Product Description

In 1863, John Mahlon Marlin's dream was simply to make small, single-shot, derringer-type pistols. But within twenty years, his dream had grown into a corporation that would eventually be called The Marlin Firearms Company, and Marlin was one of the foremost names in the firearms industry, In this comprehensive book, learn about the men who built the Marlin empire, the guns that are now known for their classic beauty and intrinsic value, and the many products Marlin manufactured as sidelines to the firearms business.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #124172 in Books
• Published on: 1989-05
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 704 pages

About the Author
Brophy is a Stackpole Books author.

Customer Reviews

Marlin Model 1893
Mr. Brophy did his homework in writing this beautifully bound and informative book, but somehow, probaably due to Marlin Firearms being lax in their record keeping, especially serial numbers and the appropriate dates of manufacture, I was unable to pinpoint the data needed to establish the exact history of this gun. I have been forwarded to another source for possibly gaining a more accurate record of this guns manufacture. A fine book other than this.

Marlin Firearms: A History of the Guns and the Company that Made Them
A very comprehensive book for anyone with an interest in firearms. Well-written and illustrated. It contains a great deal of detail for the Marlin user and collector. Since it seems to go in and out of print on a regular basis, anyone interested in the book should get one while it's available. The cost of a used volume seems to increase each time it becomes unavailable. If you like gun books you won't regret buying a copy of this one.

must have for Marlin buffs
huge collection of data, photo's and info on Marlin. can't imagine the effort that must have been expended in collecting what is printed in this book. A bargin concidering what is offered between the pages for the reader.