Gun Collectors Dream Auction #84 June 13th & 14th
Lot 1476:
Sold for: $425
Description
This Marlin Firearms Corporation Model 50 is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle, notable for its early open-bolt blowback operation. The rifle features a 22 inch barrel and a blued receiver that currently exhibits significant finish thinning and a dark, aged patina. It is fitted with a smooth wood stock featuring a semi-pistol grip, showing various scratches, dings, and handling marks throughout, and is completed with a black ribbed synthetic buttplate. Sighting is provided by a fixed front blade and a barrel-mounted adjustable rear notch sight. Small tapped holes are present on the upper surfaces of the barrel and receiver, and one detachable box magazine is included. Notably, the firearm is missing its bolt handle. Verbatim markings on the barrel include The Marlin Firearms Corporation / NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. – PATENTED and 22 LONG RIFLE ONLY – SMOKELESS GREASE. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The metal surfaces show significant wear with the original bluing thinned to a dark brown patina, accompanied by widespread surface oxidation and light freckling. The wood stock is in fair condition, showing numerous handling marks, scratches, and small dings consistent with use. The synthetic buttplate shows light wear and scuffing. The action is missing the bolt handle and was not function tested. The bore was not inspected.
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