Firearms videos with A Touch of Class. It's great to see somebody doing videos on older classic firearms that are obtainable and usable by the General Public . Bravo.
No comparison too the plastic.. i mean polymer firearms of today... I'd much rather have a classic walnut stocked rifle than 10 of these new polymer rifles of today
A wee bit of a collector as well, and lever guns are my sweet spot. Thank you for pulling them out and sharing your insight. Levers might be 'old school', but they are reliable, accurate, versatile, durable and capable with a good spread of chamberings. Nothing like heading out to the woods carrying a piece of American history and art.
Hi Jason, There are legions of people that agree with you. The .35 with the 200 grain bullet is balanced, potent, reliable, has sufficient mass and in the Marlin - repeat shots. Summary : Fantastic.
Mike, You are an old school gentleman. I got tickled by Your Marlin 444 story. I like Your reasoning in You're decision not to bring both rifles out. You had enough compassion that You did not want to embarrass a guest, and the wisdom to know that eventually the Man would learn the truth on His own. Your videos teach much more than just firearms. God Bless You , and thank You for teaching these valuable lessons about morals, and ethics.
My father in law puts me in that same position often (he knows everything especially on subjects that he never had interest in until the conversation!). So I know the feeling he mentioned lol
@@Chriskelly19067 I had a similar experience once with an elderly gentleman who was convinced that My Grandfather's name was spelled Netherly and not Nethery. He wanted to argue about it. I just told Him , "I guess You are right" and went on about My way. LOL
A quiet Monday evening and everything is fine. I'm just writing to say hello and to wish you and your family a wonderful evening. We're all connected. God Bless.
I love Winchester firearms, but when it comes to lever guns I am a Marlin man all the way. They are fantastic rifles. I have a '69 in .35 Remington. It has a dark cherry color to the wood and it is just beautiful. It is also lethal on deer in the hardwoods. I also have an old Glenfield model in .30/30, with the deer and Oak leaves engraved in the stock. Another nostalgia rich beauty...I am picking up a '74 336 tomorrow. Another classic for the woods. Great video!
There is something that transcends all logic and reason about lever actions that just feel right to me. Marlin or Winchester, it just feels right in the hand. Excellent weight, excellent cartridges for their tasks.
Winchester’s only shortcoming was that they never offered a model 1894 in .35 Remington. That caliber outshines the 30-30 every time. I have lots of JM Marlins from 22lr up to 45/70 and .35 Remington. I love them all! Oh, and also a few Henry rifles in the same calibers! Thank you for a great video, Sir!
I still prefer the feel and beauty of nice wood and steel myself! The reason for the lever pivot being where it is on Marlin's and Savage etc., is that Winchester/Browning held the patents for the sleek levers so nobody could copy it. I also have a model 1894 rifle from 1901, 26" barrel, model 94 carbine from 1940, 20" barrel, and a Savage model 99 from 1911; all in 30-30. I still want to find a nice Marlin 1893 to join the family. Just find it fun to have a 30-30 lever day at the range and of course they are all suitable deer rifles at 100-200 yards. Totally enjoy your videos!
The Winchester Model 94AE had what they called the angled eject which was designed specifically to mount a scope.The new Winchester 94 sporter in 25-35 made in Japan also has an angle eject for a scope. I personally prefer iron sights..!
Thank you for the comparison. These are attractive and functional rifles. I haven't carried a model 64 but would love to have one. Each is great for drawing down on game in woods and hilly terrain.
I have a couple Winchester’s. 64 lever and a 94 eastern saddle ring carbine. The 94 has 500 yard sights. Made by Marble arms( still in Gladstone , Mi )
Wonderful video, with any luck my next purchase will be a Winchester 1886 in 45-90. However, when you mentioned "Remington Hepburn" I have to admit I jumped. One of the most elegant single shots ever made. That's a video I'm truly looking forward to seeing. As always, thank for sharing and have a great week.
I bought a new Miroku/Winchester 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine & couldn’t be happier with it. It’s my first Winchester not made in Connecticut but it’s earned the Winchester name that’s stamped on the barrel.
I'll go against the grain here and state that I think the straight gripped Marlins are visually more appealing. I had a 94 back in my youth and sent it down the road. That was when they were a $100 gun brand spankin' new. Always loved the look, feel and slick action of my dad's '54 336RC in .35 Rem. Nostalgia might come into play here...
Great Video. Thanks so much for sharing Just bought a 336 marlin 30-30. Love it. Was even able to get some DNZ game reaper mounts for it. Thanks again. Very informative
I really love all three of those it would be a very difficult decision to choose between those three rifles. I would prefer the 336a and 35 Remington and the Winchester in 32 win special . I guess if I did have to choose it would be the Winchester 64 and 32 Win special. But the Marlins are totally awesome I grew up with Marlin I still haven't owned a Winchester that's probably why I would choose it. Thank you Mike I've watched this video several times all three of those rifles are beautiful examples.
