First Rifle & First Handgun
My first rifle was in 1955 as a gift for my 11 th. birthday. It was a Marlin 39A lever action 22 l.r. (1940 serial number). It had belonged to my uncle and the story goes that while he was hunting, it fell over and discharged and wounded a friend. I am not sure I believe that but that is the story.
My first handgun was purchased in 1965. I paid $95 out the door for a Colt Diamond Back in .38 Special with a 4" barrel. Still have the receipt and the handgun. Still have the Marlin 39A also.
David Turner
Plymouth, MI.