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Nice Marlin Model 92 .32 Centerfire 24" Octagon Lever Action Rifle 1916-1921

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Nice Marlin Model 92 .32 Centerfire 24  Octagon Lever Action Rifle 1916-1921
Nice Marlin Model 92 .32 Centerfire 24" Octagon Lever Action Rifle 1916-1921

Our Assessment: This is a Marlin Model 1892 lever action rifle made circa 1916-1921. The rifle requires no tools to take it apart; simply turn a thumb screw on the right side of the receiver and the side plate comes off, exposing the entire action. The Model 1892 followed the Model 1891, which had a side loading-gate similar to that used on Winchester lever actions. It proved difficult to load the tiny cartridges through the loading gate however, so in 1892 the rifle was fitted with a magazine tube that could be easily loaded by just pulling the cover forward. The Model 1892 is one of the predecessors to the Model 39, one of Marlin’s most popular rifles that is still being made today. This rifle is in about Good-Very Good condition and remains mechanically sound with a great bore. Please see our photos and good luck!

Make: Marlin

Model: 1892

Serial Number: A6907

Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1916-1921

Caliber: .32 Caliber. This model can accept firing pins in both .32 rf and cf calibers allowing the Model 1892 to chamber at least FIVe different cartridges. This included the .32 rf short, .32 rf long, .32 Colt Short, .32 Colt Long, and the .32 Long Rifle. Currently installed is a centerfire firing pin.

Action Type: Lever Action with Tubular Magazine Thumb Screw Removable Sideplate

Markings: The top tang is marked "Marlin / MODeL ‘92". The underside of the receiver is marked with the serial number. The top of the barrel is marked "Marlin Firearms Co. NeW-HAVeN CT., U.S.A. / PAT'D NOV. 19. 1878. APRIL 2. 1889. AUG. 12. 1890. MAR. 1. 1892.". The upper tang inlet of the wrist is marked with a matching serial number.

Barrel Length: 24" Octagon with Full Length Magazine Tube

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a German silver beaded blade slotted in a base and dovetailed at the front of the barrel. The rear sight has been removed. The rifle is equipped with a two-piece sight base and two rings supporting a vintage sporting scope with a fine crosshair and a fixed magnification. The scope shows minor external marks and the glass is clear. The scope rates in about Fine-Plus condition. The upper tang has two drilled, tapped, and filled holes for mounting a tang sight (not included).

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth walnut with capped forend, straight grip, straight comb, and a crescent steel buttplate. The wood shows scattered nicks, scratches, scuffs, and compressions with some notable gashes on the left side of the forearm. There is finish loss throughout the buttstock. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 3/8" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate shows scattered light erosion with scattered nicks and scratches. Overall, the stocks are in about Very Good condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some scattered light erosion throughout. In this writer's opinion, this bore rates a 7 out of 10.Many military and C&R-eligible weapons have bores that will show erosion. This is not only due to age but to the fact that corrosive primers were commonly used in ammunition worldwide. For example, the U.S. used corrosive ammunition throughout WWII. The U.S. military did not begin to phase out corrosive-primed ammunition until the 1950s.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains approximately 60% of its original metal finish. There are scattered nicks, dings, and scratches throughout the metal, some of the more notable scratches are on the receiver flanks. There is scattered light oxidation throughout the surfaces. There is finish loss on the mag tube from abrasive cleaning. The screw heads range from sharp to slightly disfigured with serviceable slots. The markings are legible. Overall, this rifle is in about Good-Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. A centerfire firing pin is currently installed and it is intact. This rifle has a sleeve over its tubular magazine released with a button at the front allowing the sleeve to be pulled forward until it exposes the loading port. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The previously mentioned installed scope is included.

CA LeGAL: C&R: YeS, CA PPT: NO