1881 marlin history books

The 1881 marlin was designed using burgess patents, which accounts for the similarities in the lever pivot acting as part of the locking system, and the sliding loading gate. Barlow, a civil war veteran, had worked for winchester in the same city, reportedly in their loading tool manufacturing. Brophy and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. With the introduction of the 1881 model that year, marlin quickly became one of americas premier sporting repeating rifle producers.

Thanks for looking, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Cornell publications llc links to marlin firearms gun. Im quite sure that a replica 1881 would be well up to the same pressures that any 1873 trapdoor replica would be up to. Rare vintage marlin 80dl 81dl 88dl 99dl a1e front sight hood f6r 2r sights. The marlinburgess collaboration led to the huge model 1881 marlin, which originally was only available in the. During the period of the civil war, marlin took employment at the colt plant in hartford, connecticut and by the time 1870 rolled around, he was ready to open his own store on state street in new haven. Marlin produced a large assortment of firearms such as leveraction rifles, pumpaction shotguns, single shot rifles and was considered the main competitor to winchester. The 1895 marlin system was identical to the 1893 rifle invented by l. There will be a 3% charge for credit card purchases. By 1875, marlin had taken over the manufacture of the ballard singleshot rifle, another popular frontier longarm.

According to the factory records, there were around 21,000 of the marlin model 1881 s made from 1881 to 1891. Marlin model 1881, 45 govt 4570 made circa 1888, 3rd type barrel markings. All are chambered for the 4570 caliber except for the m. The best gun books for any gun owner gun digest store is where youll find a fantastic selection of books about concealed carry, gun values, gunsmithing, gun laws, selfdefense, gun history and more from the worlds best gun writers and leading gun experts. They bankrupted in 1924 and were sold to frank mckenna. But within twenty years, his dream had grown into a corporation that would eventually be called the marlin firearms company, and marlin was one of the foremost names in the firearms industry, in this comprehensive book, learn about the men who built the marlin empire, the guns that are now known. Marlin model 1881, third style, 4060 marlin caliber.

This item has a 24 tapered octagon barrel with a suprisingly shiny bore and for sale by mid star firearms llc on gunsamerica 929270111. Being a marlin lever action rifle collector, how could i not have this book. Marlin model 1881 lever action rifle manufactured 1881 92. Covering the history and development of marlin from 1863 to the present, this extraordinary, definitive book is the culmination of over 15 years of extensive research into the marlin company so detailed and accurate that it nearly defies description.

Standard rocky mountain front knife blade original and rear marlin 1881 leaf sight. A history of the guns and the company that made them by usar, william s. Marlin lever action rifle serial numbers 1883 to 1906 including models 1881, 1888, 1889, 1891, 1892, 1893, 1894, 1895 and 1897. John marlin established his reputation as a gun manufacturer as early as 1870 with the production of pistols and ballard rifles. Metal is clean with mostly plumbrown finish and no pitting. The marlin model 1881 was wellreceived and firmly established marlin in the. Marlin model 1881, one of the earliest large caliber lever action repeating rifles. A history of the guns and the company that made them hardcover may 1, 1989. Anthony and elizabeth cady stanton in the united states. A really nice condition 1881 marlin especially for one that was on the western frontier of wyoming in the 1880s.

Brophy usar overview the history of marlin firearms is covered from 1863 to the present the company and the men who made it successful, the details of all models of marlins, and the many other marlin products. As john walter noted in his book, the guns that won the west. Great book on the history of the marlin firearm company. It wasnt until 1881 that marlin sold its first leveraction repeating rifle. According to the factory records, there were around 21,000 of the marlin model 1881s made from 1881 to 1891. Ancient egypt by george rawlinson, bouvard and pecuchet by gustave flaubert, patience by w. Its octagon barrels came in standard lengths from 24 to 30 inches. Condition grades as 75% with no finish on the metal and the normal handling marks on the stock from a rifle of this period. A history of the guns and the company that made them by brophy, william s. From 1863 to the presentthe company and the men who made it successful, the details of all models of rifles and the many other marlin products. The 1881 marlin was the first repeating rifle that was able to handle the 4570. Marlin and its history, i recommend the book marlin firearms.

This marlin lever action rifle was produced starting in 1895 with 5,304 guns produced through 1906 of which only 205 were carbines, and 18,000 manufactured through 1917. Ive know of these sights for years but this is the first ive ever seen. Marlin lever action rifles marlin firearms was founded in the 1870s by john marlin. If you have less than five5 positive feedback, or a history of negative feedback. Aleksey konstantinovich tolstoys historical drama tsar boris, published 1870 receives its premiere, posthumously, at anna brenkos pushkin theater in moscow. Marlinballard rifles were and are wellknown for their accuracy and workmanship, and fancygrade longrange rifles are eagerly sought after by modern collectors.

