Didn’t those come drilled and tapped for the receiver sights from the factory? I would prefer the rifle with a receiver sight because of the longer sight radius. But that’s just me; there are many different opinions. It would not hurt the value for me.


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I believe they were D&T at the factory like Suredan said. That rifle is a grail gun for me.

 

Can we get a pic of the barrel rollmark?

 

I’ll send one over a little later today

 

Well if you want to sell it see above. me, I would enjoy it.

 

A rare and sought after rifle. 35 Rem Marauder is the holy grail. Proceed with reverence.

 

Looks like you have a very, very nice Maurader there. They are harded to find in the 35 rem caliber.
Like other members , the peep sight is installed in 2 holes on the left , rear side on the receiver. Those holes were drilled and taped by the factory...so I see no need to try and find a original rear sight. Most shooters will prefer your peep sight on that short a barreled rifle. I know I would.
I am not going to guess on Value ....because I want to buy it off you !
The worst detractor is the Initials DL carved in the buttstock wrist.

 

Thanks for the feedback! I also have several hundred rounds of factory ammo that is available. I will ascertain a relative value and place it for sale on here first. It's not an easy one to let go of, I just am thinning the herd and keeping what I'll actually get use out of.

 

I can see where you're coming from. I recently sold the 336ER that I purchased NIB in 1984. Why? I'd rather see it be used by someone who appreciates it than continue to simply look pretty sitting in my cabinet. Too many toys; too little time. Not complaining, just stating facts.

Good luck. And FWIW, I chose to sell mine here as well to someone who truly wanted it for what it was. 👍

 

I believe the rear sight parts on earlier Marlins were of a sheet metal afare, including the rear sight elevation ramp. (sheepishly) I sold my beautiful Malin hardcover book in tough times.

AC

 

A 35 Rem Marauder with ammo.......Your gonna cause a stampede!

 

Those initials of "DL" could easily be modified to "DC". There's a guy in NH I know with the same initials.

 

I like the way it is with the receiver sight.

 

That’s a beautiful gun. I know a DL. I can act as a middle man if you like?

 

Give us some warning ahead of your " for sale " posting......i need to get my gold bullion sent over from Ft Knox.....

 

I wouldn't do anything to the rifle if you plan to sell it as you don't know what a potential buyer's preferences are. If you change it, you might change it to something less desirable to a potential buyer and the changes would be a waste of time and effort.

If you decide to keep it, change it to what you want.

Either way, it's a prize. Good Luck!

 

Man that is my dream gun! It would be perfect for bear hunting around here. Too bad it’s probably gonna sell for way more than I can afford. .35 Remington is one of my favorite cartridges and I love my 336. That is one beautiful rifle!

 

Just to give you a notion of value, I bought mine on GB about a decade ago for near $2k as I knew they weren't gonna get any cheaper. I don't think I'd sell it for that though as it is, indeed, the Holy Grail of Marlins.

 

I know these go for relatively "big" money and I won't be trying to squeeze that amount of money out of it. Still assessing shipping dynamics, transfer fees if necessary and associated sale dynamics. I will say I won't be going north of 2k and will be pricing with a baseline of at least 100 rounds factory included with up to an option of a total of 360 rounds and those will be factored in at 2.00 per round which I believe is a fair going price for them. Mostly Remington 200 grain CoreLokt and 60 LeverRevolutions. All factory. will also offer reloading dies in the same sale. I will be posting it later this week. I will give a heads up a day in advance of the intended posting date and time so anybody who is interested doesn't have to stare at the screen nonstop. Just celebrated the weekend as my birthday was yesterday and will be back at starting tomorrow.

I will hopefully be posting some 38-55 antique rifles, factory ammo, brass (both short and long) and bullets soon (within a week).

 

I had an earlier Marauder in 35 Remington and it came from the factory drilled and tapped. I don’t remember the prefix of the serial number on the bottom tang, but Im nearly certain it was factory drilled and tapped

 

I believe you are correct Alibiiv. My 1958 made 336 is factory D&T, so I figure a 1964 Marauder would be too.

 

I will be posting this tomorrow at approximately 1:00 EST.

 

1954 was the first year Marlin started D&T.

 

Did this get posted for sale in the Market place? I haven’t seen it.

 

Look under items sold.

 

Thanks! Didn’t think it would last long.

 

It didn’t.

 

Just did the transfer earlier today with NickMc today and went very well and glad it went to an owner that truly appreciates it. May they both live long and prosper!

 

It’s certainly a great addition.