Marlin Model 783 .22 WMR Bolt-Action Rifle - 22-inch Micro-Groove Barrel, Tube-Fed, Walnut Monte Carlo Stock, 1986 North Haven USA
This Marlin Model 783 is a tube-fed .22 WMR bolt-action rifle built in North Haven, Connecticut in 1986 (serial prefix 14). It features a 22-inch steel Micro-Groove barrel, a walnut Monte Carlo stock with checkering, and classic iron sights. The receiver top includes integral 3/8-inch tip-off scope grooves, and a visible red cocking indicator provides quick status at a glance.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are light signs of wear and handling present. Areas of surface rust are visible.
What’s Included
- Marlin Model 783 .22 WMR bolt-action rifle
Manufactured in North Haven, Connecticut, this Model 783 dates to 1986 and carries the correct barrel rollmark. The rifle is chambered in .22 WMR and uses a tube magazine with a 15+1 capacity, pairing classic Marlin rimfire design with magnum rimfire performance.
The 22-inch steel barrel uses Marlin’s Micro-Groove rifling, noted here in excellent condition with a clean, mirror-bright bore. The setup is complemented by a hooded ramp front sight and an adjustable semi-buckhorn rear leaf with a stepped elevator for straightforward sight regulation.
The receiver top includes integral 3/8-inch tip-off scope grooves, offering an easy path to mount rings compatible with this pattern. A visible red cocking indicator provides immediate visual confirmation of the striker status, and a two-position push-button safety controls the action.
The walnut Monte Carlo stock features checkering at the fore-end and pistol grip for secure handling. Additional stock details include a rear sling swivel loop, a hard-rubber buttplate with a white line spacer, and a 13.5-inch length of pull. Overall length is 41 inches with an approximate weight of 6 lb.