Marlin 92 Long Rifle

[Scorebook32]

Was given a Marlin 92 by a relative and am trying to determine date of production. It's a 92 L/R .22 Serial # A5259. I recently had a local gunsmith clean it up and he fired it with no issues...Have no clue as to it's worth....

[Regnier (gunrunner)]

Scorebook32;

The "A" prefix to the serial number indicates that your Marlin Model '92 was assembled in 1916.

[Scorebook32]

Thanks, for the info on serial number. Can I assume the 5259 is it's production sequence?

[Regnier (gunrunner)]

Scorebook32;

Yes, and that would be in and among all models produced that year.

[Scorebook32]

Sorry, one more question. I'm not that familiar with ammo. What would be the best .22 ammo for this rifle, and is it readily available?

[Regnier (gunrunner)]

ScoreBook32;

Your Marlin Model '92 is a black powder gun, so you can shoot it, just be sure to use standard velocity or target ammunition in it. Modern high speed ammunition can crack the breech bolt.

[Scorebook32]

Thank you...

[Roundsworth]

CCI makes standard velocity 22s.