Both excellent ..... à walking riffle or saddle one Winchester all the way but for targeting and the use of a scope the Marlin is the one .... both are good to own it is like butter and bread .... you need both 👍😁🇺🇸
Champing at the bit! Lol! How true! I can pull a bolt, an auto or a pump out of the safe and put it back in without working the action and sighting on an imaginary target (I'm the only shooter in the house...). Not so with the lever guns! I always have to play with those, even if only for a few seconds... My first BB gun back in the dark ages was a Daisy 1894, so maybe that's where that came from... 👍👍
They feel that way because, imo, they were designed back in the day when there were no computers, just "artists" who understood the topic very well. Pick one up and for some reason you just want to take it out and carry it around or shoot. I really like the older straight grip though. More to do with tradition than anything else. Oh, and a scope on a lever gun, unless you have eye issues, is an abomination! 😃
TY for yet another interesting video. I am a huge fan of lever action rifles/carbines. I have several Marlins and a Win 94. I tend to favor the Marlins myself. The design is outstanding imo. TY again for a fun informative video. MH
Thanks Mark - you're in great company; I've received countless notes over the years from people that love Marlins's; many don't shoot anything else. A timeless, superb rifle (336) and actually all their guns. All the best to you.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns One of my personal favorites in the Marlin 1894 in 44 magnum. For deer and hog hunting here in Florida it is hard to beat. A 240 grain bullet and 1800fps is potent medicine.
I'm upset I missed this video!! I have the same 444. Mine is 1965. 24" barrel with the paddle stock. I took a nick whitetail buck in Nov with it. You're right, they just beg to be taken out. I also load shotshells for it. The 1:38" ROT makes it effective on grouse to about 10 yards.
Really safe design as you don't need to carry it cocked. I have hunted with the Marlin in 35 Rem. Years ago I got my son the marlin in 30 30 for his first adult sized rifle. He absolutely loves it to this day. I think Browning tapped gas off the barrel of the Winchester to make a semi auto out of a lever action as an experiment.
Hi Charles - you bet - the hammer provides a lot of control. The gas tap modified lever is in a museum somewhere I think - Browning was a genius - as you know - a giant intellect among men.
I love my 444 Marlin. Its a JM rifle with the quicker 1 in 20 ballard rifling twist rate. Shooting Hornady Lever Evolution the gun will shoots clover leaf groups. I reload a 300 grain hard cast flat nose for it and that round shoots around a 1 inch group. I usually go for the hard cast reload because it is very cheap compared to factory ammo. That gun is my go too brush gun. I have my grandfathers pre 64 Winchester 94 in 32 Winchester Special. It is a very easy rifle to shoot accurately even with its semi buckhorn sights. One bit of information I would add to your video is that you can easily remove the bolt on the Marlin guns for cleaning from the rear. This allows the use of a solid cleaning rod without the worry of damaging the barrels crown such as in cleaning from the front. They are both very fine rifles for the new shooter and the expert.
Great contribution Jake - I'll mention the bolt removal! Also - the cast bullet aspect is important. Young people seem to love reloading once someone shows them how; with safety and care etc...
I do really enjoy reloading but I don't know anyone else near me that does. I have my grandfathers reloading equipment, plus all the stuff I bought for myself. I learned through conversing with people, reading manuals and watching the FortuneCookie45LC channel. It is mildly expensive to get into but it pays off when you are able to make very accurate ammo cheaply or you can reload very expensive calibers cheaply. As always, I enjoy your videos!
The 444 is so much more beautiful than the 336 even though it is the same action. The straight stock and slimmer forend and little darker better wood in my opinion. But there's still a big contrast with the model 64 when you picked it up it was like Wow! LOL they're all definitely great hunters thought that's for sure. Speaking of the UK I saw a video of a guy from the UK with lever action. He had the same question as you why aren't more people using these... Lol thank you Mike
I like the Marlin ..... but I love the Winchester , similar but different it is like a GM and a Ford , some people like one or the other, well me I own a Ford and a GM so the same with riffle and I consider my lever action riffle my favorite including a Mare's leg Henry 👍 I wish I own a 1895 in 30-06, saw one on sale for 2000 $ !
Levers are pretty popular as guns for the guys that goes with the moose, boar and bear dogs , blasers are really popular amongst that crowd to. I think Levers never caught on because atleast in Sweden mauser96 and other similar rifles were used for sport shooting to Not many levers take pointed bullets either, just the blr, savage, win88, win1895 and the finnwolf Iirc And apart from win70 US guns have a reputation as being lower quality than European rifles
(info till våra vänner i väst) And we have a restriction to 6 rifles. When you go beyond that Much more paperwork is requierd, for Hunting rifles at least. But if we didnt have that rule. I would be broke constantly. But i do love leveractions.
Yeah Bee, In my opinion some European rifles are overly complicated, some not all. Kinda overworked and overly expensive. As a hunter I batter my rifles sometimes and the thought has crossed my mind in the past that I'm glad the rifle I was carrying wasn't too expensive. But to be sure, I have nothing against a jewel of a rifle in my guncase.
