Marlin Model 93 – .30-30 Winchester – 20" Short Rifle – 1920s Production

This Marlin Model 93 is an attractive example of an early 20th-century American lever-action rifle. Its 20-inch barrel, octagonal profile, and distinctive “Special Smokeless Steel” marking make it an interesting collectible.

The photographs show a pleasing combination of aged receiver metal, blue barrel finish, and traditional walnut furniture.

Condition and identification

Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Company

Model: 93

Caliber: .30-30 Winchester

Estimated manufacturing period: 1920s

Barrel: 20-inch octagonal barrel

Configuration: Short rifle, lever action

Barrel marking: “Special Smokeless Steel”

Sights: Adjustable rear sight and front sight

Stock: Walnut straight-grip buttstock and wooden forearm

Receiver: Predominantly silver-gray patina, with visible case-hardening colors in protected areas

Barrel condition: Good remaining blue finish

Wood condition: Attractive aged finish with visible handling marks

Overall condition: Good antique-style used appearance

The strongest visual feature is the receiver. The remaining case colors in protected areas contrast nicely with the worn, silver-gray exterior and help illustrate the rifle's age and finish history.

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