Mechanically, nothing. The 'W' suffix is typically used by Marlin to denote models that use walnut-finished hardwood stocks. Since that is now standard on the Model 60, the 'W' has been dropped from the standard model. sales@countrygunsmith.net
No. They are two separate entities.
Marlin Firearms was created in 1871.
1968
Your marlin model 336 RC(regular carbine) was made by marlin firearms company in 1954.
Your marlin model 39A was made by the marlin firearms company in 1952.
Marlin Firearms: A History of the Guns and the Company That Made Them by William S. Brophy
Your marlin 336sc(standard carbine) was made by the marlin firearms company in 1950.
Well, Marlin bought ballard firearms in the late 1800's and produced their rifles. The relationship was carried out until about 1915 when ballard became no more...
A National Firearms company is a shotgun that was made around 1864 and the pat. was picked up by Marlin and they made the model 17 and 30 and so on so look up a model 17 or 30 Marlin which where made between 1907 thru 1917 Thanks Tim@crippen.net
The same Marlin Firearms company the makes rifles USED to. From 1870-1899, Marlin produced very well made Derringers and revolvers.
Your marlin model 336RC(regular carbine) was made by marlin firearms company in 1968.
The Marlin model 24 pump action shotgun was produced by Marlin firearms company from 1908-1915.