Stumbled onto this little rifle. It wasn't expensive and it seems to be OK. Nice wood, barrel is a little rough, action seems OK. But, info is pretty scarce.
In fact, I can't find a serial number.??????? No picture or mention in the Brophy book. Perhaps someone can point me to something to look for. Thanks for your attention. As in the past, it's very much appreciated.
Marlin Model 29
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Re: Marlin Model 29
Tyeeman;
The Model 29 was a very inexpensive gun when it was made, about $3.00 to $4.00 less than the Model 20 that was offered at the same time. It was listed in the catalogs from 1913 to 1917. If the Model 29 has a serial number, you will probably have to remove the butt stock to find it. If it is serialized, it should be stamped on the side of the tangs, and on the steel butt plate and butt stock. There may have been a few assembled during the war, and just after by the Marlin Firearms Corporation, but nothing is in the old catalogs after 1917. As you said, not much information is available.
The Model 29 was a very inexpensive gun when it was made, about $3.00 to $4.00 less than the Model 20 that was offered at the same time. It was listed in the catalogs from 1913 to 1917. If the Model 29 has a serial number, you will probably have to remove the butt stock to find it. If it is serialized, it should be stamped on the side of the tangs, and on the steel butt plate and butt stock. There may have been a few assembled during the war, and just after by the Marlin Firearms Corporation, but nothing is in the old catalogs after 1917. As you said, not much information is available.
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Re: Marlin Model 29
Well, once again you've stepped in and opened the door. Many thanks! In the wood would be the last place I'd look for a serial number. Nice little rifle, though. Thanks again for your help. I like to do my own research, but I felt somewhat thwarted by this one.Many thanks again. I have no doubt you'll find me on the board again.
Re: Marlin Model 29
the model 29 is indeed covered in Brophy's book - please try page 454-455!?