1881 marlin history books

Get the best deals on marlin vintage hunting gun parts when you shop the largest online selection at. A history of the guns and the company that made them. If you pick up the book marlin firearms, a history of the guns and the company that. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This big rifle was years ahead of winchesters first bigbore offering their 1886 model, and was the first leveraction repeater built that was strong enough to handle the. Marlin model 1881, lever action repeater, the first commercially successful lever action that could handle big bore cartridges such as the. A history of the guns and the company that made them hardcover may 1, 1989.

The marlinburgess collaboration led to the huge model 1881 marlin, which originally was only available in the. Marlin merz antique firearms marlin lever action rifles. 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. Im quite sure that a replica 1881 would be well up to the same pressures that any 1873 trapdoor replica would be up to. 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. This was a big feather in the cap for marlin, that is until winchester came out with the john browning designed 1886. 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. Marlin model 1893 lever action rifle 1 nra museums. The marlin model 1881 was wellreceived and firmly established marlin in the. It wasnt until 1881 that marlin sold its first leveraction repeating rifle. From 1863 to the presentthe company and the men who made it successful. 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.

As john walter noted in his book, the guns that won the west. Overall gun probably has been fired very little and has some light surface crud that has accumulated on the bbl and receiver. Michael marlin historical records and family trees myheritage. 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. Marlin model 1895 several versions like 1895,g,gbl,gs,m,sbl,cb. In 2007, remington arms, part of the remington outdoor. Green berets ultralight bug out bag with gear recommendations duration. A strategic business move was made in 1881, when marlin introduced the model 1881 leveraction repeating rifle. With the introduction of the 1881 model that year, marlin quickly became one of americas premier sporting repeating rifle producers. A marlin trademark was established a few years later when marlin introduced the model 1889, the first levergun to have a solid top and eject the empties out of the side of the receiver the origin of the term marlin safety, instead of out the top. A history of the guns and the company that made them by brophy, william s. Ballard rifles enjoyed great popularity during the heyday of the schuetzen rifle. Marlin model 1881, third style, 4060 marlin caliber. Michael marlin was born circa 1846, at birth place, to mary marlin.

They bankrupted in 1924 and were sold to frank mckenna. Great book on the history of the marlin firearm company and their rifles. Thanks for looking, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask. His earliest venture at arms making was producing small rimfire revolvers in the 1860s. Marlin continued to expand his product line, introducing his model 1881 leveraction tubular magazine repeating rifle in that year. Marlin model xl7, a long action center fire boltaction rifle available in. The 1895 marlin system was identical to the 1893 rifle invented by l. Hepburn, and was also an updated successor to the 1881 and 1889 marlin rifles. 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. Marlinballard rifles were and are wellknown for their accuracy and workmanship, and fancygrade longrange rifles are eagerly sought after by modern collectors. Barlow, a civil war veteran, had worked for winchester in the same city, reportedly in their loading tool manufacturing. Marlin model xs7, a short action center fire boltaction rifle available in.

A history of the guns and the company that made them, stackpole books, 1989. This was a wellbuilt, accurate rifle, chambered for powerful hunting rounds like the. According to the factory records, there were around 21,000 of the marlin model 1881 s made from 1881 to 1891. Em 1875, marlin comecou a produzir sua versao do rifle ballard, bem popular na epoca. Caliber 45 govt 4570, 28 inch barrel, with full magazine. There were plenty of other good firearms available, and the one that gave winchester its most serious competition was the 1881 marlin. The marlin story later became intertwined with the ballard breechloading rifle. Marlin model 1893, lever action repeater, precursor of the model 36 and 336, identifiable by the square flush bolt. Rare vintage marlin 80dl 81dl 88dl 99dl a1e front sight hood f6r 2r sights. John marlin established his reputation as a gun manufacturer as early as 1870 with the production of pistols and ballard rifles.

Being a marlin lever action rifle collector, how could i not have this book. There is obvious wear and handling marks throughout the firearm because of its age. This item has a 24 tapered octagon barrel with a suprisingly shiny bore and for sale by mid star firearms llc on gunsamerica 929270111. Marlin lever action rifle serial numbers 1883 to 1906 including models 1881, 1888, 1889, 1891, 1892, 1893, 1894, 1895 and 1897. Marlin and its history, i recommend the book marlin firearms. 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. 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. Marlin 1881 wild west originals history about guns. 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, 45 govt 4570 made circa 1888, 3rd type barrel markings. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Lever action rifle a very rare marlin model 1881 in 45 govt. In 1863, john mahlon marlin s dream was simply to make small, singleshot, derringertype pistols. Its octagon barrels came in standard lengths from 24 to 30 inches. 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. Condition grades as 75% with no finish on the metal and the normal handling marks on the stock from a rifle of this period. Brophy 1989, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay.

Metal is clean with mostly plumbrown finish and no pitting. Marlin ballard rifles were and are wellknown for their accuracy and workmanship, and fancygrade longrange rifles are eagerly sought after by modern collectors. If you have less than five5 positive feedback, or a history of negative feedback. Marlin model 1881 lever action rifle manufactured 1881 92. Marlin model 1881, one of the earliest large caliber lever action repeating rifles. Marlin model 1881 leveraction rifle exploded gun drawing. A really nice condition 1881 marlin especially for one that was on the western frontier of wyoming in the 1880s. In the past, the company made shotguns, derringers and revolvers based in madison, north carolina formerly based in north haven, connecticut. The marlin model 1881 was wellreceived and firmly established marlin in the levergun market.

Cornell publications llc links to marlin firearms gun. The 1881 marlin was the first repeating rifle that was able to handle the 4570. Standard rocky mountain front knife blade original and rear marlin 1881 leaf sight. Great book on the history of the marlin firearm company. Marlin produced a large assortment of firearms such as leveraction rifles, pumpaction shotguns, single shot rifles and was considered the main competitor to winchester. 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. But since it was marlin s first attempt at a lever action repeater, its expected to have some minor faults. Excerpted from the gun digest book of exploded gun drawings, this pdf download offers an exploded view of marlin model 1881 leveraction rifle firearms.

A history of the guns and the company that made them by usar, william s. Marlin firearms history abebooks shop for books, art. 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. All are chambered for the 4570 caliber except for the m. The marlin model 1894 is a leveraction repeating rifle introduced in 1894 by the marlin firearms company of north haven, connecticut. By 1875, marlin had taken over the manufacture of the ballard singleshot rifle, another popular frontier longarm. 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 due to covid19, orders may be delayed. Ancient egypt by george rawlinson, bouvard and pecuchet by gustave flaubert, patience by w.

Ive know of these sights for years but this is the first ive ever seen. 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. A history of the guns and the company that made them by william s. Marlin lever action rifles marlin firearms was founded in the 1870s by john marlin. He was employed as an apprentice til he turned 21 and after that he was considered a workmen. Cornell publications llc links to marlin firearms gun and. The first of the threevolume history of woman suffrage, is published by susan b. At its introduction the rifle came with a 24inch barrel and was chambered for a variety of pistol rounds such as.

There will be a 3% charge for credit card purchases. The marlin burgess 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. 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. Vintage marlin 39a 36 336 front sight round hood pre73. This item has a 24 tapered octagon barrel with a suprisingly shiny bore and strong rifling and there is no visible pitting. A history of the guns and the company that made them by lt. 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. Aleksey konstantinovich tolstoys historical drama tsar boris, published 1870 receives its premiere, posthumously, at anna brenkos pushkin theater in moscow.