J.C. Higgins Model 45 .30-30 Lever-Action Rifle, 20 in Barrel, 6-Round, 1962 Sears/Marlin Variant
This J.C. Higgins Model 45 is a Sears Roebuck house-brand lever-action in .30-30, made by Marlin as a variant of the 336C. It features a 20 in round barrel, a full-length tubular magazine, and side ejection with a solid-top receiver. The barrel carries the correct Sears markings and cursive "J.C. Higgins," and the W-prefix serial range indicates 1962 production.
An aftermarket KICK-EEZ recoil pad is installed, with a 13.0 in length of pull.
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: The rifle shows blemishing and scratching to the exterior surfaces. The bore exhibits mild fouling. The buttstock pad has been replaced with an aftermarket KICK-EEZ recoil pad.
What's Included
- J.C. Higgins Model 45 .30-30 lever-action rifle
Marlin manufactured this Sears-branded Model 45, aligning it closely with the Marlin 336C in layout and operation. The barrel is marked "SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO. 103.450 MODEL 45 CAL. 30-30" with the cursive "J.C. Higgins," and the Sears code 103.450 is present.
A W-prefix serial range denotes 1962 production.
Built on a blued steel receiver and barrel, this rifle uses a lever-action system with side ejection and a solid-top receiver. It feeds from a full-length tubular magazine with a 6-round capacity and loads via a right-side loading gate. There is no cross-bolt safety, and the hammer is exposed.
The 20 in round barrel pairs with open iron sights: an adjustable rear sight with a stepped elevator and a bead front on a ramped base. The receiver top is drilled and tapped in a four-hole pattern, with plug screws installed. No sight hood is fitted.
The stock set is hardwood with an uncheckered pistol-grip buttstock and matching forearm. An aftermarket KICK-EEZ recoil pad is installed, setting the length of pull at 13.0 in. The blued finish and steel construction reflect the period-correct configuration.