The Marlin model 60 is probably the most popular .22 rifle ever made, but there was a predecessor that incorporated the same basic design. It was the Marlin model 99, and I will be featuring it in this video for your viewing pleasure.
Another great video on 22's, and like you stated, many of us love our 22's and even the older ones. Currently, I own eighteen 22's, and several of those are older 572's, 581's, 511, 513T, Rugers, etc. Back in the 70's, I bought a used Marlin model 60, and while it was a great shooter, a friend of mine desired to trade his old but in great shape Winchester 37A 16 gauge shotgun for the model 60. Since I owned a Remington 572 also, reluctantly, I made the trade. I took several game including turkeys with that model 37A, but many times I wished I had kept the model 60. My late teenage years were filled with many thousands of 22 bullets being fired, and it was not uncommon for that friend and I to end our summer work week with the purchase of a couple of bricks of 22's and spend the weekend shooting and hunting. Thanks!
One good thing about the model 60 is that there are still so many available. I have never gone to a gun show without seeing at least one for sale. I still often see them in pawn shops as well. You should be able to get another one in good shape if you really want one. Thanks for sharing your story, I appreciate it.
I inherited a model 99m1 from my dad just recently, he got it for a christmas present in 69! once i got the scope mounted and sighted in, its a tack driver for sure! thanks for the video!
Wow, I've never heard of the Marlin model 99. A friend of mine has a Glenfield Model 75 from 1979 I believe. It's got the model 60 action but only a 9 round tube magazine. Unfortunately, I live in ny and although tube fed .22 rimfires are exempt from the 10 round restriction, I would have to wait until my 21st birthday and get a license to buy the model 60,75,or 99 since we need one and have to be 21 to buy semi auto rifles now. Thankfully, I inherited my dad's 10/22 before the law and it was grandfathered in (acquired prior to September 4th, 2022). I too like old marlins, and own a few. Two 336s, one from 1951 in 35 remington and one from 1980 in .30-30 winchester, a Model 782 .22 magnum from 1986, and a Model 25 .22 S/L/LR from 1985.
Thoroughly enjoy all your videos especially rebuilding and maintaining the model 60s. I purchased my Marlin model 99c in 1970 when I just turned 18 for $47 at the local Box Store. It has the gold Marlin 100-year anniversary medallion inset on the rear right side stock. I do still have it and shoot it often. Recently I found a nice fixer upper 1976 Glenfield for $70 and had to put another $50 in parts and a lot of Labor mechanically In to it but the stock and bluing is beautiful and now is a great shooter. I replaced the feed throat which I had to Mill & file to make fit including filing in a spring groove for the cartridge lever. Then last night on an online auction site here locally in Northeast Ohio I won the bid and paid $160 for a beauty Marlin 60 squirrel Edition 1977 with a Bushnell Sharpshooter 4X 32 dual reticle scope that I am picking up tomorrow personally from their storefront and hoping it doesn't need too much mechanical work. I would like to see you post some more detail work like when you replaced the barrel liner but didn't show how you secured it either buy solder or Loctite or whatever. Another thing I would kind of like to know the ballpark prices not being nosy just for reference especially for parts and maybe some sources of availability. I too am a retired mechanic heavy construction equipment and welder along with my background in Machining so I do not have a problem with dirty hands and fingernails LOL keep the great videos coming thank you
I'll try to do my best. Thanks for the wonderful comments. I really enjoy reading the stories you guys share. I hope the rifle you are acquiring will be a good one. If you have any problems, don't hesitate to ask for advice. I'll do my best to help you.
Great video and demonstration of your marksman skills! It amazes me how you come across all of the amazing rifles you have! Love your .22 series! Cheers from Texas! Regards, -Steve-
Never knew Marlin made a Model 99. Have owned several Model 60 Glenfields and all would put all 15 rounds in a 1" orange dot on target. Wonderful rifles. just a suggestion.....when you review ammo, it is always helpful information to include velocities in your review.
Talk about timing. I got out my long forgotten model 99 tonight to clean it. I honestly don't know which version it is, there no serial number anywhere, just says Model 99 Auto-Micro-Groove Barrel. It does have "ALCOA" stamped inside the receiver housing which is cool since I live in Alcoa, TN.
Very good video as always 👍👍👍I’m a 22 fanatic myself have quite a few got a marlin model 60 model 70 couple Henry’s couple rs22 rossi and just picked up a Chippewa little badger what a fun little 22 you should get on and do a video on it there not very expensive and thay shoot everything shorts longs and long rifle
I just bought a 1972 99C and it does have the locking bolt and mounting grooves for a scope. Just put a nice scope on it and going squirrel hunting tomorrow! I only paid $100 for it. The scope cost more than the rifle.
I just bought a Marlin 60. Should be here this week. This was due to your channel. I also refinished my 69a thanks to you. Now I need a 581 thanks to you. Lol. Love your channel and the 22 videos.
Your chanel and Hickok 45 are the best two best chanels of them all The history part you guys tell with the guns you show are outstanding Keep up the good work
Tom, that 99 is beautiful. The stock has your usual excellent finish. What did you use on the receiver, it looks better than new? Accurate little rifle.
