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  • Lot #178
Lot #177
Lot #179

Lot 178: Two Marlin Model 1897 Lever Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 7, 2024

Lot 178: Two Marlin Model 1897 Lever Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 7, 2024

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Marlin Model 1897 Rifle

Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Co
Model: 1897-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 S L LR
Barrel: 28 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1035
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in 1897. Two extra rear sight dovetail cut on barrel.

B) Marlin Model 97 Rifle

Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Co
Model: 97
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 S L LR
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1035
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in 1904. Buttplate replaced.

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