^Lot 293 Scarce Marlin Model 20 Slide Action Takedown Rifle

Scarce Marlin Model 20 Slide Action Takedown Rifle, #NVSN, .22 RF cal., 23" lightweight octagon barrel with -magazine, blue finish, smooth walnut straight grip stock and grooved forend, smooth blue steel crescent buttplate, dovetailed ivory bead blade front sight, and fixed "U"-notch rear sight with elevation adjustment screw. The top screw is missing at the upper tang. Mfg'd circa 1907-1922. Rifle is in fine overall condition, retaining approx. 85% factory finish, showing intermittent light marks, oxidation and pitting at the muzzle, flaking to the finish on the receiver. Stock is in fine condition, with scattered moderate indentations and impressions. Action functions well and locks up securely. Bore is fair with visible rifling but moderate to heavy erosion scattered throughout. Est.: $600-$800. (C&R)