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Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? #16055506 05/04/21
Joined: Feb 2014 Posts: 2,621 Vermont PintsofCraft OP Campfire Regular
OP PintsofCraft Campfire Regular Joined: Feb 2014 Posts: 2,621 Vermont	Question says it all - I’m researching the 39A but could really use a few tips. What should I be looking for? I’d prefer a short or takedown version if it exists. Last edited by PintsofCraft; 05/04/21.

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Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16055650 05/04/21
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MOGC Campfire Outfitter Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 11,670	They all takedown, that's what that knurled large screw does on the right side of the receiver. As for short, look for a 39M. And you can research the difference between 39A and 39M. Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats.

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16055662 05/04/21
Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 4,419 St. Louis, MO JimHnSTL Campfire Tracker
JimHnSTL Campfire Tracker Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 4,419 St. Louis, MO	All of the models are a take down. The Mounty model would be your Best Buy. Help keep our sport going. take a kid outdoors!

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16082435 05/13/21
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Hogeye Campfire Regular H Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 1,063 Missouri Ozarks	Don't be afraid of the newer 39a with the safety. It cost me only a few bucks to have a gunsmith take the trigger from 7.5# to 3.5#. Shoots minute of squirrel.

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16083656 05/14/21
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tikkanut Campfire 'Bwana T Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 30,730 Rural Utah USA	The 20" Mountie is where it's at...I personally like the late 70's mfg They just handle well & feel good---X/bolt safety is post 1983 ish As mentioned....loosen thumb screw....hammer at half cock....tap end of barrel on padded surface Comes right apart in two pieces...lock ejector down with a 1/4 turn of screw for easy bore cleaning Pic is a 1978 mfg date.....great rifles.... I have a 1970 CL (Century Limited) I'm thinking about selling---20" octagon barrel....just thinking--- T R U M P W O N ! U L T R A M A G A !

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Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16084458 05/14/21
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limabean Campfire Regular L Joined: Jan 2016 Posts: 866 Central Alabama	I believe the 39 TDS is the smallest configuration of them all. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? limabean #16092626 05/17/21
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bcp Campfire Tracker Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 5,598 SW WA	Originally Posted by limabean I believe the 39 TDS is the smallest configuration of them all. Someone correct me if I’m wrong. You are right. The 39 TDS is like a Mountie, but with a 4 inch shorter barrel. Bruce

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16092667 05/17/21
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Spotshooter Campfire Ranger S Joined: May 2003 Posts: 16,969 Eastern KS	Huh I thought they only made 3,000 of them with the serial number that begins in “T”... and that would be up there, but who knows. Spot shooter www.prairiefireprecision.com

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16458571 09/22/21
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VarmintGuy Campfire Ranger V Joined: May 2003 Posts: 23,013 SW Montana	PintsofCraft: I have a mint perfect, new, un-fired, Marlin Model 39 TDS in the factory pouch - and it IS the "smallest" Marlin 39 that I am aware of. It has a 16 1/4" barrel and takes down and fits in a very short and snug factory gunrug type pouch. These are PRICEY nowadays so maybe these will fit into your "desirable version" category as well? Good luck in your search. Hold into the wind VarmintGuy

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16461151 09/23/21
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Bugger Campfire Outfitter Joined: May 2014 Posts: 10,393 NE South Dakota	Here's a couple https://www.gunsinternational.com/g...model-39-mountie-22.cfm?gun_id=101677323 https://www.gunsinternational.com/g...m-22lr-r30359-quot-.cfm?gun_id=101727886 Last edited by Bugger; 09/23/21. I prefer classic. Semper Fi I used to run with the hare. Now I'm envious of the tortoise and I do my own stunts but rarely intentionally

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Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16563580 10/26/21
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Mwbyler Campfire Member M Joined: Jun 2021 Posts: 463 Ewing KY	L have 3 of them, a mountie, 39a from 68 and one from 48, all are tackdrivers, 48 has the best trigger but no scope so my 68 is my go to. rhe winchester 9422 has a 20 inch barrel but they tend to run more exspensive then marlins,I perfer my 39s over my 9422. The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16563656 10/26/21
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stuvwxyz Campfire Regular S Joined: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,058	The carbine version from the 1970's IIRC is quite desirable.

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16563836 10/26/21
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Magnum_Bob Campfire Outfitter M Joined: Jan 2017 Posts: 8,855	I had a Mountie from 1971 nice gun , heavy trigger. Sold it at a profit. Found a 39A from 1956 bought it ,3x the rifle that the mountie was still have it. Mb " Cheapest velocity in the world comes from a long barrel and I sure do like them. MB "

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16567924 10/27/21
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Caplock Campfire Regular C Joined: Sep 2015 Posts: 652 South Central Oklahoma	There's also the 39 D. Think Mountie with a pistol grip.

Re: Marlin 39A - what is the smallest and/or most desirable version? PintsofCraft #16595222 11/05/21
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Tom_in_VT Campfire Regular T Joined: Nov 2017 Posts: 771 Northeast Kingdom VT	39 TDS, I’d love one! “One thorn of experience is worth a whole wilderness of warning.” - James Russell Lowell

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