I bought this rifle in 2008. Love the rifle. Taken about 15 deer with it. There has been a lot of talk about Marlin being junk. I ordered it and was slightly disappointed in the overall fit and finish, but after a few years deer hunting with it, I can't say anything bad about it. I looked all over for a stamp that would indicate a better rifle. A JP or JM, I think. All I could find is a stamp that just leaves me clueless. Does this mean anything to anybody?