Gun Collectors Dream Auction #78 Mixed Firearms

Marlin Model 90 12 Gauge Double-Barrel Shotgun, Foregrip Has a Crack in the Wood

This auction ended on October 12, 2025.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $150 - $400

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $300

Description

A Marlin Model 90 side-by-side double-barrel, break-action shotgun. The barrels are marked “The Marlin Firearms Co. NEW HAVEN, CONN. USA. EST. 1870” and “MODEL 90 – 12 GAUGE – CHAMBERED FOR 2 3/4 SHELL.” The shotgun is constructed with blued steel barrels and receiver, featuring a hardwood stock and forend, likely walnut, adorned with checkered panels on the grip and forend. A serial number “G 1737” is visible on the underside of the receiver. The reddish-orange rubber buttpad is branded “J. C. Higgins.” The foregrip has a crack in the wood.


Condition report:

Fair condition. Significant wear is present, including areas of bluing loss and surface oxidation on metal components. The wood exhibits numerous cosmetic nicks and scratches. A noticeable crack is present on the forend near the barrel attachment point.