Lot 297:
Marlin Model 925M Bolt-Action Rimfire Rifle, .22 WMR Caliber, Circa 1990s
Sold for: $275
Description
A classic Marlin Model 925M bolt-action rimfire rifle manufactured by The Marlin Firearms Co. of North Haven, CT, U.S.A. This rifle is chambered exclusively for the powerful .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (.22 WMR) cartridge. The rifle features a blued steel finish on the barrel and receiver, utilizing Marlin’s proprietary Micro-Groove rifling system. The barrel markings clearly identify the manufacturer and specifications: “THE MARLIN FIREARMS CO. NORTH HAVEN, CT. U.S.A. MODEL 925M MICRO-GROOVE BARREL CAL. 22 WIN. MAG. RIMFIRE ONLY”. The stock is constructed of brown hardwood, featuring impressed checkering on both the forend and pistol grip for improved handling. Sighting consists of a fixed ramp front sight and an adjustable folding rear sight. The receiver is marked with the serial number 96637020, safety designations “SAFE” and “FIRE,” and the desirable “JM” (John Marlin) proof stamp, indicating manufacture during the North Haven era, likely dating this example to 1996 based on the serial prefix structure. The rifle is equipped with a black polymer butt plate embossed with the Marlin script logo. Included with the rifle is one detachable metal box magazine.
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