Which Lever Action rifle in handgun caliberThis is a discussion on Which Lever Action rifle in handgun caliber within the Ruger Lever-Action forums, part of the Rifle & Shotgun Forum category; Tater and Zealot.
I like Marlin's as well. My Marlin 336 in 30-30 caliber is a tack driver.
Here is the dilemma. I own Ruger ...
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March 24th, 2011, 12:55 PM
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Tater and Zealot.
I like Marlin's as well. My Marlin 336 in 30-30 caliber is a tack driver.
Here is the dilemma. I own Ruger Blackhawk (.45 Colt 4 1/2 inch barrel), Ruger GP100 (.357 magnum 6 inch barrel) and Ruger Super Redhawk (.44 magnum 7 1/2 inch barrel).
As of today, I am leaning toward a Marlin .44 magnum in 16 inch barrel if I can find it.
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March 24th, 2011, 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by frankgon4  Tater and Zealot.
I like Marlin's as well. My Marlin 336 in 30-30 caliber is a tack driver.
Here is the dilemma. I own Ruger Blackhawk (.45 Colt 4 1/2 inch barrel), Ruger GP100 (.357 magnum 6 inch barrel) and Ruger Super Redhawk (.44 magnum 7 1/2 inch barrel).
As of today, I am leaning toward a Marlin .44 magnum in 16 inch barrel if I can find it. | If you don't find one try a Rossi 16". I bought a Rossi in 44Mag with a 20". Just waiting on Dies and a mould to fire her up. Very handy rifle but I hear the .44mag lets you know when you pull the trigger. We shall see.
Take Care
Bob
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March 24th, 2011, 05:55 PM
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I have had Marlins in 357 and 44 mag... the 357 was more accurate.
I currently have a Marlin in 41 mag and several Browning BLR's as well as a B92 in 44 mag...
Of your choices I would go with the 357 mag
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March 24th, 2011, 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Hairtrigger I have had Marlins in 357 and 44 mag... the 357 was more accurate.
I currently have a Marlin in 41 mag and several Browning BLR's as well as a B92 in 44 mag...
Of your choices I would go with the 357 mag |
Really ?
At what range and what grouping did you get ?
I am open to information.
Unfortunately, I am beginning to feel that I should get one of each  | |
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March 24th, 2011, 06:15 PM
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#65 | | St. MAGNUS CCCLVII
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Originally Posted by frankgon4 Unfortunately, I am beginning to feel that I should get one of each | Yup, you've got the fever. Revolver guys seem to be the most at risk...  | |
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March 24th, 2011, 06:20 PM
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I was just reading. Did Remington purchase Marlin ??
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March 24th, 2011, 06:30 PM
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I have a Winchester trapper 44 mag.,a Rossi in both 357 and 45 Colt.The 45 Colt drops off way more at a distance than either of the others. The 44 Trapper has a surprising kick with hotter loads.I love them all three.They are all very accurate.Now you guys got me thinking about a 454 Rossi.Always just one more.... Be safe.
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March 24th, 2011, 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by long shot I have a Winchester trapper 44 mag.,a Rossi in both 357 and 45 Colt.The 45 Colt drops off way more at a distance than either of the others. The 44 Trapper has a surprising kick with hotter loads.I love them all three.They are all very accurate.Now you guys got me thinking about a 454 Rossi.Always just one more.... Be safe. | What? No 45-70 ?? | |
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March 25th, 2011, 04:34 AM
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#69 | | St. MAGNUS CCCLVII
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Originally Posted by frankgon4 I was just reading. Did Remington purchase Marlin ?? | Yeah I a little over a year ago. There's been something of a rush to get the last of the Marlins marked "Made in New Haven, CT" as Remington is either likely to move the factory or has already announced plans to do so (I don't remember which).
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March 25th, 2011, 05:35 AM
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17 HMR & a 44 MAG in the model 96...Got to Love'm all!
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March 25th, 2011, 06:59 AM
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I have a Winchester .22 lever rifle and a Marlin GBL in .45-70 that I have added the sights and picatinny rail to to turn it into an SBL, essentially. Shoots pretty nicely.
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March 25th, 2011, 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Zealot Yeah I a little over a year ago. There's been something of a rush to get the last of the Marlins marked "Made in New Haven, CT" as Remington is either likely to move the factory or has already announced plans to do so (I don't remember which). | Just outstanding.
I am overcome with sadness.
Well, I have my old trusty Marlin 30 30
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March 25th, 2011, 07:41 PM
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To go with my SP-101 in .357 I have a Marlin 1894 Cowboy in (what else?) .357. If i have to give up all my other firearms, these are the two that will stay with me. I don't really hunt with it, although I could, but I think it's the perfect ranch rifle.
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March 26th, 2011, 04:43 AM
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Originally Posted by robertbank If you don't find one try a Rossi 16". I bought a Rossi in 44Mag with a 20". Just waiting on Dies and a mould to fire her up. Very handy rifle but I hear the .44mag lets you know when you pull the trigger. We shall see.
Take Care
Bob | Let me know how it works out. It looks like a Marlin in pistol round is more expensive than a 30 30 ??
Of course the Marlin I wanted (SBL model) is $900
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March 26th, 2011, 04:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Coonhound To go with my SP-101 in .357 I have a Marlin 1894 Cowboy in (what else?) .357. If i have to give up all my other firearms, these are the two that will stay with me. I don't really hunt with it, although I could, but I think it's the perfect ranch rifle. | I have an SP101 (3 inch barrel) and GP100 (6 inch barrel) in .357 magnum.
What kind of accuracy are you getting at what distance?
I know it is not a sniper rifle, but my 30 30 is very accurate at 100 yards.
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