Marlin ~ Model 1898 ~ 12 Gauge

Description:
Marlin's first commercially produced shotgun was the Model 1898. It was designed to compete with the successful Winchester Model 1897. Approximately 55,000 units were manufactured during its seven-year production run. The Model 1898 spawned a long line of Marlin pump shotguns including the Models 16, 17, 19, 21, 24, and others produced through 1933. Exact dating requires contacting the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, as they hold Marlin's firearms records from this era. No box or case with this one. 12 Gauge

Chambers: Not marked
Metal Condition: "75-80% bluing remains, several patches of surface rust with areas of light pitting, bore shiny and clean with a few small patches of pitting.
Wood Condition: "Good, with normal dings and scratches, no cracks or deep gouges
Bore Condition: Bore is shiny and clean with a few small patches of pitting.
Barrels: 26 inches
Triggers: "Single trigger, hammer-fired, pump action
Stock Dimensions:
15" LOP
Fore End: Dark oiled walnut corn cob style
Butt Pad: Dark oiled walnut with pistol grip and rubber "Speed Cushion" butt pad
Weight: 7 Lbs 8 OZ
Sights: Brass bead
Chokes: Not marked
Item Location: Kearney, NE

Price: $649.99