Minimalist Outdoorsman’s Combination Gun: The Marbles Game Getter (1st Model)

Published on May 4, 2026
Duration: 12:35

This video provides an in-depth review of the Marble's Game Getter, a unique combination firearm designed by Webster L. Marble for outdoorsmen. It details the gun's dual-barrel configuration (.22 rimfire rifle over .44 smoothbore shotgun), its minimalist design philosophy, and its historical context, including its production history and the impact of the National Firearms Act. The review highlights features like the folding stock, adjustable sights, and the innovative single hammer system.

Quick Summary

The Marble's Game Getter is a unique combination firearm designed by Webster L. Marble, featuring a .22 rimfire rifle barrel over a .44 caliber smoothbore barrel. It was intended as a minimalist survival tool for outdoorsmen, prioritizing light weight and versatility. The standard configuration uses .22 rimfire and .44 shotshells, with other caliber options available. Its production was significantly impacted by the National Firearms Act of 1934.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to Marble's Game Getter
  2. 00:25Designer Webster L. Marble and Philosophy
  3. 01:54Combination Gun Design: .22 Rifle & .44 Shotgun
  4. 03:31Markings and Manufacturer Information
  5. 04:23Variations and Caliber Options
  6. 05:00Barrel Lengths and Production Dates
  7. 05:11Folding Stock Mechanism
  8. 06:26Sights: Notch and Aperture
  9. 07:14Operation and Barrel Release
  10. 07:46Single Hammer System
  11. 08:27Production Numbers and Second Pattern
  12. 09:15Impact of the National Firearms Act
  13. 11:10Stock Removal and Legality Myths
  14. 12:22Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marble's Game Getter?

The Marble's Game Getter is a unique combination firearm designed by Webster L. Marble, featuring a .22 rimfire rifle barrel over a .44 caliber smoothbore barrel. It was intended as a minimalist survival tool for outdoorsmen, prioritizing light weight and versatility.

What calibers does the Marble's Game Getter use?

The standard Marble's Game Getter uses a .22 rimfire cartridge in the upper barrel and a .44 caliber smoothbore barrel, typically chambered for the .44 Game Getter cartridge (a shotshell loading of .44-40). Other caliber options were available for the rifle barrel.

What was the purpose of the Marble's Game Getter?

Designed by Webster L. Marble, the Game Getter was conceived as a minimalist, lightweight, and versatile firearm for outdoorsmen and survivalists. Its dual-barrel configuration allowed for hunting small game with the .22 and larger targets or birds with the .44 shotshell.

How did the National Firearms Act affect the Marble's Game Getter?

The National Firearms Act of 1934, which taxed short-barreled rifles and shotguns, significantly impacted the Game Getter. Versions with barrels under 18 inches became subject to a $200 tax, making them prohibitively expensive and effectively ending their widespread sale in the US.

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