Made the mistake of going into the LGS this afternoon. In the rack they have a 336 w/ the short barrel... not full 20 inch... maybe 16-18 inches? Checkered, safety. Has a Weaver scope base mounted. Finish is above 98% on metal and wood. Wants $325. In every respect it looks new. Is this a good deal? Thought to buy it for my little brother. Other shops in area have some Marlins... in good used condition. Prices start at $400-425 up. If this post is out of place here, moderators please move or delete it, whatever is required.
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Need infor/price Marlin 336 .30-30
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diamonback68
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This maybe just me and my area, but I would be all over it at that price.
photobiker
Member
I'm with Diamonback. If you want one I'd be waiting on their door step tomorrow morning.
gordon21
Member
Double check to make sure it is really a 336. Marlin also made a 30AS model which was identical except for cheap wood. The metal parts are exactly the same. However, the 30AS will typically bring $70-100 less due to the wood. A 336 will have nice walnut front and rear. A 30AS (or other non-336 variation) will have birch stained a dark color. It's functional, but sure not walnut.
If it is truly a 336, take a few rounds with you, load and cycle them. If they all eject like clockwork, then jump all over that deal.
If it is truly a 336, take a few rounds with you, load and cycle them. If they all eject like clockwork, then jump all over that deal.
kozmic
Member
Great price for a 336C (Especially if it has a "JM" stamped on the barrel. It will be pre-"Remlin"). The 336C typically has a glossy 20" barrel, matte receiver and checked walnut stock. Could be a different Marlin variant. Field and Stream was selling Marlin 336W with scope, new for 399 bucks for Black Friday.
Bruce51
Member
Interesting find. You need to check it out a little closer as it may have more value than your typical 336.
There is the 336 Marauder carbine with 16 1/4" barrel made in 1963-1964.
If the barrel is 18 1/2"it may be the Texan.
There are quite a few Marlins with different barrel lengths.
You may want to get the serial number and do some research.
Does it have a saddle ring or a cross bolt safety?
The $325 cost may be a good deal. It just depends on which model 336 this rifle might be.
BLM
There is the 336 Marauder carbine with 16 1/4" barrel made in 1963-1964.
If the barrel is 18 1/2"it may be the Texan.
There are quite a few Marlins with different barrel lengths.
You may want to get the serial number and do some research.
Does it have a saddle ring or a cross bolt safety?
The $325 cost may be a good deal. It just depends on which model 336 this rifle might be.
BLM
OP
Am sure this rifle is modern... has cross-bolt safety and I am just about certain that I saw REM on the barrel in the manner that Remington does the proof mark on the barrel of a Remington Model 700. I know it is stupid, but I can't remember much about the stock except that it was wood, checkered nicely, possibly laminated? Barrel is not normal 20" length... short, certainly not more the 18 inches long. Buckhorn rear sight and standard gold bead front sight. Lever cycled smoothly.
Bruce51
Member
Maybe a 336BL 18" barrel large loop and a stock that appears laminated.
I have heard nothing good about the Remlins.
Maybe wait to find an older gun made by Marlin.
You can look at the Marlin website for their 336 models.
BLM
I have heard nothing good about the Remlins.
Maybe wait to find an older gun made by Marlin.
You can look at the Marlin website for their 336 models.
BLM
If it has a Remington proof mark on the barrel instead of a
JM proof mark, I'd pass. Lots of problems with the Marlin lever
guns after Remington acquired them. I read this on the Marlin
Collector's website.
JM proof mark, I'd pass. Lots of problems with the Marlin lever
guns after Remington acquired them. I read this on the Marlin
Collector's website.
shouldazagged
Absent Comrade
Agreed, hold out for a JM-marked 336. They are very fine rifles. I had one 40+ years ago that I loved, but traded it after a year or so on a Remington 700ADL. The 700 was great, but I wished later I had kept the Marlin as well.
Standard pre safety smooth walnut stocked 336s can be bought on GB
sometimes for $350 or less in VG condition. There are lots of them out
there that have seen only light use. The 336C with 20" barrel and
walnut stock with white spacers is the classic Marlin of fairly recent
manufacture. A nicer gun for sure than the Remlins.
sometimes for $350 or less in VG condition. There are lots of them out
there that have seen only light use. The 336C with 20" barrel and
walnut stock with white spacers is the classic Marlin of fairly recent
manufacture. A nicer gun for sure than the Remlins.
Farmer17
Member
There is a youth model with matte finish, shorter stock and barrel that Walmart sells for $369. I have heard that the current Remlins are fine guns and Remington has finally figured out the quality problems, but I would carefully look it over because they had pretty bad issues for a few years after the purchase of Marlin. I bought a 95% 336 JM with cross bolt a few months ago for $288, it has the cowboy front sight and doesn't have Walnut but the stocks are very attractive. Its nice to buy a box of 30/30 shells for under 14 bucks.
OP
Very much appreciate the suggestions/information. Prayed about it. Did some reading this morning while I had some time. Decided not to purchase it. Later on, keep my eyes open. See what comes up. Sincerely. brucev.
gordon21
Member
One last thought. Every pawn shop has at least one 336 in its racks. Chances are they are the old "good" ones from 20+ years ago. Probably marked $375-450 retail. But keep in kind that the shop owner probably got it for under $175. And he most likely has 20-200 long guns on display. Don't be bashful about offering $275 cash. It's right before x-mas and he NEEDS cash to loan out.
Just a thought...........
Just a thought...........
