Why are lever guns so attractive?

[BigRed]

Down near Ashville NC

I've been going to OK and TX.

Wouldn't mind a line on something a bit closer if you have any

 

[rugertoter]

Years ago, I had a Marlin 336 in .30-30, and I stupidly traded it off about ten years ago. To try and replace it now, would run me about 700 dollars or so. I really want that gun back, in the same caliber.

Live and learn.

 

[DefenseInsight]

I mean, they are cool looking and fun.

 

[Mgderf]

Years ago, I had a Marlin 336 in .30-30, and I stupidly traded it off about ten years ago. To try and replace it now, would run me about 700 dollars or so. I really want that gun back, in the same caliber.

Live and learn.

I think it would be more than that to replace now, especially if it was a J.M. stamped barrel.
To get a new "Marlin" now you'd need to go Ruger and I don't think you'll get a Ruger Marlin in any caliber for $700.

 

[firefighterjohn]

I think it would be more than that to replace now, especially if it was a J.M. stamped barrel.
To get a new "Marlin" now you'd need to go Ruger and I don't think you'll get a Ruger Marlin in any caliber for $700.

You're right Mgderf; they are very expensive if you can even FIND one. All most 2 years ago now, I found my first J.M. stamped Marlin 336 in .30-30 for $850. It was a 1979 model, no cross bolt safety and very clean. I hadn't seen one at my LGS for years and didn't own any at the time so I bought it!

I can see where you're coming from now rugertoter, they are great shooters and I won't be selling mine!

Now, I'm on the lookout for a nice lever action in .357/.38...those are rare finds also.

 

[rugertoter]

I think it would be more than that to replace now, especially if it was a J.M. stamped barrel.
To get a new "Marlin" now you'd need to go Ruger and I don't think you'll get a Ruger Marlin in any caliber for $700.

Yeah, they are closer to 900 now!

 

[Noble Sniper]

I’ve waited for one of these for a very long time…. Figured no better time than now Big Horn Armory Model 89 Spike Driver chambered in 500 S&W.

 

[DadSmith]

Same thing as 44-40.

Question is the 44 Largo the same also?

 

[indyblue]

I has the sads because I have no lever gun. One of these days I'll budget for one.

@Noble Sniper That thing looks wicked, I'll bet it's got some kick.

If only I could get some LRMP's to reload some S&W .500's, I loaded up 50 rounds in new brass for my GFs son who has a S&W 500 revolver. Bough 100 primers right before everything disappeared. The other 50 primers went into some 6.5cm loads that don't need magnum but I didn't know I'd never see LRMPs again.

 

[92FSTech]

I’ve waited for one of these for a very long time…. Figured no better time than now Big Horn Armory Model 89 Spike Driver chambered in 500 S&W.

That thing is awesome, and just begs for a X-Frame to keep it company! What's the recoil like? Does the base of the skinner sight extending out over the ejection port interfere with ejection at all?

 

[Noble Sniper]

Thank you gentleman. I’ve shot many a big bore rifle so I don’t think this will be anything but pleasant manageable. The Skinner sight is what BHA puts on them so I don’t see an issue. Have not shot it yet. Ordered 500 rounds of Underwood 440gr hardcast which was delivered yesterday so hopefully soon I’ll send a few of those trash cans down range lol!!! Agin thank you )

 

[Leadeye]

Question is the 44 Largo the same also?

Yes, that's the Italian name for 44-40.

Other calibers have the Italian tag of "largo" like 9mm largo, it sort of translates into large, wide or loose.

 

[Mij]

Yes, that's the Italian name for 44-40.

Other calibers have the Italian tag of "largo" like 9mm largo. it sort of translates into large, wide or loose.

The jokes write themselves sometimes.

 

[Michigan Slim]

The jokes write themselves sometimes.

Right?! I didn't know she was Italian. I just knew the bar was closing soon.

 

[Mij]

Right?! I didn't know she was Italian. I just knew the bar was closing soon.

I wasn’t gonna say it, …..but it’s still right there.