Looking through this section, I didnt see any talk about lever actions. How many of you guys/gals are into lever guns. I love my lever guns. Heres my family:
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First is a Marlin (Pre Remington) 1894 CS in 357 Mag. My dad bought this rifle about 17 years ago or so and gave it to me about 10 years ago. This is probably favorite rifle that I have. This rifle really likes 140 grain Hornady XTP with a good dose of H110.
Next is another Marlin. JM stamped 336 in 35 Remington. Late 70's version IIRC. I bought it from a guy on Armslist who got it new as a birthday gift when he was a child. Mostly load 200 grain Hornady RN for this. I do have about 300 200 grain Rem CoreLokt bullets waiting to be loaded. Sometime during its life, the rear sight was lost and that is why it is scoped. Eventually I will put on another rear sight, possibly a "peep" styled sight.
And finally my "go to" hunting rifle. Browning BLR in 308 Win. Another rifle from my dad. He bought this in 1995 and only put a few rounds through it. I kept begging to shoot it or buy it from him. Stubborn old man wouldn't budge. Til one day he called and asked if I was still interested in buying this rifle. So I bought it from him for what a local retail appraised as "trade in" price. Deer season 2013 I took two white tail with this rifle. I was planning on an Elk hunt this year, but such is life, I can't go this year. But I put on see through rings just in case I needed to make a quick shot at any critters (Grizzlies) and finding them in the scope would be too slow. I have plenty of factory ammo currently for this rifle. But I am working on a 180 grain Nosler Partition load. 180 grain Nosler Ballistic tipped handloads did work pretty good in the rifle.
Eventually I would like to get a lever gun in 44 mag and possibly 45-70.
Have a base Henry 22 and Henry 357.
Nice pieces.
357_Sig those are nice levers, really like the BLR too.
I have 3 Marlin lever guns purchased back in the early 80's...
The Marlin 336-C 30-30, the Marlin 1894-C 44Mag and the Marlin 1894-C 375Mag all have been great shooters... ;D
I really like my levers too and Marlins better still!!
I have a few too. ::)
1894 357Mag
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375Win
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1894 32-20
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1894 in 45LC
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1895 45-70
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336 30-30
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1894S 45LC
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CW
I really like the BLR too! I would like to find one at a decent price in good shape in the 270 Win. There is a BLR that keeps popping up at a local retailer. Its a 358 Win Mag. Its in that $600 range which is a super nice price for a BLR. I think people buy it, cant find ammo for it and then return it at a loss. If I could find a couple hundred brass, I would snatch it up in a heartbeat. I see ammo seek has a decent listing and not to outrageous prices.
cw that first 1894 you have there, that is sweet looking wood on that rifle. They are all nice looking rifles, but that wood is something else.
I'm a piker compared to you guys. Just one, a Win/Moriku 1892 in 45 LC.
I like lever guns;
Reeder GNR#2 45-70 necked down to .375.
Henry H009B Brass action 30-30 very accurate rifle that has allot of class.
Henry 22 mag
Puma 480 Ruger Legacy arms
Gave my 358 BLR to my oldest son and gave my Henry Big Boy 45 LC to my other son.
Pretty dang fond of my Marlin 1895 45-70 too.
Dreaming about that bucket list "some day" Alaskan big game hunt. In the meantime; for hunting in thick or brushy woods around here, the Marlin shines.
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No pics handy, but I have a Winchester 1894 NRA Centennial Musket (my 1st centerfire rifle) in .30-30, another '94 in .356 Win, and my favorite of my 3, a Marlin 336-ER, also in .356 Win.
I have had in the past, a Savage '99 and a Browning BLR, both in .358 Win.
Sam
I only have one lever action, and it's a weirdo. Win 95 factory chambered in 7.62X54R. Keeps my 17 Mosin Nagants in good company. According to the serial number it was manufactured in 1916.
