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Jimbob2.0 · Feb 3, 2019

Ngrovcam said:
You know, that is a heckuva endorsement.
Says it all in 6 words.

Not sure where the OP stands but I would think in terms of cost/value. A JM is a fine gun, its a great range shooter but with values climbing fast they are becoming more safe queens. If you want a user/field gun is a Remline good enough?

RJRjr · Feb 3, 2019

I bought a new 1894 cb 357 a few weeks ago. Haven't had it to the range yet but I'm happy with the fit and finish. The sights were straight, replaced them with Skinner's though. Wood looks real nice, forend is slim, I think all octagon barrel guns are like that. I hope to get it to the range to sight it in after work this week.

Ngrovcam · Feb 3, 2019

Jimbob2.0 said:
Not sure where the OP stands but I would think in terms of cost/value. A JM is a fine gun, its a great range shooter but with values climbing fast they are becoming more safe queens. If you want a user/field gun is a Remline good enough?

Good point. I was not specific enough.

I would like to add a solid,
well-built fun shooter that is cheap to feed,
and would not be intended to be yet another
safe queen, AND, that a good “feel”, is
versatile, uses a commonly found cartridge that matches up to a wheel gun...and that
has some cache’. I like Marlin lever guns, and the JM 30-30 in my rack is my favorite-ever
marriage of iron and wood.

Seems to me that the pre-‘82 JM’s are
holding or increasing their value. Comparing
a really nice one to a NIB Remlin, it looks
like very roughly $1K for the older bullet launcher, while a new version kicks in at
about $700.

Guess I prefer the JM, offhand. But, I
don’t want to discount the new rifles IF
they have been brought up to snuff.

Hey, here’s a different take - a SHTF angle. Which is the one you’d prefer to have tucked away if the lights went out? That precludes
any discussion of AK vs AR, shotgun vs rifle,
etc. Strictly pre-safety JM vs NIB Remlin 357?

Ngrovcam · Feb 3, 2019

RJRjr said:
I bought a new 1894 cb 357 a few weeks ago. Haven't had it to the range yet but I'm happy with the fit and finish. The sights were straight, replaced them with Skinner's though. Wood looks real nice, forend is slim, I think all octagon barrel guns are like that. I hope to get it to the range to sight it in after work this week.

Eager to hear your review!
Very best of luck with it!!!!

geda · Feb 3, 2019

I have a 2016 1895 that i bought lightly used, it works fine. It is a little rougher to cycle then my JMs, but this is the only one that I have that is younger than me. I think it just needs a few months in the woods and a few 1000rds to smooth it out. 100% confidence it will make it to my toddlers safe in 60 years.

Jimbob2.0 · Feb 3, 2019

Ngrovcam said:
Good point. I was not specific enough.

I would like to add a solid,
well-built fun shooter that is cheap to feed,
and would not be intended to be yet another
safe queen, AND, that a good “feel”, is
versatile, uses a commonly found cartridge that matches up to a wheel gun...and that
has some cache’. I like Marlin lever guns, and the JM 30-30 in my rack is my favorite-ever
marriage of iron and wood.

Seems to me that the pre-‘82 JM’s are
holding or increasing their value. Comparing
a really nice one to a NIB Remlin, it looks
like very roughly $1K for the older bullet launcher, while a new version kicks in at
about $700.

Guess I prefer the JM, offhand. But, I
don’t want to discount the new rifles IF
they have been brought up to snuff.

Hey, here’s a different take - a SHTF angle. Which is the one you’d prefer to have tucked away if the lights went out? That precludes
any discussion of AK vs AR, shotgun vs rifle,
etc. Strictly pre-safety JM vs NIB Remlin 357?

That's the tough part. I have 7 marlins. 3 are JM (1894P, 1895, 336 .35) the other three are Remlin. The 1895 is a piece of art, the 336 .35 well finished but user grade, the P is incomparable for a variety of reasons. My post Marlins including an 1894 .44 and .45 and my 336Y are good field grade guns, no major issues in function or fit though design isn't as clean. The 336Y which is the earliest is slightly out of whack on sights, nothing that cant be adjusted for and its a very handy gun for camp/traveling. The .44 and .45 seem ok, though the .45 is much smoother.

