Marlin Model 39-A Lever Action Rifle in .22 S/L/LR with 24 in Barrel, Blued Steel, Iron Sights (1948)
This Marlin Model 39-A is a post-WWII, U.S.-made lever-action rimfire rifle manufactured in 1948. It is marked with "The Marlin Firearms Co." and "Model 39-A" along with the New Haven, Conn. U.S.A. address and the caliber marking ".22 S.L. & L.R." The rifle features takedown-style construction with a large knurled takedown screw, a tubular magazine, and an external-hammer lever-action design.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Overall Mechanics: The action has been tested and functions as intended.
Overall Finish: The finish shows noticeable wear consistent with use and handling.
Overall Wood Condition: The wood shows wear consistent with handling and use.
Specific Condition Notes: Custom numbers are carved into the bottom of the receiver. There is pitting on the receiver. There is a large scratch on the fore-end. There is pitting on the lever, barrel, and magazine tube.
What's Included
- Marlin Model 39-A lever action rifle
Chambered in .22 S/L/LR, this Model 39-A is set up with a 24 in steel barrel and a tubular magazine with a knurled magazine tube end cap at the muzzle. The stated capacity is 15+1.
The rifle is configured with iron sights, including a front sight mounted on a ramp/base. A scope mount is present.
Construction details include a blued steel receiver and blued finish, paired with a straight-grip, uncheckered wood stock and a wood forend. Length of pull is listed at 13.0.
Markings and visible details include the barrel rollmark with manufacturer and model identification, the New Haven, Conn. U.S.A. address, and the caliber marking. An additional numeric stamping "543243" is visible below the serial marking. No cross-bolt safety is visible.