Description

Marlin 30AS

Marlin 30AS evolution of the Model 36 rifle, the Model 336 is easily distinguished from its predecessors by its open ejection port machined into the side of the receiver. Design improvements include a stronger and simpler round-profile chrome-plated breech bolt, a redesigned cartridge carrier, an improved extractor,⁴ and coil-type main and trigger springs in place of the flat springs used in earlier Marlin rifles.³ Like its predecessors, the receiver and all major working parts of the Model 336 are constructed of steel forgings.³

With its solid, flat top receiver and side ejection of fired cartridges, the Marlin 336 is prime candidate for use with a rifle scope. In 1956, Marlin also incorporated its proprietary Micro-Groove rifling system into the Model 336 and other centerfire Marlin rifles.³ This rifling system, which used an increased number of relatively shallow rifling grooves, cut down production time and significantly extended the service life of machine tooling.⁵ According to Marlin, the Micro-Groove system provides very uniform bore dimensions and a very smooth bore finish designed to improve accuracy, prevent gas leakage, and reduce bore fouling.⁵

The Model 336 is designed to be easily disassembled for cleaning. Removal of the lever pivot screw with a flathead screwdriver, allows field stripping of the lever arm, bolt, and ejector for maintenance.³ Unlike many lever action designs, the Model 336 can be cleaned from the breech, much like a bolt-action rifle.³ This in turn avoids damage to the muzzle caused by cleaning rods and tools

Firearm Features

• Model: 30AS
• Caliber: 30-30 Winchester
• Barrel Length: 20 in.