@@minerblue9641 husqvarna 640 or 1640 are great mauser derivates Husqvarna 1900 is a very slick action That is Kinda the only major ones, there are a few others but they are smaller scale or boutique guns Husqvarna did alotta sbs to, but I am Kinda meh about those Ag42 is a great milsurp semi auto
Not really Short and handy they might be but for a good swing you need a long heavier barrel, heavier stable rifle that can shoot a bunch without overheating. The Great shooters aim to brainshoot boar, you need accuracy and fast flatshooting calibres Preferably removable mags
The only disadvantage to the Winchester was the top eject made mounting a scope difficult. Being 62 I can't see the sights any more. But you are right the Winchester is better looking and it is also much easier to carry.
@@johnkendall6962 why is that? I have no problem carrying my Marlin and i do so without a sling. Its just wicked how easy it is to carry. I cant see how the Winchester can be that much better....
@@Magisktification With a scope there isn't much difference. Without a scope it just feels better to carry the Winchester. Its hard to say why. I think it's because of how the lever doesn't have a hinge below the receiver. From shooting with my friends the Marlin seems a little more accurate but that's moot at the range these rifles are used.
the 444 and the 45/70 used the 336 that was modified. the older 45/70 used a different action. A lot a info can be found on the Marlinowners.com or try Marlinowners forum.
Hello Sir Appreciated the video and having recently received a 336 from my wife as a birthday gift I can relate to wanting to make that journey to the forest. I appreciate the simplicity of this rifle. On another note I wanted to let you know I am very satisfied with my last results with the 1941 issue Parker Hale Deluxe. Have a brandy and a good evening.
I hunt a bit with a 444SS myself. Marlins are simply better than the Winchesters. Winchesters are light and do carry well, but that's the only strong point. The Marlin 336 Texan with the straight stock is probably the best handling 30-30.
Thanks for all the great videos. Love the Marlins, like the Winchester’s and your comparison videos. I was wondering if you have in your collection a Stevens Model 425, lever action. It was a contemporary of the Marlins and Winchester’s of the early 20th Century but apparently could not compete with the big guys. The 425 is to my eye one of the most beautiful American levers made. It kinda looks more like a Marlin but the action is different. I’ve never held one but the bolt moves rearward then looks like it drops down at an angle into the receiver almost like a Savage 99 . They were made in .35, .32, and .30 Remington rimless I believe. I think less than 20,000 were made and they were offered in different grades also. The gun featured a 22 inch barrel and 1/2 stock magazine, crescent butt stock and case hardened receiver. It looks like it would handle just about perfect. Wood and metal work looked to be exceptional. Well, It would be great to see a video on this fine gun and perhaps a comparison to the 336 and ‘94. I’d love to own one especially in .35 Rem., but they are scarce and pretty expensive. Thanks and I hope you can find one of these guns someday and add it to your collection.
I do have two marlin levers rifles and two Winchester levers and 1 Rossi lever rifle and I like the Marlin the best overall. But someday I would like to buy one of these new Henry's or Browning lever rifles.
Great video. Only getting into lever action rifles, I recently purchased a marlin jm 1894 357 for target shooting over here in Ireland. I believe jm, John marlin versions are 70's ish rifles and can be rare, well in Ireland anyway. Very limited to the lever actions available here but the 357 Is popular with gallery target shooting. Can you please give a explanation of the different marlin models in a future video? I'm new as I said and don't k ow the differences between 1894, 1895 etc...very confusing when looking for upgrade parts etc. I personally want to change my straight grip to a pistol grip but cant decipher online which parts fit which rifle models..thanks a million.
I would not say their uncommon in Sweden. I have a 336. And a handfull of people i know have leveraction. For certain forms of hunting its a quite popular system.
The Marlin 336 JM are more desirable than the Remington made rifles because of the constant problems with fit and finish and Quality Control issues with barrel bands breaking and sights canted. The new Winchester 94 made by Miroku is a nice rifle that has started to effect prices on the used Winchester 94 market. I prefer the straight stock Marlin 336 known as the Texan model. Marlin makes a new Texan which doesn't have that slick feel of the older models.
An old friend of mine got into a piss'n match with another fellow at the bar and so a shooting competition was arranged, the loser lost his rifle!!! Each man would take turns shooting at a gallon jug at 400 yds., the first to hit it would win the other mans rifle. My friend took home a nice scoped Browning BLR 81 in 358 win, and the other man learned not to talk down my friends open sighted 336 Marlin .30-30. Beware the man that has one rifle and shoots it well.
I'm from Belgium and many gun owners actually have and shoot lever action rifles. And I know that in France, the legislation made lever action shotguns realy popular recently.
Although, auto-loading firearms and lever actions are used within the EU, it is rare, even among those Americans who have obtained their Jagdtscheins. It is a cultural hunting tradition throughout Europe to hunt with over priced rifles and optic combinations. Such names as Sauer, Walther, Steyer, Blaser & Mauser are most common. Additionally, custom combination guns, known as 'Drillings', offer hunters multi-caliber selections and shotgun / rifle combinations in one long gun.
