Hi,

I've have ( what the barrel states is ) a TheMarlinFirearms Co. New Haven Conn U.S.A. - EST 1870
-----MODEL 336-A-30- CAL ----------------------o----------------------A-----
Which belonged to my father. I remember as a kid he would take me to the firing range and would be really pleased with how this rifle handled. Its been sitting in its case in my closet since he passed away, and I have just pulled it out. From reading the forum post, it may appear this rifle is a joy to fire. I would like to experience this for myself, but even-though I have experience shooting a handful firearms I don't consider my self an expert in weapons. SO my question is... can anyone point me to some documentation specific to my rifle, and also (most interested in) cleaning documentation. My biggest concern is some sort of miss-fire accident do to a improperly prepared rifle. I also would like to address the surface rust on the metal portions of the rifle so I can get in the best shape as possible. My father showed me how to clean a rifle when I was fifteen, but I need to brush up on the process. Please let me know of any recommend cleaning kits and products, and links to how to do it right. Thanks. OH, is there any other serial numbers on this rifle? There looks to be some hand punched serial code under the level, but they may have been something my dad did himself.

Well I found this. http://www.otisgun.com/cgistore/store.cgi?page=/new/fcatalog.html&setup=1&cart_id=
and http://www.deweyrods.com/cgi-bin/ccp5/cp-app.cgi?usr=DEWEY19358&pg=prod&ref=.22-.30fieldkit&cat=KITS&catstr=HOME:KITS

The number under the lever is the Serial Number. Before 1968, the 336s were S/Ned under the lever, after that they were S/Ned on the upper tang.

Andy

Incase you don't remember how to clean it from the breech - First check that both barrel and magazine are EMPTY, then.........

With the lever/bolt half way open, remove the lever pivot screw, then withdraw the lever downward first, then the bolt to the rear secondly - taking care to note the ejector located in the left inside receiver wall slot.
The ejector should drop out, but if not, just pull it out for later reinstall before the bolt's reinserted after cleaning.

If you feel the action is dirty and/or needs further cleaning/lubing, remove the rearmost screw from the upper rear tang, and withdraw the buttstock off to the rear, to expose the action for a dunk in kerosene or whatever cleaner you choose.

Assemble in reverse order. ;) :D

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thanks all that replied. Good information.

hpg4815,
Here's a video showing the removal of the lever, bolt and ejector. The butt stock (removed in the video) does not need to be removed.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAP707phaao

Once these are removed, from the rear of the rifle I use a cleaning rod, patches and Hoppes #9 solvent. After a shooting session, it takes about 5 or 6 patches soaked in hoppes before the patches start coming out somewhat clean. I then run 1 more patch of hoppes thru the bore and leave it to help prevent rust.

Use 0000 steel wool for removing surface rust, then coat with a little oil.

John

Steel wool will do it but it will dull the finish. I prefer fine bronze wool from Brownells or Midway.

Here is a PDF of the current manual for the 336.

http://stevespages.com/pdf/marlin_336_444_1895.pdf

With some diligent surfing at Marlin Owners you can get almost any Marlin question answered.

http://www.marlinowners.com/