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Quote from: gandog56 on May 18 2015 06:15:04 PM MDT
I only have one lever action, and it's a weirdo. Win 95 factory chambered in 7.62X54R. Keeps my 17 Mosin Nagants in good company. According to the serial number it was manufactured in 1916.
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OOH BUT its a BEAUTY!!
(Common caliber actually. MANY MANY made and sent to Russia.)
CW
Many also didn't. This one apparently never made it to Russia. It doesn't have the mod for 7.62X54R loading clips, and no Russian proof marks.
Can't believe I missed this Thread
I know it's older, but doesn't hurt to bring it back
Four Leverguns reside in my "Toy Box"
From left, clockwise:
Marlin, 39 Mountie .22lr, Marlin 1894 in 44 and a Marlin 1894 in 357
Oh, with their mated Ruger Old Models ;) :
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And a Browning Belgian BLR in 308 Win:
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Sorry for the <r@ppy Cellphone pics :-[
Winchester 94XTR .22S-L-LR
Browning (Miroku) M92 44Mag
Winchester 1892 357Mag
Ya'll know that a 357 cal Marlin 1894 can be converted to 10mm, right?
Just temptin' ya!
Quote from: MacEntyre on November 04 2015 05:42:06 AM MST
Ya'll know that a 357 cal Marlin 1894 can be converted to 10mm, right?
Is that on wiki?
Quote from: MacEntyre on November 04 2015 05:42:06 AM MST
Ya'll know that a 357 cal Marlin 1894 can be converted to 10mm, right?
Just temptin' ya!
Nah, I'll stick with my semi auto Mechtech CCU for 10mm.
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Quote from: gandog56 on November 04 2015 07:31:36 AM MST
Nah, I'll stick with my semi auto Mechtech CCU for 10mm.
I am with you on self-stuffers. I was watching Jurassic World and lusting once again after a 1895 Guide Gun in 45-70, when it dawned on me how much better equipped you would be with an AR-10 in 45 Raptor. Better ballistics, 20 rounds on tap and much faster reloads. Not to mention the endless world of accessories.
I love the look of a lever gun. But I don't see me buying one.
I am with you on self-stuffers. I was watching Jurassic World and lusting once again after a 1895 Guide Gun in 45-70, when it dawned on me how much better equipped you would be with an AR-10 in 45 Raptor. Better ballistics, 20 rounds on tap and much faster reloads. Not to mention the endless world of accessories.
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While I see your point to a certain degree; respectfully point out a guy with a modern 45-70 lever action and the proper ammunition wouldn't be undergunned ANYWHERE on the planet.... The big 5 in Africa, countless brown (including the Alaskan coastal bears) & black bears, American Bison, etc. have been harvested cleanly with it. For up close protection (inside 100 yards) in the bush, I wouldn't trade my 45-70 Marlin 1895 sbl for any other bang stick I can think about.
I will agree with that if you add the word "hunting" before anywhere. The guide gun is an excellent gun, and one that certainly engenders some lust on my part.
I still stand by my statement. You are better equipped with an AR-10 in 45 Raptor. Better ballistics, better reload speed, and when the AR-10 is well-made, just as reliable.
We each have the right to go our own way and I respect yours.
For me:
Cartridge with 140 years of proven success; from taming the Wild West (manifest destiny heritage), used successfuly as war fighting implement, harvesting the badest creatures walking the planet (in every climate).
-vs-
New (2 or 3 year) cartridge in a substantially heavier platform (even before the ammunition is considered).
While I'm pretty solidly intrenched; I'll keep an eye on your AR-10 45 Raptor in the years to come to see how it fares the test of time.
PS....
I have great affinity for my AR-10 & M1a both in 308 cal. From deer to 450lbs ferral hogs neither has ever let me down.
Regards.
Quote from: Rojo27 on November 05 2015 11:47:00 AM MST
I'll keep an eye on your AR-10 45 Raptor in the years to come to see how it fares the test of time.
We are all here because we don't really see an agreement in pedigree versus quantitative utility. If we we were about pedigree, we would be ignoring the 10mm and arguing about 9mm vs 40 S&W vs 45 ACP.