I think the reason why the lever action rifles are not as popular in europe is they dont come in the high velocity calibres and are not considered as accurate as the bolt actions.
The BLR and I think Finnwolf is the name, are. They in many ways are bolt actions operated by a lever .The Winchester model 1895 and Savage 99 are also able to handle high velocity calibers You could find the 1895 win in 30-06 and I own a 99 savage in 308 win
That's it. In Germany, for example, we have legal requirements that the ammunition used for hunting hoofed game, must have at least E100 >= 2000J. None of the common leveraction calibers provides that - and especially not when lead-free bullets are mandatory. Nevertheless, I love my 1970s Marlin 336 in .30-30 for hunting roebuck.
With respect to lever actions in Europe, the Russian Empire ordered a bunch of Win. Model 1895s, chambered in 7.62x54 R. Not all ended up there but some did. A few even ended up in Spain during the Spanish Civil War on the republican side.......
Older Marlins were really well built and I've handled many over the years but the new ones just don't feel the same. Much like your comments the other day about some of your Remington 700's and the newer ones not feeling quite as solid... Same with the Marlins. And yes, I wish that Winchester would bring their western series of rifles home, there's something about picking up an 1873 or '94 and seeing "Made in Japan" stamped on the barrel. Arghhh! Between Winchester and Marlins not having their "magic" these days, I've been looking at Henry Rifles more seriously and really want one of their Originals but they've priced them in the stratosphere. I've written and called Henry to see if they have any plans to make an Original in 22lr but they've said no. They said they couldn't sell them in 22lr. I think more would be sold in 22lr than 44-40 though because 22lr is sold everywhere and the 44-40 is uber expensive IF you can find it. Even if a Henry Original RF cost $2K, they'd sell. Sorry for the rant!
Agree...I have an XLR marlin that is a few years old and the quality is bad... lots of burrs, stainless that has rusted a bit with minimal exposure to the elements, and after about 50 rounds EVERY screw was loose and it was malfunctioning...I found that the leaf in the loading port was so loose it was hanging up the cartridges on feeding.
Please do a video on the Hepburn, i love seeing a falling block as they are the least common firearms seen. Sako had the finnwolf lever action, which i believe was an excellent rifle, but it never caught on in Europe, probably as you say for cultural reasons. Krieghoff did the Semprio, i do not know if you have seen that rifle, it is a pump action, a bit of an odd design, it has been discontinued, maybe lackof sales killed it off.
Your notes are so informative. I had no idea they discontinued the Semprio. That makes it an instant collectors item and it was already one of the most unique firearms of all time. Please check my videos - I made a video on the Semprio and I still have the rifle! The Finnwolf was and is a dream lever action - I made a video on them as well. I think the lever action is the best balance of speed, reliability, accuracy, ruggedness and general huntability - which is why America used to be a lever action country....then things changed.
Good thought and maybe so - but there is nothing wrong with rimmed cartridges and when I'm is Europe I see drillings and combination guns of all kinds and calibers - many rimmed. I think someone who knows what's what and how to shoot should attend a driven boar hunt with a Marlin 444 - and show everyone how it's done. The .444 flattens everything and is perfect in those trees. Aside from that the Marlin is full of character, reliability and class and with the lever down - everyone on the drive can see the action is safe from far away. Perfect. One fellow I knew hunted a lot with his sons and not wanting any accidents painted the levers hunter orange. Unless in position and ready to shoot those levers were down and given the bright orange - were like flags of safety. Thanks for the note. Please write more.
In Sweden their not that uncommon with leveraction. For most of our gun types theres a limited maximum of cartridges in the magazine for hunting. Luckily for us in Sweden that does not apply to lever actions but im thinking maybe some othee eu countries their not allowed because of that?
I was surprised when you said that people write to you saying the Marlin is better "because you can put a scope on it". A scope does not really belong on a lever action . They weren't made for scopes. If you are in a situation where you need a scope on your rifle, you might as well go with a bolt action because at ranges that you need a scope to shoot at, how much faster is it really to have a lever action instead of a bolt action? Operating that lever is going to move the rifle a lot just like a bolt. Also, I have a new Miroku made Winchester 1894s have angle eject and are tapped for scope mounts.
Love your videos , was wondering if you could tell me why when I search my Marlin 36 A serial number around 6300 it come back saying it's a model 1893 ?
Hi Christopher, Thank you for your kind words. I've had similar experiences with various of my rifles over time. The factories often had actions and parts from earlier models on hand when new models started being mass produced. The overlap of serial numbers occurred during the phasing in period. Some 20 years ago I was told by one production line worker that if a box of previous model actions was located and parts were available and there was still tooling around to complete the guns - they would build those out - and then continue with the main production line. These days computers and efficiency and not many boxes laying around in factory corners makes such interesting asides just about impossible. Hope this makes sense. All the best.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Hello sir , thank you for your reply , I appreciate it very much , as far as what looks like a set of deer hooves before the serial number , have you ever seen or heard of that or do you think it may be a bad letter stamping ?
