gold-anodized trigger and factory scope mount rail add practical and aesthetic appeal for shooters and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
The metal surfaces display light scratching, scuffing, and small blemishes consistent with normal field use. The walnut furniture shows moderate scattered scratches and scuffs but remains structurally solid.
What’s Included
- Marlin Model 39A Original Golden rifle with factory iron sights and scope mount rail
This 39A is a full-size lever gun chambered for .22 LR and also capable of cycling .22 Short and .22 Long, making it versatile for plinking, small-game work, or rimfire matches. The 24-inch blued steel barrel uses Marlin’s Micro-Groove rifling to maximize accuracy with modern .22 loads.
A single takedown screw lets the rifle break into two compact halves for easy transport or maintenance—a hallmark of the 39 series since its inception. The 19-round tubular magazine provides generous capacity without compromising the rifle’s classic lines.
An external hammer and smooth lever throw maintain the familiar feel that has made the 39A the longest-running shoulder arm in continuous production.