Which to choose?

[sunset1]

I'm looking at the following:

Marlin Camp Carbine .45

Marlin 1894 .357

Mini 14

I like each, but don't need any of them for HD. Would be mostly range, my enjoyment.

All are in very good condition, but can only afford one now.

Assuming they are priced reasonably, which would you choose?

Thanks for you thoughts.

 

[joppaj]

The Mini-14 is the most likely to be subject to any new ban. I would get it and mags while you can.

The Camp Carbine is a nice gun, but still not much cheaper to shoot than the Ruger and harder to get parts and mags for.

The 1894 is a classic, but unlikely to face any ownership challenges. Try to find an older one before they were bought by Freedom Group.

 

[hvymax]

What Joppa said.

 

[sunset1]

Thanks for the quick replies.

 

[mbz300sdl]

Yup I have a mini in the classifieds

Mak an offer worst i can say in no

 

[browning guy]

The Mini-14 is the most likely to be subject to any new ban. I would get it and mags while you can.

The Camp Carbine is a nice gun, but still not much cheaper to shoot than the Ruger and harder to get parts and mags for.

The 1894 is a classic, but unlikely to face any ownership challenges. Try to find an older one before they were bought by Freedom Group.

NOTHING NEEDS TO BE ADDED TO THAT!!

 

[Seagrave1963]

The Mini-14 is the most likely to be subject to any new ban. I would get it and mags while you can.

Kickin' myself in the arse every day for not getting one of them a few months ago from Lou.

 

[Indiana Jones]

Kickin' myself in the arse every day for not getting one of them a few months ago from Lou.

I know someone who might be selling a few

 

[Seagrave1963]

I know someone who might be selling a few

going to have to reconsider the wheelgun wish list if a good mini comes available!

 

[OLM-Medic]

good luck getting any mags without paying an assload!

 

[Mooseman]

I cannot answer this question any better than joppaj.

 

[sunset1]

Appreciate everyone taking the time to respond.

Thanks.

 

[amoebicmagician]

Thinking about the question posed in this thread, I found this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FinRqCocwGE&feature=endscreen&NR=1

Check out the tokarev at 5:05, 36 bucks!

 

[CanonShooter]

What Joppa said.

I'd say all three... But if not... Joppa is dead on!

 

[Deep Creek Rock]

How is getting mags for a Marlin Camp Carbine 45 difficult?

They use 1911 mags. The mags are as common as flies, and you still can find them, especially if you already own a 1911.

Now the gun itself is harder to find. Marlin has not made Camp Carbines for awhile.

 

[joppaj]

How is getting mags for a Marlin Camp Carbine 45 difficult?

They use 1911 mags. The mags are as common as flies, and you still can find them, especially if you already own a 1911.

You are indeed correct and I stand better educated.

 

[Deep Creek Rock]

Marlin should have never quit making those Camp Carbines. I bet they would sell well now a-days.

I wouldnt mind having one- but they fetch a decent price tag, if you can find one.

 

[joppaj]

I looked at one in 9mm last year and walked away because of the price (and the mags). They seem like such a great idea, just like Ruger's various .44 carbines. I'm not sure why they don't hit it off that well.