Guestimate of unique Marlin

ahankster

January 17, 2003 16:54

Hello,
I have a Marlin that was obviously custom converted at the factory to a 336cb. It is a 336 of some variety with NO crossbolt saftey (which makes if fairly old) with a 336 CB Octagon barrel in 30-30. It has a pistol grip as well. The blueing is probably over 95%, wood is in very, very good shape , the finish is a bit yellowed but no scratches or bad gouges. I know a very lightly used 336cb would go for $425 to $450, and a basic 336 for less than $300 but what about a unique conversion like this??
Thanks for any guesses, input or opinions.
Thanks
Hank

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  nmyers

  January 18, 2003 03:54

  Even if it is "obviously" a factory conversion to you, most folks would assume it is an aftermarket conversion unless you have documentation that proves that it was done by the factory. I would expect it to sell at a lower price than a factory 336cb rifle.
  
  But, if you list & sell it on GB for $1,000+, I'll be the first one to cheer for you. Even people who do estimates for a living like those in the NY auction houses are sometime WAY off.
  
  Neal

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  ahankster

  January 18, 2003 11:05

  I agree, if somebody bids $1000, then that is what it is worth to them. The reason I think it is a factory rebarrel is because it has a 336 CB octagon barrel, wouldn't think it a popular job (or a readily available barrel) for a smith to do. I could probably check with Marlin and see if they have documentation. It isn't collectable, but makes for a very nice shooter since it does not have the safety the newer CBs have and has a pistol grip stock. I agree with your estimate of worth, like a used 336cb, in the $400 range.
  Thanks
  Hank

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  gskyhawk

  January 18, 2003 12:45

  most likely it just a model 336 octagon made in 1973 only , if it is it would have a 22" tapered octagonal barrel in 30-30 , full length magizine tube, slim forearm with a steel cap , stock should be walnut, straight no pistol grip and the lever should be square.
  these where made, to use up left over barrels from the 1972 run of Zane Grey century models
  book show very good condition at 325.
  
  darn I miss that it has a pistol grip stock , well maybe it was just restocked ? [:I]

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  ahankster

  January 18, 2003 12:51

  skyhawk,
  I thought so too when it first came my way, but the barrel isn't an old one, but the same barrel as the 336cb. It is marked as such. I haven't decided to keep it or not. It is a fantastic little rifle and although unique will make a great hog or deer rifle.
  Thanks
  Hank

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