On aluminum parts, I strip the old finish off, clean them in acetone, then I apply Krylon Fusion gloss black, or semi gloss (whichever finish I want). I then let it dry a bit, and bake the repainted parts at 375-400 degrees. This makes for a super tough finish that resists chipping and flaking off.
Congratulations on yet another great production! We all look forward to your much-appreciated .22 Series. Thanks especially for the historical info regarding the Marlin 99 models. Seems I learn something new about something old in every one of this series! Your pristine early example is indeed quite a find. As a youngster in the early sixties I enjoyed a few cartons of trigger time with a buddy's 99 M1 Carbine lookalike. "Cool" is indeed the apt descriptor. I uncased a Glenfield 60 Squirrel Stock for a telling comparison with your beautiful early 99. Your 99 is the clear winner in the beauty contest. Who knew?! As always, very impressive open iron sight shooting! Way less than half minute of squirrel noggin, Sir. We appreciate your continued efforts. Yours is an exemplary channel! Pax.
I have a Marlin Model 99 that I bought as a youngster before I was 21. It is old enough to have been made before they were serial numbering these rifles. I put a 6 X Weaver rimfire scope on it and this rifle is a real tack driver. It will routinely be able to hit a quarter sized target at 50 yards from a rest.
I just bought a 1980 Marlin mod 60 for $180 from a fella. Seems like the stock has been refinished a few times… but I’ve shot a few rounds through it. She still works just fine. Will end up putting a scope on her. See how she does after that.
I enjoy your videos...and the 22's are especially my favorites.....As a teenager growing up in western NC.. Squirrel hunting was a favorite hobby as with so many others...The 22 rifles with a mounted scope were my favorite way to hunt...and 55 years later.i still feel the same...The Marlin model 88 is one that i recently acquired but sadly no means of scope attachment...I hope you will do a video on it as well...CAINT GET ENOUGH OF YOUR INFORMATIVE VIDEOS...THANK YOU FOR YOUR HARD WORK...!!
Great video Tom, and a really nice old Marlin! Great shooting, especially with iron sights! That rifle just begs to have a nice scope on it, fantastic accuracy potential from just one brand of ammo. Love the .22 series, such fun and economical to shoot, and some great vintage rifles you’ve had featured so far. Thanks for another awesome installment, I can’t wait to see what you do next!
I have a rare marlin mod 4000. It's a bull barrel target model they made for a short time. My wife actually left it in coal basement for over a yr once after shooting rats. It rusted up, so I let my son go crazy with the spray paint. I may end up stripping it down and refinishing it. Anyway even after being left in damp dirt floor basement in Pennsylvania for over yr, it still shoots sub moa at 100yds with most bulk ammo and 3/4 to half in groups with green tag or match ammo. If you never have shot or seen one let me know. It's hard to believe that a 200$ marlin .22 can shoot that good much less any 22 riffle. My friend tried out shooting it with his ruger precision .22 and I smoked him. Love your channel. I have a slingshot channel if you ever feel inclined to watch. I have some pretty amazing shots on there.
I have a model 99 m1. Monte Carlo stock and 9 shot tubular magazine. It's missing the rear sight which is a peep sight that mounts in the groove that the scope would mount to. If any one has a peep sight for it that is for sale please comment. They also made a m2 version that is feed with a box magazine. Other versions (I believe model 75) of the m1/m2 were made by glenfield. Keep the 22 series videos coming I really enjoy these especially the nylon 66 video since that was my first 22 back in 1977.
Rear sights are out there, just expensive. Last one on eBay sold for $126, cheaper to just put a 4 power scope on them. I have bought and sold many rear sights over the years but down to one and am saving it for a just in case moment. Good Luck Just checked on eBay and there is one for sale right now. $75 with one bid.
Informative video of the older Marlins, thanks. Recently came across a 99 and a 99C both in great condition, just dirty inside. Both have the walnut and Monty Carlo stocks, the 99c has pressed checkering also. Have many of the 99m1's that I have collected over the years. Also lots of model 60's, which most have been repaired and given to the kids and grandkids. Parts are getting hard to find especially the feed throat. The older ones had the ejector built into the feed throat. The newer ones have a spring ejector. Buffers are 3D printed and everywhere now. Ruger could make a fortune with their expertise in investment casting and make a durable stainless feedthroat for these models. Probably not as it would compete against the 10/22. Thanks again!
Yup, your.22 series videos are very enjoyable. I like to learn as well. I recently tried a 1945 Winchester model 74. I think it will go well with my Marlin 60 & Remington 550-1. They are all such fun to shoot with my kids. Thanks again.
I have an old glenfield model 75. It's my favorite squirrel gun because it's smaller and lighter than the model 60. It's still an accurate and reliable rifle.
I have a Marlin Model 60 Glenfield. It's very accurate and has NEVER misfired. It does have a distinctive "twang" sound when it fires. I also have the first gun I ever got, a Mossberg US44 .22 made in 1948. It still shoots great but is very heavy because it was designed to be a training rifle for transition to center fire rifles. Thanks for the great videos.
I recently picked up a model 99 at our local pawn shop. It had a broken stock right behind the trigger guard that I’ve already repaired. It came with a 4 power Universal scope that is surprisingly clear. I have a new recoil buffer ordered for it and I can’t wait to get it to the range. Thank you for all the great information you share on this channel and good shooting.
