Manufactured c. 1958-1959, the top flat of the barrel is marked with the two-line Marlin address and patent and the caliber marking is on the upper left at the breech. The upper tang is marked "Marlin/MOD. 39" along with a star, and the serial number is on the lower tang. The top of the receiver and upper tang are factory drilled and tapped with filler screws in place. It is fitted with a Marble 31W beaded blade front sight and an elevation adjustable notch rear sight as well as the desirable casehardened takedown receiver. It is mounted with a smooth forearm and pistol grip stock with a hard rubber buttplate. Provenance: Property of a Distinguished Southern Clergyman

Very fine, retains 95% plus of the original blue finish and 80% of the original case colors with the balance having thinned to a smooth grey patina and some scattered very light surface spotting. The refinished wood is also very fine with only the slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent.