Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this bolt-action rifle today for a penny start auction, this is the Marlin Model 782.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Marlin
Model: 782
Serial: 12694043
Caliber: .22 WMR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Monte Carlo Pistol Grip Stock and Forearm
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Marlin Model 782 is a classic bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire that became highly regarded for its accuracy, dependable operation, and practical field performance, earning a loyal following among small-game hunters and rimfire enthusiasts during the late 20th century. Manufactured by Marlin Firearms as part of the company’s bolt-action sporting rifle lineup, the Model 782 was designed to take full advantage of the .22 WMR cartridge, which offered significantly greater velocity, flatter trajectory, and improved striking energy compared to standard .22 Long Rifle ammunition. Produced primarily during the 1970s and 1980s, the rifle reflected Marlin’s reputation for building affordable but well-made sporting arms that balanced performance with practical field use. One of the defining characteristics of the Model 782 was its manually operated bolt-action system paired with a detachable box magazine, a combination that provided excellent feeding reliability and convenient loading while maintaining the inherent accuracy advantages associated with bolt-action rifles. The rifle typically featured a walnut or hardwood stock, blued-steel construction, a hooded front sight, an adjustable rear sight, and a factory-grooved receiver for mounting rimfire scopes, allowing shooters to tailor the rifle for either traditional iron-sight shooting or scoped hunting. Barrel lengths generally measure around 22 inches, contributing to excellent ballistic performance from the .22 Magnum cartridge while maintaining good balance and manageable overall weight. Mechanically, the Model 782 became known for its smooth bolt operation, dependable extraction, and solid lockup, features that helped support the rifle’s reputation for strong practical accuracy.
Model: 782
Serial: 12694043
Caliber: .22 WMR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Monte Carlo Pistol Grip Stock and Forearm
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Marlin Model 782 is a classic bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire that became highly regarded for its accuracy, dependable operation, and practical field performance, earning a loyal following among small-game hunters and rimfire enthusiasts during the late 20th century. Manufactured by Marlin Firearms as part of the company’s bolt-action sporting rifle lineup, the Model 782 was designed to take full advantage of the .22 WMR cartridge, which offered significantly greater velocity, flatter trajectory, and improved striking energy compared to standard .22 Long Rifle ammunition. Produced primarily during the 1970s and 1980s, the rifle reflected Marlin’s reputation for building affordable but well-made sporting arms that balanced performance with practical field use. One of the defining characteristics of the Model 782 was its manually operated bolt-action system paired with a detachable box magazine, a combination that provided excellent feeding reliability and convenient loading while maintaining the inherent accuracy advantages associated with bolt-action rifles. The rifle typically featured a walnut or hardwood stock, blued-steel construction, a hooded front sight, an adjustable rear sight, and a factory-grooved receiver for mounting rimfire scopes, allowing shooters to tailor the rifle for either traditional iron-sight shooting or scoped hunting. Barrel lengths generally measure around 22 inches, contributing to excellent ballistic performance from the .22 Magnum cartridge while maintaining good balance and manageable overall weight. Mechanically, the Model 782 became known for its smooth bolt operation, dependable extraction, and solid lockup, features that helped support the rifle’s reputation for strong practical accuracy.
In field use, the Marlin 782 excelled as a small-game and varmint rifle, with hunters appreciating the increased range and energy of the .22 WMR cartridge for animals such as rabbits, groundhogs, foxes, raccoons, and other pests where greater reach and terminal performance were desired compared to .22 LR. Shooters frequently praised the rifle’s accuracy, often reporting impressive precision when paired with quality ammunition and optics, while the relatively mild recoil and low noise of the .22 Magnum cartridge made it comfortable for extended shooting sessions. The detachable magazine system also added convenience compared to many tubular-magazine rimfire rifles of the era. Although Marlin produced numerous successful rimfire models, the 782 developed a particularly strong reputation among hunters who valued reliable magnum rimfire performance in a simple and durable platform. Over time, the rifle became increasingly appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts as Marlin’s older bolt-action rimfires disappeared from production. Today, the Marlin Model 782 is regarded as one of the better classic American .22 Magnum bolt-action rifles, admired for its accuracy, rugged construction, practical hunting utility, and enduring reputation as a dependable field rifle from Marlin’s traditional sporting-rifle era.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1177763263 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
0.01 |
