Noting this Threads as mainstream over two months old and late comer over month! For me.... Good threads like good wine. Some bit of "vintage factor and then not guzzling after uncorking, 'it' to breathe. Also, no straws! smile This about a Marlin .375, a worthy Thread!

Just to add my general perception as speaking about "collectible" as first context and shooter second. 1980 was about the end of the "pre safety Marlin 336 Models and 'all else equal' I consider such a substantial % greater value; perhaps 30-40% For shooter, toss up???
Just my take.