Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic rifle, renowned for its reliability and simplicity, for a penny-start auction: the Marlin Model 99!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Co.
Model: 99
Serial: No Serial Number
Date of Manufacture: 1959-1960
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 22" Micro-Groove Barrel
Optics/Sights: Beaded Blade on Ramped Base Front with Elevator Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Uncheckered One-Piece Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Marlin Firearms Co. Model 99 is a semi-automatic, tube-fed .22 caliber rifle that earned a reputation for reliability and simplicity, making it a favorite among small-game hunters, plinkers, and recreational shooters throughout its production years. Introduced in the late 1950s, the Model 99 represented Marlin’s effort to create a dependable .22 rifle that could serve as both an entry-level firearm for new shooters and a capable tool for seasoned outdoorsmen. Its operation was straightforward, utilizing a blowback system with a tubular magazine capable of holding over a dozen rounds of .22 LR ammunition, ensuring long strings of uninterrupted shooting. Marlin’s signature Micro-Groove rifling in the barrel contributed to impressive accuracy for its class, giving the rifle a precision edge over competing rimfires of the era. The Model 99’s wood stock, clean lines, and blued steel barrel provided a traditional appearance that appealed to shooters looking for a rifle that combined functionality with classic styling. One of the defining traits of the Model 99 was its versatility and user-friendliness, both in the field and on the range. The tube magazine design, though slower to reload than detachable box magazines, was valued for its reliability and ability to handle a variety of .22 cartridges without fuss. This made the rifle ideal for hunting small game, such as squirrels and rabbits, where accuracy and dependability mattered more than rapid reloading. Its lightweight build and balanced feel made it comfortable to carry all day, a feature that hunters especially appreciated. Over the years, the Model 99 also became a foundation for later Marlin rimfires, influencing the development of the popular Model 60, which adopted a similar tubular magazine and action but introduced refinements for mass production. Collectors today often view the Model 99 as an important transitional piece in Marlin’s rimfire lineup, appreciated not only for its practicality but also for the role it played in shaping the company’s later successes in the rimfire rifle market.
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: 99
Serial: No Serial Number
Date of Manufacture: 1959-1960
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 22" Micro-Groove Barrel
Optics/Sights: Beaded Blade on Ramped Base Front with Elevator Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Uncheckered One-Piece Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Marlin Firearms Co. Model 99 is a semi-automatic, tube-fed .22 caliber rifle that earned a reputation for reliability and simplicity, making it a favorite among small-game hunters, plinkers, and recreational shooters throughout its production years. Introduced in the late 1950s, the Model 99 represented Marlin’s effort to create a dependable .22 rifle that could serve as both an entry-level firearm for new shooters and a capable tool for seasoned outdoorsmen. Its operation was straightforward, utilizing a blowback system with a tubular magazine capable of holding over a dozen rounds of .22 LR ammunition, ensuring long strings of uninterrupted shooting. Marlin’s signature Micro-Groove rifling in the barrel contributed to impressive accuracy for its class, giving the rifle a precision edge over competing rimfires of the era. The Model 99’s wood stock, clean lines, and blued steel barrel provided a traditional appearance that appealed to shooters looking for a rifle that combined functionality with classic styling. One of the defining traits of the Model 99 was its versatility and user-friendliness, both in the field and on the range. The tube magazine design, though slower to reload than detachable box magazines, was valued for its reliability and ability to handle a variety of .22 cartridges without fuss. This made the rifle ideal for hunting small game, such as squirrels and rabbits, where accuracy and dependability mattered more than rapid reloading. Its lightweight build and balanced feel made it comfortable to carry all day, a feature that hunters especially appreciated. Over the years, the Model 99 also became a foundation for later Marlin rimfires, influencing the development of the popular Model 60, which adopted a similar tubular magazine and action but introduced refinements for mass production. Collectors today often view the Model 99 as an important transitional piece in Marlin’s rimfire lineup, appreciated not only for its practicality but also for the role it played in shaping the company’s later successes in the rimfire rifle market.
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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