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So I ran across a marlin 39a for sale today. SN indicates it was made in 1974, condition is good for its age. What are these things going for these days? Asking price is $460, sound fair? I'm not a big 22 guy but I am into nice firearms with wood on them. Thanks guys
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You should of picked it up as that was more than fair.
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Go back and buy it. Trust us on this.
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Yeah I looked them up on gunbroker and prices are all over the place. This one is at a little local shop, he was saying he could possible do a little better then asking price "like lower the price a bit". I just didn't wanna impulse buy myself into a mistake. I always go into transactions thinking can I get my money back if I need to sell it. Lol
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$460 for a good condition 39a is a fair deal, and you will get your money back if you ever need to sell it.
I doubt you'll want to though.
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I haven't seen one in my AO for the last few years for less than $600.
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hope ya bought it.........very good price.......... Fine 22 lever guns ! I like 20" Mounties
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Update....I ended up buying the rifle and sure enough it's a sweet little 22. The action is so smooth and flawless Thanks for all the advice guys, it's appreciated.
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D Dial: Good for you! I hope you stay happy with it. I am looking for a "shooter grade" Marlin Model 39 for just that - shooting! The several Marlin Model 39's I currently own are (in my opinion!) just to valuable to take out plinking or Varmint Hunting. Marlin Model 39's are a bit difficult to come by these days. Again, enjoy to the max. Hold into the wind VarmintGuy
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22 ammo is cheap...........
get a 39 & take it out shootin'
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That's awesome. They'd ask 650 for that here.
A great find!
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That's a great find. I'm looking for one of those myself, although I'd prefer the Mountie. I'd have jumped all over than one as well. I have a '74 mountie now it's a superb .22 and I want another of similar vintage so I can give one to both of my sons. But wait, I have two grandsons now, so I guess I need 3 more! I'd like to see a picture if you get a chance.
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Like Tikkanut, I'm a fan of the 39. This is my most recent acquisition...though it was a bit more than $460.
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The 39 CL is a great little rifle.............mfg date of 1970......approx 35K units built
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Yes sir, took mine out last weekend for some live-action pop-can shooting. My oldest daughter really likes this one.
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