Marlin Model 20

Marlin Glenfield Model 20
Type Hunting rifle
Place of origin United States of America
Production history
Designer Marlin Firearms
Designed 1960
Specifications
Weight 5 lb (2 kg)
Length 41 in
Barrel length 21 in

Cartridge .22 S-L-LR
Action Bolt-action
Effective firing range 100 yards
Feed system 7 rounds; box magazine
Sights adjustable open rear, ramp front sight; receiver is grooved for a scope mount

NOTE: The Marlin No. 20 is a slide-action .22 caliber rifle with an octagonal barrel and tubular magazine, bearing patents of August 12, 1890 through November 29, 1904, produced by the Marlin Firearms Co. of New Haven, CT. U.S.A.

It is not the same as the Glenfield Model 20 (Marlin 780). The Model 20 is a bolt-action rifle that fires the .22 S-L-LR rimfire cartridge. Produced by the Marlin Firearms Company of North Haven, Connecticut, it was in production from 1960 to 1966.

Uses

The Model 20 is well-suited for small-game hunting and vermin control, as well as a target practice gun.


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