I too am anxious to build out a Raptor and see what she will do.
Yea I'm liking the cartridge I'm loading for my nephew the 458 SOCOM from the AR platform...BTW there is talk that SAAMI may legitimize the cartridge soon! These are the 45-70 equivalent but can be run on the AR15 with the 458SOCOM upper.
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The 45 Raptor is the 308 based big brother to the 458 socom. The Raptor requires an AR-10/AR308 base gun. It will push a 250 grain projectile another 650 fps faster than the 458 socom. Or, you can keep the same muzzle velocity with an extra 100 grains in tow.
I would love to see someone come out with a big, long, high BC bullet in the 400-450 grain range that could be loaded subsonic in the Raptor. Kind of 45 blackout.
I think I might be able to get one down pretty close to the 7lbs challenge. My build will use a TN Arms lower, which is about half the weight of a aluminum lower. Add in lightweight other furniture and I think I can hit about 7.5 lbs with a scout scope.
I will post up pics and specs once my lowers get in in a few weeks.
I agree on the SOCOM!! I WILL HAVE ONE!!
In the mean time This is a LEVER ACTION THREAD. ;)
I picked up a cherry Winchester that you dont see everyday.
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CW
:P :o ;D :D Wow - what caliber?
Pretty sure that is a 22 mag.
Quote from: sqlbullet on November 07 2015 08:58:25 AM MST
Pretty sure that is a 22 mag.
You know it.. its my OTHER FAVORITE CALIBER!!
CW
I have a Marlin 22mag bolt gun. Great gun and a great cartridge.
Quote from: sqlbullet on November 07 2015 08:58:25 AM MST
Pretty sure that is a 22 mag.
Thanks. I Googled the model. I should not have done that. Gonna cost me.
Quote from: sqlbullet on November 07 2015 08:37:07 PM MST
I have a Marlin 22mag bolt gun. Great gun and a great cartridge.
Think I do too...a 782, 882 and 883. :) Along with a couple DOZEN others so chambered. :o :o :P :) (I did say I loved them)
CW
Not nearly as fancy as all these lever guns, but I inherited a Marlin 39A from my father. I just rebuilt it. He bought it new off the shelf in 1956. I'll post a pic once I re blue it.
Old well worn guns are my favorite. They have stories to tell.
Quote from: DizzyDean on November 24 2015 03:07:16 AM MST
Not nearly as fancy as all these lever guns, but I inherited a Marlin 39A from my father. I just rebuilt it. He bought it new off the shelf in 1956. I'll post a pic once I re blue it.
I LOVE my 39M
The Straight Stock of the Mountie is more comfortable to me than the Pistol Grip style of the 39A
My '72 Marlin 39M with its paired .65 Super Single Six, Old Model:
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How about a couple 22 magnum Henry's?
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CW
I pulled this one out of the safe yesterday for another friend to see...
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Its a Marlin 62Magnum. Chambered in 256 Winchester Magnum.
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CW
Want. Like a boss. Very nice.
I don't own any rifles that shoot a bigger than 308 projectile. But my 300 WinMag I think will drop just about anything. It's an AR and does chrono a 208 grain Amax at 2585.
If I miss the first shot, I got nine more in the magazine.
With 70 grains of powder, it has a lot of ft. Lbs.
Oh I Already have a 458 SOCOM built it up myself then added an incredibly accurate RRA upper with the Hunter brake. Hard to comprehend but that ri,de is one of my most accurate rifles to date. I have loaded and run 300 FTX and HP all the way up to 405 grain hard cast bullets. Magpul furniture and Desert Tan Houge free float fore grip. A really nice Trijicon 1.75-4 with green chevron sits atop with optional open sites with side mounts go on when I am not hut ing with it. I let guys shoot my guns and without a doubt they all ohhhh ahhhhh over the 458 SOCOM and grin uncontrollably when I let them shoot it.