USOG, Hey I got a hunch that the faster the twist in a pistol or rifle barrel, the faster the bullet will exit the barrel, everything else being equal. Not necessarily talking about just heavy bullets. I think that to a certain point this might hold true. For example, 357 mag revolver from S&W/w a 4" bbl/1:18 3/4" twist vs Ruger's 1:16" twist. Would the added resistance in the Ruger barrel allow for a better powder burn? Or for instance 308 Win. barrels, the older Remington at 1:10 and the old Winchesters which I heard were 1:12". I do know that the faster twist will better stabilize a longer/heavier bullet. But thats not what I'm asking. Its kinda hard to put this in words here.
Hi Martin - good thought. If I understand you: Faster twist creates more back pressure, causing more powder to burn behind the bullet resulting in more pressure, greater volume of gas, and a higher muzzle velocity. Is that about right? I'm going to think on it. Barrel friction is increased by higher twist as well.
I've always figured many current day Americans love lever actions partly because they have been so ingrained in our minds by Hollywood. Of course all you have to do is look,hold and shoot one. Then conversely you might think that is why Hollywood gives it so much attention-LOL. But all kidding aside; whatever the reason, it is true blue Americana and tradition. It is hard not to like lever actions. I own 4 and love cycling rounds with the lever. Thanks for giving it it's due.
Lever guns are simply not shootable enough for fast shooting on driven game. You need a scoped gun to be accurate and to be able to see what animal you are shooting. Many times there are specific restrictions on what game you can take, age, sex, trophy size etc. Hunting in Europe is a bit more complicated than American hunting. To be fast and accurate you need a very high stock. The heel of the buttplate must be almost the same height as the line of bore. And you need an a adjustable comb to get your face in line with the scope perfectly. Lever guns are good for snap shooting in dense forests, but a bolt gun will do the same job better! (And a double, better still) czcams.com/video/S4Cerq1Q_vE/video.html At the end you can see what an adjustable comb helps in accurate shooting. czcams.com/video/KwzzwT-VI_8/video.html Centerfire lever actions belong with wheel locks in museums! ;)
What prompted me to watch your video regarding the 444 Marlin was due to another video I was watching about a Green Beret soldier by the name of Jerry Shriver "Mad Dog" from the Vietnam era. It was said this individual purchased such a rifle to be added to his arsenal of weapons that he used against the North Vietnamese. I'm curious what your thoughts would be about that, or the opinions of your viewers is also welcome. I will often observe videos from the Vietnam era because my older brother served in that war when he was 18 in 1968. czcams.com/video/g9W5OjQK_4c/video.htmlsi=9v66KZmdrnhBxVXp
Thanks for the note and video link. I watched the video - quite a remarkable man. The .444 would have done well in the thick jungle and more open areas as well. The idea of the large exit wound is sound. The Marlin would have done well in the wet, humid, miserable environment although rate of fire and reloading might have been issues. I hope your brother is okay. God Bless.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Thank you so much for the quick response to my question. Unfortunately My brother passed away in 1972 he was enlisted in the Army, but I don't know much about what happened to him. I was 9 years old at the time.
Firearms videos with A Touch of Class. It's great to see somebody doing videos on older classic firearms that are obtainable and usable by the General Public . Bravo.
No comparison too the plastic.. i mean polymer firearms of today... I'd much rather have a classic walnut stocked rifle than 10 of these new polymer rifles of today
A wee bit of a collector as well, and lever guns are my sweet spot. Thank you for pulling them out and sharing your insight. Levers might be 'old school', but they are reliable, accurate, versatile, durable and capable with a good spread of chamberings. Nothing like heading out to the woods carrying a piece of American history and art.
Old school rifles are beautiful in my view,just something about them that I attract to.
Thanks for sharing.
Love my 336 and model 39a. Both excellent guns.
Love the marlin 336 in .35 Remington in my mind the perfect gun and caliber for hunting here in north east Pennsylvania
Hi Jason, There are legions of people that agree with you. The .35 with the 200 grain bullet is balanced, potent, reliable, has sufficient mass and in the Marlin - repeat shots. Summary : Fantastic.
levers are the best,just bought an old 300 savage.
Mike, You are an old school gentleman. I got tickled by Your Marlin 444 story. I like Your reasoning in You're decision not to bring both rifles out. You had enough compassion that You did not want to embarrass a guest, and the wisdom to know that eventually the Man would learn the truth on His own. Your videos teach much more than just firearms. God Bless You , and thank You for teaching these valuable lessons about morals, and ethics.
My father in law puts me in that same position often (he knows everything especially on subjects that he never had interest in until the conversation!). So I know the feeling he mentioned lol
@@Chriskelly19067 I had a similar experience once with an elderly gentleman who was convinced that My Grandfather's name was spelled Netherly and not Nethery. He wanted to argue about it. I just told Him , "I guess You are right" and went on about My way. LOL
A quiet Monday evening and everything is fine. I'm just writing to say hello and to wish you and your family a wonderful evening. We're all connected. God Bless.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Thank You My Friend, I Finaly made it home.