End of the day where Remlin stands if I had a gun at a fair price and I proved it out on the range with enough rounds I wouldn't hesitate for a field gun, cowboy action or home defense. Lever guns actually are one of my favorite traveling and HD guns as they are less likely to get the ire and attention of a semi and I am nearly (if not more) deadly with them just because of my level of practice.

signature · Feb 4, 2019

Talked with a gunsmith at the show. He had an old marlin lever gun with a straight stock. Looked like a Winchester. Our conversation revolved around quality of both through the years. Long story short, he praised the quality of the Newer lever Marlins from the past few years. Said they invested millions in machining upgrades and are putting out very nice guns.

Javo-J10 · Feb 4, 2019

I purchased a 1894 in 44mag with Hogsniper’s deal as well a year or so ago. Put Skinner sights on and a lace-up leather recoil pad from Buffalo Arms. It won’t win any beauty contests, but it is fun to shoot. If I had to complain about something, I’d say the loading gate is stiff. But not so bad that I’ve done anything about it.

Striper69 · Feb 6, 2019

I have 2 Marlin 45-70s that are "Remlins". A "Cowboy" model and a 1895. Both are nice and shoot well.

BossmanPJ · Feb 6, 2019

I have a newer Remlin 1895 and it does not have any issues. Shoots fine and the fit and finish are decent. It does not compare in quality to my pre safety 1894, but it’s not all screwed up like they were in 2010 either. Just a basic rifle with basic wood and fitting.

Jimbob2.0 · Feb 6, 2019

Javo-J10 said:
I purchased a 1894 in 44mag with Hogsniper’s deal as well a year or so ago. Put Skinner sights on and a lace-up leather recoil pad from Buffalo Arms. It won’t win any beauty contests, but it is fun to shoot. If I had to complain about something, I’d say the loading gate is stiff. But not so bad that I’ve done anything about it.

Ya I bought the .45 and .44 during his promotion. The .45 is smooth and feeds easy. The .44 is a little rough and the loading gate on mine is also stiff. Havent taken it down to smooth things up yet.

Trekker · Feb 6, 2019

How do the modern marlins compare to the rossi's, such as mentioned in this thread: https://www.mdshooters.com/showthread.php?t=232091 ?

CrabbyMcNab · Feb 6, 2019

I just looked, hogsniper isn’t an IP anymore?

Uncle Duke · Feb 6, 2019

CrabbyMcNab said:
I just looked, hogsniper isn’t an IP anymore?

Not since this past Fall.

Striper69 · Feb 7, 2019

Trekker said:
How do the modern marlins compare to the rossi's, such as mentioned in this thread: https://www.mdshooters.com/showthread.php?t=232091 ?

I wish Marlin would make a 454 Casull 1892 or whatever...

the heavier stock would help.

Mini14tac · Feb 7, 2019

I picked up an 1895 Guide Gun from Gary (Hog Sniper) during the sale. It is an April 2016 build and the quality is right on par with my JM 30-30. If I had to find one thing it would be the contour of the forend were it meets the receiver. On the JM it is rounded in to the receiver and on the Remlin it contoured round then cut straight so it does not have that smooth feel.

Jimbob2.0 · Feb 7, 2019

Mini14tac said:
I picked up an 1895 Guide Gun from Gary (Hog Sniper) during the sale. It is an April 2016 build and the quality is right on par with my JM 30-30. If I had to find one thing it would be the contour of the forend were it meets the receiver. On the JM it is rounded in to the receiver and on the Remlin it contoured round then cut straight so it does not have that smooth feel.

That's the small stuff that adds up. My 1895 JM is a piece of art, nice finish, great wood...……..hate shooting it but that's what it was made for.

CrabbyMcNab · Feb 10, 2019

Uncle Duke said:
Not since this past Fall.

Do we know why Gary is no longer on MDS, or if he is still in business and offering these awesome sales?

Jimbob2.0 · Feb 10, 2019

CrabbyMcNab said:
Do we know why Gary is no longer on MDS, or if he is still in business and offering these awesome sales?

I heard he is still around but just has been busy. He is a small basically custom order ship but always has great customer service. You may want to give him a call/email.

Address: 604 Frederick Street, STE 3, Hanover, PA 17331
NOTE: It is a corner building and my door is on the Westminster Road side.

Phone Number: (717)-479-6494
Email: highrockguns@gmail.com or gruby62@hotmail.com

Mini14tac · Feb 10, 2019

He is still in business. Just no longer an IP.

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