Dave:
The MARLIN Model 90 was built for Sears & Roebuck Co. at their request in 1936. The gun was invented by Ole Horsrud of Fox Grove, Ill., Pat # 2,376,358, filed on July 4, 1939 and was assigned to the Sears company. The 16 and 20 came out in 1937 with 26" and 28" barrels available....standard was a rubber butt plate, but a recoil pad could be ordered. After 1939 a 410 and combo rifle/shotguns were available. From 1937 thru 1942 approx. 15,000 model 90's were built...the 16's had 28" barrels and double triggers, marked J.C. HIGGINS....last ones built were in 1960...with your serial number I would say the gun was probably made in 1937, especially if it has double triggers and 28" bbls.
Cost was $39.90 in 1937 - hope this helps, happy holidays.
Last edited by PA24; 12/21/08 04:29 PM.
