First Model 1940 Marlin 39-A Takedown 22lr Rifle - Fine Condition

Description:
This rare First Model 39-A rifle is in great shape for its age.  War-time guns were hunted for food during the hard times of war.  This gun has been used, but well cared for.  That alone tells you a story.  Wood is in fine shape, no cracks or splits.  Metal on the receiver shows expected thinning, but the barrels are in great shape.  It has deep cut Ballard rifling, a tang-mounted peep sight, and a square lever only used for a couple of years. It has a straight grip, both factory sights, and a front sight hood. This gun is solid and still has a century of life.

OVERVIEW
Based on the 6-digit serial number 169089 with no letter prefix, this Marlin Model 39A was manufactured in 1940 or very early 1941. It is considered a "First Model" post-1939 production, likely featuring a rounded lever and pistol grip stock, as pre-WWII models used numerical serials rather than letter prefixes. 
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• Production Era: Late 1930s to early 1940s (pre-WWII).
• Key Features for 1940/41: Rounded lever (instead of 1939's square back), pistol grip stock, and case-colored receiver.
• Identification: The number is typically found on the upper tang, covered by the stock, or on the lower tang under the lever.

For confirmation, check for a "B" prefix; if none exists and the number is 6 digits, it falls into the early 1940-1941 production bloc

This is a used item. While we do not test-fire our used firearms, we perform an inspection and function check to ensure that they are fully functional to the best of our ability. 

Layaway: 1/3 down, 90 days
Shipping $60
Insurance is an extra that must be requested and paid for by the buyer
3-day inspection period for non-firing or disassembly
Payment:  Personal Check, Money Order, Cert. Check, or Zelle
New shipping hard case is $20 upon request
20% restocking fee on all returned items
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Manufacturer: Marlin
Model: 39-A
Serial Number: 169089
Barrel Length: 24
Bore Info: Ballard deep cut rifling
Chambers: 26 short, 21 long, or 19 long rifle .22 caliber cartridges
Ejectors: Auto
Condition: VG+
Metal Condition: VG
Wood Condition: VG+
Bore Condition: VG+
Barrels: Banded
Barrel Type: Round Carbine
Action: Lever
Triggers: Single
Stock: Black Walnut
Butt Pad: Factory Plate
LOP: 13 3/8
Finish: Oil
Sights: Tang mounted peep sight
Manufacture Date: 1940
Engraving: Factory
Grips: English straight grip
Optic: N/A

Price: $1,499.00
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