MARLIN 56 .22 LR

Description:
Guns Listing ID: 655280



Very early first-year production Marlin Model 56 Levermatic .22 LR rifle, serial number M 2906.

This is a documented early 1955 example featuring the desirable first-year configuration: steel receiver with squared/blocky profile, 24\" barrel, straight-comb walnut stock, and \"Patent Pending\" barrel markings.

The Model 56 was introduced in 1955 and produced until 1964. Only the earliest rifles (roughly the first 1,000–2,000) received serialization before Marlin discontinued the practice on .22 rimfires for cost reasons.

Low serial numbers like M 2906 represent true first-year production prior to the shift to aluminum receivers, shorter barrels, and Monte Carlo stocks later in 1955/1956.

Specifications:

Caliber: .22 Short, Long, Long Rifle

Action: Short-throw Levermatic (cam-and-roller system, ~1.5–2\" lever stroke)

Magazine: Detachable box (standard 7-round capacity)

Barrel: 24\" with Marlin Micro-Groove 16-groove rifling

Sights: Hooded ramp front, adjustable rear; receiver drilled and tapped for scope

Stock: Straight-comb walnut with black Marlin-logo buttplate

Excellent original condition with very light use. Beautiful walnut grain and finish with minimal handling marks. Strong, even bluing throughout. Clean internals and a pristine, bright bore with sharp, untouched Micro-Groove rifling. All factory features intact.

There is one small, shallow surface scratch on the top of the barrel just behind the hooded front sight ramp. This rifle appears to have been shot very little.

Included Accessories: None. No box or case.

This rifle should be inspected by a licensed gunsmith prior to firing.

Rifle on Consignment.

Manufacturer: MARLIN
Model: 56
Caliber Info: .22 LR
Condition: Used - Non-Certified
Barrels: 24" BARREL
Action: LEVER ACTION
Finish: walnut

Price: $750.99
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