Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this bolt-action rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Marlin Firearms Co. Glenfield Model 25.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Glenfield
Model: 25
Serial: 26522110
Caliber: .22 Short, Long and Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with No Rear Sights and Mounted Redfield 4x Scope
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Pistol Grip Stock
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Glenfield Model 25 is a classic American bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle that became widely known for its affordability, reliability, and excellent practical accuracy, making it one of the most popular utility .22 rifles sold during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Manufactured by Marlin Firearms under the Glenfield brand name, which was created primarily for department-store and chain-store sales, the Model 25 was mechanically very similar to Marlin’s standard bolt-action rimfire rifles but was marketed as a more economical sporting firearm for working-class shooters, hunters, and rural households. One of the defining characteristics of the Glenfield 25 was its simple, dependable bolt-action design combined with a detachable box magazine, a practical configuration that provided reliable feeding, quick reloading, and straightforward operation while preserving the inherent accuracy advantages of manually operated rimfire rifles. The rifle typically featured a hardwood stock with a plain but functional finish, a blued steel barrel and receiver, adjustable rear sights, a hooded front sight, and factory grooved receiver rails for easy scope mounting. Most examples utilized Marlin’s well-known Micro-Groove rifling system, which employed multiple shallow rifling grooves intended to improve accuracy and reduce fouling with .22 LR ammunition.
Model: 25
Serial: 26522110
Caliber: .22 Short, Long and Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with No Rear Sights and Mounted Redfield 4x Scope
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Pistol Grip Stock
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Glenfield Model 25 is a classic American bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle that became widely known for its affordability, reliability, and excellent practical accuracy, making it one of the most popular utility .22 rifles sold during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Manufactured by Marlin Firearms under the Glenfield brand name, which was created primarily for department-store and chain-store sales, the Model 25 was mechanically very similar to Marlin’s standard bolt-action rimfire rifles but was marketed as a more economical sporting firearm for working-class shooters, hunters, and rural households. One of the defining characteristics of the Glenfield 25 was its simple, dependable bolt-action design combined with a detachable box magazine, a practical configuration that provided reliable feeding, quick reloading, and straightforward operation while preserving the inherent accuracy advantages of manually operated rimfire rifles. The rifle typically featured a hardwood stock with a plain but functional finish, a blued steel barrel and receiver, adjustable rear sights, a hooded front sight, and factory grooved receiver rails for easy scope mounting. Most examples utilized Marlin’s well-known Micro-Groove rifling system, which employed multiple shallow rifling grooves intended to improve accuracy and reduce fouling with .22 LR ammunition.
Mechanically, the rifle became respected for its smooth bolt operation, durable internal components, and consistent reliability with a wide range of rimfire loads. In practical use, the Glenfield 25 earned a strong reputation as an accurate and versatile small-game rifle ideal for squirrel hunting, rabbit hunting, pest control, plinking, and teaching new shooters the fundamentals of marksmanship. Shooters frequently praised the rifle’s lightweight handling, mild recoil, and ability to produce surprisingly tight groups despite its modest price point. The detachable magazine also offered greater convenience compared to many tubular-magazine .22 rifles of the era, particularly for hunters carrying spare loaded magazines in the field. Because the rifle was affordable and widely distributed through department stores and sporting-goods retailers, the Glenfield 25 became extremely common throughout rural America and introduced countless shooters to hunting and recreational shooting. Although it lacked the polished cosmetics and premium wood found on more expensive sporting rifles, the Model 25 developed a loyal following because of its honest utility, rugged construction, and dependable field performance. Today, the Glenfield Model 25 is regarded as one of the classic budget American rimfire rifles, admired for its accuracy, reliability, simplicity, and nostalgic connection to the era when affordable .22 bolt-action rifles were a staple of American homes, farms, and hunting camps.
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 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/1177765407 |
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2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
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