

Backward and upward movement of the lever then causes the carrier to elevate the cartridge and the internal tip of the lever pushes the cartridge into position where the bolt can bring it to full chambering.

With further lever travel, at 65 degrees the bolt is fully open. As the lever is lowered 45 degrees from closed, the bolt opens sufficiently for the rifle hammer to be cocked. With the magazine loaded and the bolt closed, side pressure from the bolt depresses the cartridge stop, allowing a loaded round to rest against the bolt tang ready for loading. Searching for Cartridge Hangup And Feed ProblemsĪ careful observation of the Marlin 39 rimfire reveals no apparent mystery in its design or overall operation. In fact, I made mention of this condition in an article in American Rifleman as far back as February 1978 when I first encountered this trouble. This caused me great concern-especially since this was not the first time I’d encountered this problem. Then, as I viewed the open action while working the lever again, I saw the last cartridge being chambered. I repeatedly worked the lever, but the fifth cartridge was not loaded or ejected.


I then worked the lever five times but only four cartridges were ejected. I had loaded 10 rounds into the magazine and fired five. 22 Long Rifle ammunition in the rifle when I discovered the problem. This rifle has had less than two full boxes of cartridges put through it, and the action is like new in every respect. The latest one was a Model 39 Century Limited made in 1970, which I’m using in preparing this article. And I have personally experienced this problem with at least two Marlin Model 39 rifles. On several occasions, customers have brought me these rifles after discovering a cartridge hang-up after “clearing” the rifle by repeatedly working the finger lever. Therefore, the mag tube might not be empty even if the lever is worked several times after seeing what is assumed to be the last cartridge being ejected from the side ejection port. Second, although it’s commonly assumed that jacking the finger lever repeatedly will empty all the cartridges from these rifles, cartridges can hang up during working of the lever and feeding operation. First, with any exposed-hammer-style rifle, whether it’s cocked on action-opening or by thumb, careful practice must be followed in letting the hammer down to the safe position on a loaded chamber. Michigan Ave., Edgerton, OH 43517 Driving Directions: From the Intersection of US Hwy 6 and State Route 49 in Edgerton Ohio, located in the first block north of the intersection.Before we get into the causes and cures of feeding problems on the tube-fed Marlin rimfires, I should start with a few cautions. Edgerton Ohio 43517 Checkout Date & Times: Seller responsible for shipping arrangments and cost. Preview Date & Times: Preview Date: October 30th Packing and Shipping: The buyer is responsible for the shipment of all purchased property. all purchases will be picked up by Pak-Mail of Dupont Rd. Buyer can pick up non-gun purchases on November 8th between 4:00pm to 8:00pm, unless special arrangement have been made with auction company. Credit cards will be processed at the completion of the auction.Ĭurrency Type: USD Shipping Instructions: Buyer is responsible for all shipping logistics and costs. Internet Premium : 18% Participation Requirements: Valid Credit Card required for bidding approval Payment Options: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express Visa MasterCard Discover American Express Payment Instructions: All payments will be made via your credit card on file.
