Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this classic vintage rimfire rifle package today for a penny-start auction; this is a Marlin Model 81-DL .22 S-L-LR Bolt-Action Rifle with 24" Barrel, Tubular Magazine, Factory Walnut Stock, & Vintage Weaver El Paso B4 3/4" Scope.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Marlin
Model: Model 81-DL (DeLuxe Tubular-Fed Bolt-Action Rifle)
Serial: NSN (Pre-1968 Serial Number Exemption)
Date of Manufacture: Pre-1968 (Circa 1940s–1950s — C&R Eligible)
Caliber: .22 Short, .22 Long, & .22 Long Rifle (.22 CAL - S - L - LR)
Finish: High-Lustre Factory Blued Steel Finish
Barrel Length: 24" Round Steel Barrel with Full-Length Undervarel Tubular Magazine
Optics/Sights: Vintage Weaver B4 4x Scope (Made in El Paso, Texas) Mounted on Side Receiver Block (Dovetailed Rear & Front Sight Slots)
Stock/Grips: Smooth American Walnut Pistol Grip Stock with Fluted Comb & Black Synthetic Buttplate
Action: Bolt-Action Repeating Rimfire Rifle with Full-Length Tubular Magazine Feed
Markings: Barrel top roll-marked "The Marlin Firearms Co. NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. - EST. 1870 / MODEL 81-DL - 22 CAL - S - L - LR". Scope tube marked "WEAVER B4 / EL PASO TEX USA". Receiver left tapped with side scope mount block.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Produced at the historic New Haven, Connecticut plant prior to the Gun Control Act of 1968, the Marlin Model 81-DL was the DeLuxe variant of Marlin's highly successful tubular-fed rimfire bolt-action line. Capable of seamlessly cycling .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle ammunition through its high-capacity under-barrel magazine, the Model 81-DL earned a legendary reputation for exceptional field accuracy and rock-solid reliability. The "DL" designation signifies Marlin's deluxe treatment, featuring a contoured walnut stock, refined trigger, and receiver tapped for period target aperture or optical sights.
This exact rifle was manufactured pre-1968 in New Haven, Connecticut. Chambered in .22 S-L-LR, it features a 24-inch blued steel barrel, full-length tubular magazine, smooth American walnut stock with fluted comb, and an authentic vintage period-correct Weaver B4 3/4-inch scope made in El Paso, Texas mounted via side receiver optics bracket. Exhibiting very good original condition throughout with deep bluing coverage, warm walnut grain, a bright clear bore, and smooth cycling action, this pre-68 Marlin Model 81-DL with Weaver B4 scope is an outstanding addition for vintage rimfire collectors, plinkers, or C&R firearms purists.
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.
Model: Model 81-DL (DeLuxe Tubular-Fed Bolt-Action Rifle)
Serial: NSN (Pre-1968 Serial Number Exemption)
Date of Manufacture: Pre-1968 (Circa 1940s–1950s — C&R Eligible)
Caliber: .22 Short, .22 Long, & .22 Long Rifle (.22 CAL - S - L - LR)
Finish: High-Lustre Factory Blued Steel Finish
Barrel Length: 24" Round Steel Barrel with Full-Length Undervarel Tubular Magazine
Optics/Sights: Vintage Weaver B4 4x Scope (Made in El Paso, Texas) Mounted on Side Receiver Block (Dovetailed Rear & Front Sight Slots)
Stock/Grips: Smooth American Walnut Pistol Grip Stock with Fluted Comb & Black Synthetic Buttplate
Action: Bolt-Action Repeating Rimfire Rifle with Full-Length Tubular Magazine Feed
Markings: Barrel top roll-marked "The Marlin Firearms Co. NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. - EST. 1870 / MODEL 81-DL - 22 CAL - S - L - LR". Scope tube marked "WEAVER B4 / EL PASO TEX USA". Receiver left tapped with side scope mount block.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Produced at the historic New Haven, Connecticut plant prior to the Gun Control Act of 1968, the Marlin Model 81-DL was the DeLuxe variant of Marlin's highly successful tubular-fed rimfire bolt-action line. Capable of seamlessly cycling .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle ammunition through its high-capacity under-barrel magazine, the Model 81-DL earned a legendary reputation for exceptional field accuracy and rock-solid reliability. The "DL" designation signifies Marlin's deluxe treatment, featuring a contoured walnut stock, refined trigger, and receiver tapped for period target aperture or optical sights.
This exact rifle was manufactured pre-1968 in New Haven, Connecticut. Chambered in .22 S-L-LR, it features a 24-inch blued steel barrel, full-length tubular magazine, smooth American walnut stock with fluted comb, and an authentic vintage period-correct Weaver B4 3/4-inch scope made in El Paso, Texas mounted via side receiver optics bracket. Exhibiting very good original condition throughout with deep bluing coverage, warm walnut grain, a bright clear bore, and smooth cycling action, this pre-68 Marlin Model 81-DL with Weaver B4 scope is an outstanding addition for vintage rimfire collectors, plinkers, or C&R firearms purists.
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
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
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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2026-09-20 21:00:00 |
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