Marlin lever mechanism hasn't changed much, if at all, over the years that's for sure.

 

Early 1900s I would guess. Looks in rough shape but if the bore isn’t too bad it should make a decent shooter. It may be faded but the caliber would likely have been stamped on the barrel in front of the receiver. You could slug the bore to get an idea.

 

Welcome from the marshes of south Louisiana.
As above it could be only a shooter, but it's still worth having in safe!

 

Welcome aboard from Delaware.

 

Manuf in 1904 per the serial #

 

Hey thanks for the information, how do you find out the year it was manufactured using the serial number ?

 

I would get it appraised and maybe donate it to the William Cody Museum, Cody Firearms Museum. I think the transition of black powder to smokeless powder in firearms would be a historical interest.

 

oops, I see you are in Canada, my other favorite country. I bought a raccoon hat in a souvenir shop for 100 Canadian dollars in 1999. Still have it and wear it when I shoot my T/C Hawken ML. at the range and in the snow, but absolutely not in the woods.

 

This is a reference I use for serial numbers.

Marlin Manufacture Dates

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The 'Special Smokeless Steel' barrel markings are not uncommon. I don't see any significant historical value for that.
The value of the rifle is the family history. That is of value to you and yours alone. It was obviously a well used and favorite rifle.
As an outsider, I see damaged wood, little original finish, missing and damaged screws, and a round barrel (not as desirable to collectors as octagonal or half round)of unknown caliber (replacement?). I would value the rifle around $600-$700 range depending on the buyer.
If you want to keep it in the family and enjoy it, I would determine the caliber, fix the wood, clean and lube it and enjoy it as is.
If you have the time and money, it would also be a good candidate for a custom rebuild. Nicer wood, some engraving, and a rust blue finish would look great when completed. Then it would truly be a family heirloom to be enjoyed by many.
As far as an investment, that ship has sailed unfortunately. Any money spent on refinishing or restoring this rifle will be for your satisfaction and probably difficult to recoup completely.
Just my thoughts.

Serial numbers/manufacture dates for several makes can also be found at oldguns.net

The 'Special Smokeless Steel' barrel markings are not uncommon. I don't see any significant historical value for that.
The value of the rifle is the family history. That is of value to you and yours alone. It was obviously a well used and favorite rifle.
As an outsider, I see damaged wood, little original finish, missing and damaged screws, and a round barrel (not as desirable to collectors as octagonal or half round)of unknown caliber (replacement?). I would value the rifle around $600-$700 range depending on the buyer.
If you want to keep it in the family and enjoy it, I would determine the caliber, fix the wood, clean and lube it and enjoy it as is.
If you have the time and money, it would also be a good candidate for a custom rebuild. Nicer wood, some engraving, and a rust blue finish would look great when completed. Then it would truly be a family heirloom to be enjoyed by many.
As far as an investment, that ship has sailed unfortunately. Any money spent on refinishing or restoring this rifle will be for your satisfaction and probably difficult to recoup completely.
Just my thoughts.

Serial numbers/manufacture dates for several makes can also be found at oldguns.net

I agree, I did want confirm that it wasn’t anything of value before I rebuild/restore I will most likely take it to gun smith to confirm. Then start the rebuild. Thanks!

 

I will most likely take it to gun smith to confirm. Then start the rebuild. Thanks!

Depending on your desires for the outcome, caution in choosing the gunsmith is advised. Like all things, you get what you pay for. My father took a Remington Model 11 shotgun to a gunsmith for an "affordable" re-blue. He buffed all the factory markings nearly off and rounded all the edges.
If you want quality work, be prepared to pay for it. Ask questions about his procedures and look at some of his recent work. This rifle deserves an older type bluing (rust blue for example), not the modern blue which is nearly black.
Keep us posted on your progress.