Marlin manufactured the 81 from 1937 to 1939. When introduced in 1937, the Model 81 was described by Marlin in their advertisements as follows: A new patented tubular magazine repeater with feeding mechanism that is unique, simple and positive. Holds 25 short, 20 long, or 17 long rifle cartridges. Take down. 24 inch round tapered barrel, crown muzzle, Ballard type rifling. Automatic ejection. Positive, convenient safety. Self cocking action. Genuine American black walnut stock, military type. Unbreakable butt plate. Chromium plated bolt, bolt handle and trigger. Sporting adjustable rear sight and silver bead front sight. Length 42 &1/2 inches. Weight about 6 & 1/4 pounds. Value for Marlin Model 81 rifles is in the $75.00 range ...... Nick
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The Marlin model 80E was apparently manufactured from 1934 until approx. 1940.
Factory records on many of the older inexpensive firearms are quite often incomplete as until relativetly recently detailed records of productions were not required by the U .S. Goverment. As such, most of the ref. books tend to do a lot of educated guessing in regards to manufacturing dates and or s/n shipping dates. That said, Marlin dates are probably quite accurate .