Glenfield Model 30 Serial Number

The Glenfield Model 30 is a lever-action rifle that was manufactured by Marlin Firearms from 1966 to 1972. It is a variant of the Marlin Model 336, but with a birch stock instead of walnut, and a cheaper finish. The Glenfield Model 30 was sold through mass merchandisers such as Sears, Kmart, and Montgomery Ward. It is chambered for the .30-30 Winchester cartridge, which is a popular hunting round for medium-sized game such as deer and black bear.

The serial number of the Glenfield Model 30 can be used to determine the year of manufacture, as well as some other features of the rifle. The serial number is usually located behind the hammer, where the stock joins the receiver. The serial number consists of a letter prefix followed by six digits, or two digits followed by six digits. The letter prefix indicates the year of manufacture, while the two digits indicate the month of manufacture. The following table shows the letter prefixes and their corresponding years:

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Letter Prefix

Year of Manufacture

A

1966

B

1967

C

1968

D

1969

E

1970

F

1971

G

1972

For example, a serial number of AB53848 would indicate that the rifle was made in February 1966. A serial number of 23065343 would indicate that the rifle was made in March 1973. A serial number of 68xxxxxx would indicate that the rifle was made in 1968. Note that some rifles may have a serial number that does not match this scheme, due to errors or inconsistencies in production or record-keeping.

The serial number can also reveal some other features of the rifle, such as the barrel length, the type of sights, and the presence or absence of a gold trigger. The following table shows some examples of serial numbers and their corresponding features:

Serial Number

Barrel Length

Sights

Gold Trigger

A00001-A00300

20 inches

Ramp front, adjustable rear

No

A00301-A01000

20 inches

Ramp front, adjustable rear with hood

No

A01001-A02000

20 inches

Ramp front, adjustable rear with hood and scope mount holes

No

A02001-A03000

22 inches

Ramp front, adjustable rear with hood and scope mount holes

No

A03001-A04000

22 inches

Ramp front, adjustable rear with hood and scope mount holes, gold bead front sight insert

No

In conclusion, the Glenfield Model 30 serial number can provide valuable information about the history and features of this classic lever-action rifle. By knowing how to read the serial number, one can appreciate the craftsmanship and quality of this firearm, as well as its place in American hunting culture.

References

: [Marlin Glenfield Model 30 - Marlin Firearms Collectors Association]

: [Marlin Glenfield Model 30A â .30-30 D4 Guns]

: [Glenfield serial numbers Marlin Firearms Forum]

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