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I am not very knowledgeable on the marlin levers other than my JM stamped stainless 1895 guide gun. I have in 45-70.

I stumbled upon three marlin rifles for sale that appear to late 70’s to mid 80’s. I believe two of them are 336 one in 30-30 and one in 35 Remington. The last one is an 1894 in 44 mag which may have the prettiest walnut stock I have seen on a lever gun close to exhibition grade so it may be some type of deluxe model if there is such a thing.

The 30-30 is said to be unfired and looks it.

What should I look for know about these before negotiating a price. Is one more sought after/valuable?? Any help appreciated.

30-30 is more common than the 35 Rem...

X/bolt safety came into play...1983 ish

336 also was built in 44 mag for a while...1894 most common

Pre safey usually more sought after

Sold my '99 SS 1895 Guide Gun in 45-70 to my AZ SIL...he better still have it !

here's a date code......

https://marlinspares.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Marlin-Date-codes-ver8-396mb2-1024x791.jpg

https://www.marlinowners.com/forums/


https://leverguns.com/articles/fryxell/marlin_history.htm


http://marauder.homestead.com/files/TUNING_M_1894.htm

Davidson's did special runs for Marlin

These most likely bring top buck to the owner

https://1895gunner.com/exploded-view/manufacturers/davidsons.html

All are pre lock.

1894 1984
30-30 2005
35 rem 1974

2005 ?????

X/bolt

Sorry your right it has a cross bolt.