Marlin Firearms Collectors Association

Yes, it is the full length. I have seen a few by Kindler like this. His newspaper ad states best prices and cheapest guns. I almost wonder if he wasn't buying damaged ones from the factory. Cutting them down and selling them. Like returns or stuff messed up in shipment.

Ok, thanks. Looks in pretty good shape but I think the Barrel is modified by Kindler. It is 23 1/2 also has a 3/4 magazine tube. I asked him for the rest of the number. It is 380 if there is a way to check it.

Hi, been a while since I was on here trying to figure this gun out for a friend. The number is 113XXX range. It also has the V. Kindler Saginaw mark. Everything matches stock floor and upper receiver. It has a screw in extractor with the through hole like an 1889. Upper tang marked 1894, Barrel has ...

I just picked one of these up as well. What is the lowest known serial number for one of these? Mine is in the 600 range and is a .38 type 1 with the J M Marlin ejector cam. I can not find another one recently pictured any where. This version does not have the additional screw in the barrel hinge. T...

Thanks for the info. I also noticed while looking at it that the barrel tappers
from 3/4" to 1/2" along the flat sides of the octagon. It is not marked smokeless steel or for black powder and the receiver is case colored. Is this normal? I just cant find any info on it. Thanks Lochlan

Hi guys I just joined the club. I was wondering if anyone had any extra parts for sale for my restoration project. I need a bolt and a lever straight or pistol grip will work since I don't have a stock yet. I also am wondering if my gun is an original 30-30 or has been re-barreled since my serial co...