When Did Marlin Switch to Microgroove Rifling?

Marlin introduced Microgroove rifling in their . 22 rimfire barrels in July 1953, with 16 grooves that were . 014" wide, and nominally . 0015" deep.

When did Marlin introduced Microgroove?

On July 29, 1953, Marlin introduced Microgroove rifling in their . 22 rimfire barrels, with 16 grooves that were . 014" wide, and nominally . 0015" deep.

What year did Marlin start making lever-action rifles?

Marlin introduced the . 444 Marlin in 1964. At the time it was the most powerful lever-action cartridge made. In 2000, some 30-odd years later, they brought out the .

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