[kawikdx225]

Hi all,
I'm new to this forum because I just acquired a Marlin rifle from my grandfather. I know nothing about this gun and was hoping some of the experts here could give me a quick blurb about it. I do plan on reading through the forums in detail but that will take a while so any info is appreciated.

This is what is stamped on the gun:

The Marlin firearms co New Haven Conn
Est 1870 micro groove barrel mod. 336-44 magnum
AA 13XX

It also has a saddle ring on the left side

Thanks

 

[LuckenbachTexas]

Its a 1965 saddle ring Texan. The fluted Walnut stock and forend are probably Billy-Club hard by now...Excellent gun ;D

If you run into any accuracy problems with ultra fast stuff it could be the number of twist in the barrel. I don't think you should have a problem.

Excellent 125 yard gun. I probably would not scope it because of what it is and the distance limits, but thats your call.

I think that model rates high on the lever cool factor. 8)

 

[Rachethead]

And, as this model was only available from '63-67, it is a relatively rare model; and really nice examples will fetch a premium on the gun auction circuit.

 

[kawikdx225]

Thanks for the info. Just downloaded the disassembly guide from this site and can't wait to take it apart and clean it. Looks like it'll be a blast to shoot.

 

[LuckenbachTexas]

Very important...You now need a 44 mag Ruger Vaquero ;D

 

[Norton74]

Marlin 336-44

I inherited one just like that - take a look at the photos. Shot my first deer with it and they are nice bush guns.

 

[peacem8kers]

Its a 1965 saddle ring Texan.
If you run into any accuracy problems with ultra fast stuff it could be the number of twist in the barrel. I don't think you should have a problem.

What was [I suppose "is" would be better] the twist on these and their saddle-ring-less brother 44 magnum 336's?

 

[papajohnabi]

Welcome from Goldthwaite, TX! That's a nice Marlin -- thank you for the pics! John