"For Sale: Marlin Model 336 Centennial Presentation Edition Serial No. 670 Part of an Inseparable 1970 ""Brace of One Thousand"" Matched Anniversary Set CRITICAL COLLECTOR NOTE: This rifle is part of a factory-matched, master-engraved 100th Anniversary set and WILL NOT be sold separately. It is paired permanently with its little-brother counterpart, the Marlin Model 39 Presentation (.22 S/L/LR), sharing the exact matching Serial Number: 670. Up for sale is the centerpiece of American deer woods legacy elevated to museum-grade fine art: the Marlin Model 336 Presentation lever-action rifle chambered in the iconic .30-30 Winchester. Manufactured strictly in 1970, this rifle was built to commemorate Marlin's Centennial (18701970). It belongs to the legendary ""Brace of One Thousand"" seriesa highly restricted run of only 1,000 matched pairs ever produced. Both rifles in this set have been preserved together for over half a century, defying the common collector pitfall of being separated. Condition & Premium Presentation Aesthetics This rifle is in Excellent Condition, displaying the deep, high-gloss original factory blueing on the barrel and receiver. It has been lightly handled over the decades, showing only minor handling marks consistent with careful storage and admiration. • Master-Class Factory Engraving: Co-designed by legendary American master engraver Winston Churchill and Robert Kain, the receiver showcases spectacular, bold open scrollwork. The left side beautifully depicts an ornate, high-detail whitetail buck flanked by the historic ""1870"" date. • Centennial Medallion: The right side features the iconic solid brass Marlin Safety Rider medallion proudly stamped with the ""18701970"" centennial dates. • Octagon Barrel & Gold Accents: Features a gorgeous 20"" tapered octagon ""JM"" stamped barrel offering exceptional target-grade accuracy. The aesthetics are elevated by a stark, factory-gilded gold trigger and matching brass accents. • Presentation-Grade Walnut: Hand-fitted with ultra-premium, high-figure American Walnut furniture featuring a gorgeous satin finish, a classic straight grip, a brass forend cap, and a crescent brass buttplate. The Ultimate Matched Pair Heritage The Model 336 is the definitive American lever-action hunting rifle. To have a pristine, factory-engraved presentation model is rare enoughbut this piece gains its true investment value from its sibling. Purchasing this rifle means acquiring its direct counterpart, the Marlin Model 39 Presentation (.22 S/L/LR). The Model 39 flawlessly mirrors the exact same luxury scrollwork, premium walnut, brass accents, and octagon barrel profile. Most importantly, it shares the identical factory-stamped Serial Number 670 on the upper tang."