Marlin Firearms Co Model 336CB 336-CB 38-55 Winchester 24? Lever Rifle 2003
SOLD FOR: $1075
WOA#: WY230516WW001
Make: Marlin
Model: 336CB
Serial Number: 97204941
Year of Manufacture: 2003
Caliber: .38-55 Win.
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full Length Mag Tube
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “THE MARLIN FIREARMS CO. NORTH HAVEN, CT. U.S.A. / ****MODEL 336CB – CAL. 38/55 WIN.****”. The left side of the barrel at the receiver is marked “JM”. The right side of the barrel is marked with Marlin’s two-lined warning. The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number “97204941”.
Barrel Length: 24” Octagonal
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass beaded blade with a serrated rear face that is dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a semi-buckhorn with a reversible V/U-notch leaf that has a white diamond aim reference and an elevator piece. The rear sight is dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the receiver has four drilled, tapped and filled holes.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth wood with a capped forearm, straight grip, straight comb, and a black checkered Marlin buttplate. The Marlin bullseye is present in the belly. There are a couple small scratches, nicks and pinprick compression marks on the buttstock and forearm. Otherwise, there are no significant imperfections, just a faint mark here and there. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13.35” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate shows some comparison marks on the edges near the heel. The stocks rate in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are some light scratches on top of the receiver. The markings are clear. The screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The safety lever is present. There is also a push safety on the receiver that blocks the hammer from hitting the pin. The lever extends slightly past ninety degrees in the open position. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Marlin Model 336 is a lever-action rifle and carbine made by Marlin Firearms. Since its introduction in 1948, it has been offered in a number of different calibers and barrel lengths, but is commonly chambered in .30-30 Winchester or .35 Remington, using a 20- or 24-inch barrel. This is a beautiful Marlin 336CB manufactured in 2003. It is chambered in the ever popular .38-55 Winchester, making this rifle a rare find! This rifle appears to have seen hardly any use in the field and has been very well kept, in about Excellent condition. If you’re looking for a solid hunting rifle that will last for years to come, look no further and drop a bid! Please see our photos and good luck!