Marlin 80-DL Bolt Action

[rubdub]

Hey All,

I just inherited a Marlin 80-DL .22 rim fire, bolt action rifle (the one with a magazine) from my grandfather. It's been in a rifle-sock case and under his bed for probably 30 years...

Anyone know how to disassemble the bolt for a good thorough cleaning?

Anything else I should check up on prior to test-firing it?

Would dry firing this rifle hurt it at all?

Thanks!

[wellfedirishman]

Don't disassemble the bolt, it is hard to put back together. Just give everything a good spray down and soak with Rem Oil.

Don't dry fire it, you could damage the firing pin and getting a replacement is hard. Use a snap cap or used (check it is used!) 22 brass instead.

These are great rifles, I used to have one and they are super accurate. Any good 22LR ammo should work fine with it. Try CCI Mini Mags, they are very accurate and reliable.

[Big Shrek]

Here is where you will find all the answers to older Marlin Bolt-action questions
RFC's Marlin forum.

http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=20

[rubdub]

Just shot and zeroed the iron sights today. This is a fun rifle. I may take it on my future backpacking trips for some target shooting/plinking.