I love Winchester firearms, but when it comes to lever guns I am a Marlin man all the way. They are fantastic rifles. I have a '69 in .35 Remington. It has a dark cherry color to the wood and it is just beautiful. It is also lethal on deer in the hardwoods. I also have an old Glenfield model in .30/30, with the deer and Oak leaves engraved in the stock. Another nostalgia rich beauty...I am picking up a '74 336 tomorrow. Another classic for the woods. Great video!
I agree - Marlins are legend and I particularly like the Glenfield you have - a lot of character in that rifle.
There is something that transcends all logic and reason about lever actions that just feel right to me. Marlin or Winchester, it just feels right in the hand. Excellent weight, excellent cartridges for their tasks.
So true Tangero - legendary rifles - legendary actions.
Winchester’s only shortcoming was that they never offered a model 1894 in .35 Remington. That caliber outshines the 30-30 every time. I have lots of JM Marlins from 22lr up to 45/70 and .35 Remington. I love them all! Oh, and also a few Henry rifles in the same calibers! Thank you for a great video, Sir!
I still prefer the feel and beauty of nice wood and steel myself! The reason for the lever pivot being where it is on Marlin's and Savage etc., is that Winchester/Browning held the patents for the sleek levers so nobody could copy it. I also have a model 1894 rifle from 1901, 26" barrel, model 94 carbine from 1940, 20" barrel, and a Savage model 99 from 1911; all in 30-30. I still want to find a nice Marlin 1893 to join the family. Just find it fun to have a 30-30 lever day at the range and of course they are all suitable deer rifles at 100-200 yards. Totally enjoy your videos!
The Winchester Model 94AE had what they called the angled eject which was designed specifically to mount a scope.The new Winchester 94 sporter in 25-35 made in Japan also has an angle eject for a scope. I personally prefer iron sights..!
Thank you for the comparison. These are attractive and functional rifles. I haven't carried a model 64 but would love to have one. Each is great for drawing down on game in woods and hilly terrain.
I have a couple Winchester’s. 64 lever and a 94 eastern saddle ring carbine. The 94 has 500 yard sights. Made by Marble arms( still in Gladstone , Mi )
I'll look up the Marble Arms sight - interesting that they are calibrated out so far. Nice Winchesters you have.
Wonderful video, with any luck my next purchase will be a Winchester 1886 in 45-90. However, when you mentioned "Remington Hepburn" I have to admit I jumped. One of the most elegant single shots ever made. That's a video I'm truly looking forward to seeing.
As always, thank for sharing and have a great week.
I have the 1886 in 45-70, 100th anniversary model. Absolutely one of my favorite rifles. Butter smooth and a dream to shoot. Highly recommend!
The Miroku Winchester are high quality and expensive !
I bought a new Miroku/Winchester 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine & couldn’t be happier with it. It’s my first Winchester not made in Connecticut but it’s earned the Winchester name that’s stamped on the barrel.
Good choice very high quality riffle
I'll go against the grain here and state that I think the straight gripped Marlins are visually more appealing. I had a 94 back in my youth and sent it down the road. That was when they were a $100 gun brand spankin' new. Always loved the look, feel and slick action of my dad's '54 336RC in .35 Rem. Nostalgia might come into play here...
The 444 barrel cut to 18" Is very handy. You lose almost nothing in velocity. In fact they found the bullet slows down in the 24" barrel.
That's really interesting Craig!
Great Video. Thanks so much for sharing
Just bought a 336 marlin 30-30. Love it. Was even able to get some DNZ game reaper mounts for it.
Thanks again. Very informative
🇦🇺😎👍Nice….great content…lever guns are very popular down here…I bet his name was Noel , No all , know nothing😂…great video🏁
I really love all three of those it would be a very difficult decision to choose between those three rifles. I would prefer the 336a and 35 Remington and the Winchester in 32 win special . I guess if I did have to choose it would be the Winchester 64 and 32 Win special. But the Marlins are totally awesome I grew up with Marlin I still haven't owned a Winchester that's probably why I would choose it. Thank you Mike I've watched this video several times all three of those rifles are beautiful examples.
You're a kind soul, Mr. USOG.
Thank you Lou : )
Thank You for the reply on the Stevens 425 comment. Next best thing to having one of my own would to hear your commentary on one. Good Hunting.
Both excellent ..... à walking riffle or saddle one Winchester all the way but for targeting and the use of a scope the Marlin is the one .... both are good to own it is like butter and bread .... you need both 👍😁🇺🇸
Perfect - an expression everyone should know. Well put!
Using, you have a great channel, love watching, great informative content, very knowledgeable. Well done sir.
Thank you Edward - I appreciate your support.
Thank God for the new download link NO MORE FLASH COMMERCIALS interrupting your great videos. Wooo Hoo
That's great!
Champing at the bit! Lol! How true! I can pull a bolt, an auto or a pump out of the safe and put it back in without working the action and sighting on an imaginary target (I'm the only shooter in the house...). Not so with the lever guns! I always have to play with those, even if only for a few seconds... My first BB gun back in the dark ages was a Daisy 1894, so maybe that's where that came from... 👍👍
I'm the same way - something about those levers : )
They feel that way because, imo, they were designed back in the day when there were no computers, just "artists" who understood the topic very well. Pick one up and for some reason you just want to take it out and carry it around or shoot.