Em 1875, marlin comecou a produzir sua versao do rifle ballard, bem popular na epoca. A history of the guns and the company that made them, stackpole books, 1989. The marlin burgess collaboration led to the huge model 1881 marlin, which originally was only available in the. If you pick up the book marlin firearms, a history of the guns and the company that. Excerpted from the gun digest book of exploded gun drawings, this pdf download offers an exploded view of marlin model 1881 leveraction rifle firearms. His first production of repeating rifles did not appear until 1881 when he joined forces with and incorporated a number of patents with his to produce a topeject repeating rifle. He was employed as an apprentice til he turned 21 and after that he was considered a workmen. Marlin model 1881, lever action repeater, the first commercially successful lever action that could handle big bore cartridges such as the. From 1863 to the presentthe company and the men who made it successful. But ive always found all 1881 marlins a bit finicky to load through the gate, as compared to later side eject marlin models, which are a dream to load. A history of the guns and the company that made them. Marlin continued to expand his product line, introducing his model 1881 leveraction tubular magazine repeating rifle in that year. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Michael marlin historical records and family trees myheritage.

Marlin firearms company project gutenberg selfpublishing. At its introduction the rifle came with a 24inch barrel and was chambered for a variety of pistol rounds such as. Marlin ballard rifles were and are wellknown for their accuracy and workmanship, and fancygrade longrange rifles are eagerly sought after by modern collectors. Ballard rifles enjoyed great popularity during the heyday of the schuetzen rifle. In the past, the company made shotguns, derringers and revolvers based in madison, north carolina formerly based in north haven, connecticut. Marlin model xs7, a short action center fire boltaction rifle available in. Caliber 45 govt 4570, 28 inch barrel, with full magazine. Aug 01, 2004 there were plenty of other good firearms available, and the one that gave winchester its most serious competition was the 1881 marlin. Get the best deals on marlin vintage hunting gun parts when you shop the largest online selection at. The history of the marlin firearms company john mahlon marlin of connecticut became an apprentice machinist with the american machine works on his 18 th birthday, may 6 th 1854. There is obvious wear and handling marks throughout the firearm because of its age. The marlin model 1894 is a leveraction repeating rifle introduced in 1894 by the marlin firearms company of north haven, connecticut.

Marlin firearms history abebooks shop for books, art. Brophy 1989, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Overall gun probably has been fired very little and has some light surface crud that has accumulated on the bbl and receiver. A history of the guns and the company that made them by william s. Marlin model 1893, lever action repeater, precursor of the model 36 and 336, identifiable by the square flush bolt. Lever action rifle a very rare marlin model 1881 in 45 govt. Vintage marlin 39a 36 336 front sight round hood pre73. In 1881, the marlin firearms company was incorporated, and production of ballard rifles continuing under the marlin banner until they were eventually discontinued circa 1891 due to the rising popularity of repeating rifles. Marlin collectors dealers historians writers or interested general public do you want immediate serial number information on your marlin rifle.

Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Free shipping due to covid19, orders may be delayed. Great book on the history of the marlin firearm company and their rifles. In 1863, john mahlon marlin s dream was simply to make small, singleshot, derringertype pistols. Hepburn, and was also an updated successor to the 1881 and 1889 marlin rifles. Michael marlin was born circa 1846, at birth place, to mary marlin. Marlin model 1895 several versions like 1895,g,gbl,gs,m,sbl,cb. This was a big feather in the cap for marlin, that is until winchester came out with the john browning designed 1886. Marlin 1881 wild west originals history about guns. The marlin story later became intertwined with the ballard breechloading rifle. Cornell publications llc links to marlin firearms gun and. The pdf contains numbered and labeled parts for model 1881 leveraction rifle firearms that will assist you with gun assembly, gun disassembly and gunsmithing for these marlin guns. Marlin merz antique firearms marlin lever action rifles.

A history of the guns and the company that made them by lt. A strategic business move was made in 1881, when marlin introduced the model 1881 leveraction repeating rifle. The first of the threevolume history of woman suffrage, is published by susan b. Please see my other auctions for more marlin model 99 m1 vintage parts. The marlin model 1881 was wellreceived and firmly established marlin in the levergun market. I would like to see someone write a part two book starting where this book leaves off and ends at present day as a lot as happened with the marlin company and the rifles they have produced since this book was written. Mar 28, 2014 history, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for awardwinning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive, and. In 2007, remington arms, part of the remington outdoor. Marlin model 1893 lever action rifle 1 nra museums. Marlin model xl7, a long action center fire boltaction rifle available in. Marlin model 1881 leveraction rifle exploded gun drawing.