Marlin Model 336 and Models 39-A and 39-M manufactured from 1948 to 1968: A one or two letter code was used to designate the year of manufacture. All Marlins (except lever action) manufactured from 1962-1968 A two letter code was used to designate month and year of manufacture. All Marlins manufactured from 1969 to 1990: The first two digits of the serial number designate the year of manufacture, either as the last two digits of the year (in 1969-71) or as a number code (1971 and later). Go to this website and enter the code found on your rifle. http://armscollectors.com/sn/marlinlookup.php
You need to include a serial number to get a answer.
With the serial number that you provided,your Marlin model 1893 rifle was made in the year 1899.
Your serial number indicates that your Marlin model 30A was made in the year 1979.
The letter F prefix to your serial number indicates that your Marlin rifle was made in the year 1949.
By including the serial number in your question,we will be able to answer when your Marlin model 336 was produced.
1995.
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The rifle is a marlin 336. Serial number is located on the lower tang under the lever.
1968.
Your Marlin model 336RC(regular Carbine) was made in the year 1966 with the 2 letter prefix of AB to your serial number.
I would check the lower tang,under the lever.
The R prefix to your serial number indicates that your Marlin model 336 rifle was produced between 1957-1958.