I really like the older straight grip though. More to do with tradition than anything else.
Oh, and a scope on a lever gun, unless you have eye issues, is an abomination! 😃
Hi Jim - I agree - the straight grip has something special.
TY for yet another interesting video. I am a huge fan of lever action rifles/carbines. I have several Marlins and a Win 94. I tend to favor the Marlins myself. The design is outstanding imo. TY again for a fun informative video. MH
Thanks Mark - you're in great company; I've received countless notes over the years from people that love Marlins's; many don't shoot anything else. A timeless, superb rifle (336) and actually all their guns. All the best to you.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns One of my personal favorites in the Marlin 1894 in 44 magnum. For deer and hog hunting here in Florida it is hard to beat. A 240 grain bullet and 1800fps is potent medicine.
I'm upset I missed this video!! I have the same 444. Mine is 1965. 24" barrel with the paddle stock. I took a nick whitetail buck in Nov with it. You're right, they just beg to be taken out. I also load shotshells for it. The 1:38" ROT makes it effective on grouse to about 10 yards.
Well done on your hunt! And thanks for the shotshell mention - I'll try that.
Yes. Both of those look like special order from Marlin with the Bishop stock options.
My .444 Marlin is a blast to fire and it is a tack driver! Very accurate!
Really safe design as you don't need to carry it cocked. I have hunted with the Marlin in 35 Rem. Years ago I got my son the marlin in 30 30 for his first adult sized rifle. He absolutely loves it to this day. I think Browning tapped gas off the barrel of the Winchester to make a semi auto out of a lever action as an experiment.
Hi Charles - you bet - the hammer provides a lot of control. The gas tap modified lever is in a museum somewhere I think - Browning was a genius - as you know - a giant intellect among men.
I just bought a new 336W in New South Wales.
thank you sir
I love my 444 Marlin. Its a JM rifle with the quicker 1 in 20 ballard rifling twist rate. Shooting Hornady Lever Evolution the gun will shoots clover leaf groups. I reload a 300 grain hard cast flat nose for it and that round shoots around a 1 inch group. I usually go for the hard cast reload because it is very cheap compared to factory ammo. That gun is my go too brush gun. I have my grandfathers pre 64 Winchester 94 in 32 Winchester Special. It is a very easy rifle to shoot accurately even with its semi buckhorn sights. One bit of information I would add to your video is that you can easily remove the bolt on the Marlin guns for cleaning from the rear. This allows the use of a solid cleaning rod without the worry of damaging the barrels crown such as in cleaning from the front. They are both very fine rifles for the new shooter and the expert.
Great contribution Jake - I'll mention the bolt removal! Also - the cast bullet aspect is important. Young people seem to love reloading once someone shows them how; with safety and care etc...
I do really enjoy reloading but I don't know anyone else near me that does. I have my grandfathers reloading equipment, plus all the stuff I bought for myself. I learned through conversing with people, reading manuals and watching the FortuneCookie45LC channel. It is mildly expensive to get into but it pays off when you are able to make very accurate ammo cheaply or you can reload very expensive calibers cheaply. As always, I enjoy your videos!
The 444 is so much more beautiful than the 336 even though it is the same action. The straight stock and slimmer forend and little darker better wood in my opinion. But there's still a big contrast with the model 64 when you picked it up it was like Wow! LOL they're all definitely great hunters thought that's for sure. Speaking of the UK I saw a video of a guy from the UK with lever action. He had the same question as you why aren't more people using these... Lol thank you Mike
I like the Marlin ..... but I love the Winchester , similar but different it is like a GM and a Ford , some people like one or the other, well me I own a Ford and a GM so the same with riffle and I consider my lever action riffle my favorite including a Mare's leg Henry 👍 I wish I own a 1895 in 30-06, saw one on sale for 2000 $ !
Good words. You'll get one of those 1895s - just a matter of time.
Love the 444 Marlin. It's a real thumper. That's a nice one. Looks like it might be a late 60's version or early 70's.
Great video, my friend.
Thanks Jayhough!
Very good video on lever guns you cant go wrong with a Marlin or Winchester.
Levers are pretty popular as guns for the guys that goes with the moose, boar and bear dogs
, blasers are really popular amongst that crowd to.
I think Levers never caught on because atleast in Sweden mauser96 and other similar rifles were used for sport shooting to
Not many levers take pointed bullets either, just the blr, savage, win88, win1895 and the finnwolf Iirc
And apart from win70 US guns have a reputation as being lower quality than European rifles
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And we have a restriction to 6 rifles. When you go beyond that Much more paperwork is requierd, for Hunting rifles at least.
But if we didnt have that rule. I would be broke constantly.
But i do love leveractions.
Yeah Bee,
In my opinion some European rifles are overly complicated, some not all. Kinda overworked and overly expensive.
