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Marlin Model 97

dgtlclosedgtlclose Member Posts: 5 ✭✭
edited November 2001 in Ask the Experts
I have a Marlin Model 97 that needs repair. The lever won't push the bolt back and forth, but it does slide easily when I have the gun apart.

Parts for this .22 Long rifle made between 1906 and 1922 are hard to find.

Does anyone know if any/some of the current production Model 39 parts will fit in my Model 97? Which ones?

Aside from Jack First and Numrich, does anyone know of a parts source?

Thanks in advance. I'm new to this forum thing and the advice I got on my last topic was really helpful.

TK
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  • dgtlclosedgtlclose Member Posts: 5 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    My nephew received a "passed down" lever action .22 Marlin Model 97 w/ takedown. From the little I was able to find, this rifle was manufactured between 1905 and 1915. Serial number is very low (I think) A3xxx. I am no collector, I'd call the condition fair for a 100 year old rifle. Bluing is probably 60-70% on the barrel & receiver. It has a 24" octogon barrel. There are a couple misc chips on the forearm and a decent sized crack in the stock. Looking for any advise, experience, and/or resources to find out more about this little plinker. Any help is appreciated.

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  • dgtlclosedgtlclose Member Posts: 5 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have an old Marlin Model 97 lever action 22 I'd like to sale. What's it worth?On the barrel - Marlin Fire ARMS Co New-Haven CT USA PAT'D Nov 19,1878 April 9,1881 Aug12, 1890 March 1 1892 Above the trigger #326500It seems to be in good working condition with some pitting and a crack in the stock.Thanks, any info on the gun will help.dgtlclose@hotmail.com
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  • dgtlclosedgtlclose Member Posts: 5 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Does anyone know how to remove barrel on a marlin 97 22 caliber lever action rifle ?.
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  • Der GebirgsjagerDer Gebirgsjager Member Posts: 1,673 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Your rifle was in production from 1897-1922. It is collectable, but yours sounds like it's on the lower end of the scale, perhaps $200-$325. Some variations command a premium such as the 16 inch "Bicycle Rifle" and those with special sights. It would be worth your time to have it appraised by a dealer/collector in your area.
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