Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this classic semi-automatic rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Marlin Firearms Co. Model 989M2.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Co.
Model: 989M2
Serial: 72273536
Date of Manufacture: 1972
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (Only)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 18"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Monte Carlo Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Marlin Firearms Co. Model 989M2 is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle, produced by Marlin from 1965 to 1978 as part of the company’s popular line of sporting .22 rifles. Designed as a magazine-fed rifle, it typically uses a detachable 7-round box magazine, though other capacities were occasionally available. The rifle features an 18-inch blued steel barrel, a blued receiver, and open iron sights, including a blade front sight and an adjustable notch rear sight, with the receiver grooved for scope mounts. Factory stocks were usually made of walnut with a Monte Carlo-style profile, often accented by a white line spacer at the buttplate. The Model 989M2 is particularly notable for its styling inspired by the U.S. M1 Carbine, giving it a distinctive carbine-like appearance that sets it apart from other Marlin rimfires of the era. While minor internal and cosmetic variations occurred during its production, the 989M2 remained known for its smooth operation, reliable semi-automatic function, and solid construction. Today, it is regarded as a classic Marlin rimfire rifle, combining both dependable performance and unique styling reflective of mid-20th-century American firearm design.
Model: 989M2
Serial: 72273536
Date of Manufacture: 1972
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (Only)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 18"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Monte Carlo Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Marlin Firearms Co. Model 989M2 is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle, produced by Marlin from 1965 to 1978 as part of the company’s popular line of sporting .22 rifles. Designed as a magazine-fed rifle, it typically uses a detachable 7-round box magazine, though other capacities were occasionally available. The rifle features an 18-inch blued steel barrel, a blued receiver, and open iron sights, including a blade front sight and an adjustable notch rear sight, with the receiver grooved for scope mounts. Factory stocks were usually made of walnut with a Monte Carlo-style profile, often accented by a white line spacer at the buttplate. The Model 989M2 is particularly notable for its styling inspired by the U.S. M1 Carbine, giving it a distinctive carbine-like appearance that sets it apart from other Marlin rimfires of the era. While minor internal and cosmetic variations occurred during its production, the 989M2 remained known for its smooth operation, reliable semi-automatic function, and solid construction. Today, it is regarded as a classic Marlin rimfire rifle, combining both dependable performance and unique styling reflective of mid-20th-century American firearm design.
Contents:
This example will ship with a manual and three magazines.
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.




