Marlin Model 55
Introduction The '''Marlin Model 55''' is a large, bolt-action, series of shotguns. It was produced in 20, 16, 12 and 10 gauge at various times in its production history. It features a full-choke and a thumb safety. The shotgun shells are fed via a two-round, detachable, box magazine.
Variants *''Model 55 Hunter'': The original model, the Model 55 Hunter, was produced from 1954 until 1964 in 12 gauge (1956-1964 in 20 gauge and 1961–1966 in 16 gauge). *''Model 55 Goose Gun'': The Goose Gun was a 12 gauge that was produced from 1962 until 1988 and it featured a 36" barrel with an overall length of 56¾" and weighed 8 lbs. *''Model 55 Swamp Gun'': The Swamp Gun was a 12 gauge that was only produced from 1963 to 1965. *''Model 55G (Glenfield)'': The Model 55G (Glenfield) was produced between 1961 and 1965 in 12, 16 and 20 gauges. *''Glenfield Model 50'': From 1966 until 1973, a slightly shorter variant called the Model 50 was produced. It differs in that it features a modified-choke, a 28 inch barrel (48¾" overall), and weighs 7½ pounds. *''Model 55 Slug Gun'': The Model 55 Slug Gun was a 12 gauge produced from 1973 until 1979. *''Model 5510 SuperGoose'': Another variant called the Model 5510 SuperGoose was produced and chambered for the 10-gauge (3½") cartridge. The SuperGoose was produced from 1976 to 1985.
References
External links *Exploded drawing of Model 5510 Supergoose from:**Murtz, Harold A. '' The Gun Digest Book of Exploded Gun Drawings''. Gun Digest, 2005..