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06-30-2008, 10:15 AM

I bought what is supposed to be a Marlin model 99 from a guy. It does say Model 99 on the barrel but I can't find a serial number externally anywhere. It does have a walnut stock and the reciever on top is grooved for a scope. Does this sound like a Model 99 and where should the serial number be? I primarily bought it because it was cheap $80, had a walnut stock (very rare), had a tubular magazine (which I love) and was semi auto. I really wanted another Remington Speedmaster, but I can't find one in my price range for anything..anyway..give me the scoop on this, is it a 99 or what..

I recently purchased an older Marlin model 99M1. It was a nostalgia motivated purchase as I bought one new for my first gun back around 1971 when I was 16. According to Numrich, some of the parts, notably the stock, etc., were changed from original model to later models. How can I know whether I have the older version or later version? Clues: This rifle has no serial number. The bolt hold-open mechanism differs from my first rifle in that with this rifle the bolt handle is pushed inward while retracted to hold the bolt open; whereas my first rifle had a small, vertical, spring-loaded plunger pin in the bolt handle that engaged a slot in the receiver to achieve the same results. If anyone can help me with this then I can order the correct parts. Also, the original rear receiver sight is missing and Numrich is sold out of them. Anybody got an original? I'm planning to just make a shooter out of it as Phase-One. Phase-Two will be to restore it to substantially better condition with genuine parts. It's got some rough edges and abused screws but it's not a wreck either. The barrel looks excellent inside and out. Thanks ahead of time for any help. Pathfinder