As a hunter I batter my rifles sometimes and the thought has crossed my mind in the past that I'm glad the rifle I was carrying wasn't too expensive. But to be sure, I have nothing against a jewel of a rifle in my guncase.
Yeah Bee,
What Swedish rifle do you recomend?
@@minerblue9641 husqvarna 640 or 1640 are great mauser derivates
Husqvarna 1900 is a very slick action
That is Kinda the only major ones, there are a few others but they are smaller scale or boutique guns
Husqvarna did alotta sbs to, but I am Kinda meh about those
Ag42 is a great milsurp semi auto
@@minerblue9641 by some you mean ze germans ;)
Sauers are crazy
Great channel.
Those leverguns are fantastic. They would be ideal for the type of driven game hunts which are popular in Europe.
Not really
Short and handy they might be but for a good swing you need a long heavier barrel, heavier stable rifle that can shoot a bunch without overheating. The Great shooters aim to brainshoot boar, you need accuracy and fast flatshooting calibres
Preferably removable mags
Love my Marlin 4570, w the curved pistol grip.
Ideal rifle to love King Cobra
The Winchester is a much nicer looking rifle, but I'm a Winchester guy all the way.
The only disadvantage to the Winchester was the top eject made mounting a scope difficult. Being 62 I can't see the sights any more. But you are right the Winchester is better looking and it is also much easier to carry.
'john kendall',...my thoughts and 'problem' too !
@@johnkendall6962 why is that? I have no problem carrying my Marlin and i do so without a sling. Its just wicked how easy it is to carry. I cant see how the Winchester can be that much better....
@@Magisktification With a scope there isn't much difference. Without a scope it just feels better to carry the Winchester. Its hard to say why. I think it's because of how the lever doesn't have a hinge below the receiver. From shooting with my friends the Marlin seems a little more accurate but that's moot at the range these rifles are used.
@@johnkendall6962 I guess i have to do some comparison. I do use mine without a scope. Thanks for elaborating your thoughts!
the 444 and the 45/70 used the 336 that was modified. the older 45/70 used a different action. A lot a info can be found on the Marlinowners.com or try Marlinowners forum.
Thanks for the link. I keep an eye out for the original 1895...but alas...hard to find in decent shape.
Got em both and love em both
Perfect!
Hello Sir Appreciated the video and having recently received a 336 from my wife as a birthday gift I can relate to wanting to make that journey to the forest. I appreciate the simplicity of this rifle. On another note I wanted to let you know I am very satisfied with my last results with the 1941 issue Parker Hale Deluxe. Have a brandy and a good evening.
I love walnut and blue steel Americana
The Lee Enfield .303 is as fast as anybody needs in a hunting rifle, properly used.
I hunt a bit with a 444SS myself. Marlins are simply better than the Winchesters. Winchesters are light and do carry well, but that's the only strong point. The Marlin 336 Texan with the straight stock is probably the best handling 30-30.
Those Marlin Texans are gems and Marlins have so much going for them. Maybe they are better.
Thanks for all the great videos. Love the Marlins, like the Winchester’s and your comparison videos. I was wondering if you have in your collection a Stevens Model 425, lever action. It was a contemporary of the Marlins and Winchester’s of the early 20th Century but apparently could not compete with the big guys.
The 425 is to my eye one of the most beautiful American levers made. It kinda looks more like a Marlin but the action is different. I’ve never held one but the bolt moves rearward then looks like it drops down at an angle into the receiver almost like a Savage 99 . They were made in .35, .32, and .30 Remington rimless I believe. I think less than 20,000 were made and they were offered in different grades also. The gun featured a 22 inch barrel and 1/2 stock magazine, crescent butt stock and case hardened receiver. It looks like it would handle just about perfect. Wood and metal work looked to be exceptional.
Well, It would be great to see a video on this fine gun and perhaps a comparison to the 336 and ‘94.
I’d love to own one especially in .35 Rem., but they are scarce and pretty expensive. Thanks and I hope you can find one of these guns someday and add it to your collection.
I had one! 😭 What a great rifle! I'll try to find another and make a video. Thanks for the reminder.
I do have two marlin levers rifles and two Winchester levers and 1 Rossi lever rifle and I like the Marlin the best overall. But someday I would like to buy one of these new Henry's or Browning lever rifles.
Hi Airborne - There is something about Marlins - they are just about perfect; especially if one likes a scope now and then.
have a 1966 marlin 30/30 jm stamped of course bueatiful rifle in near mint condition
Great video. Only getting into lever action rifles, I recently purchased a marlin jm 1894 357 for target shooting over here in Ireland. I believe jm, John marlin versions are 70's ish rifles and can be rare, well in Ireland anyway. Very limited to the lever actions available here but the 357 Is popular with gallery target shooting. Can you please give a explanation of the different marlin models in a future video? I'm new as I said and don't k ow the differences between 1894, 1895 etc...very confusing when looking for upgrade parts etc. I personally want to change my straight grip to a pistol grip but cant decipher online which parts fit which rifle models..thanks a million.
With the Marlins, they are basically the same action, sorry that you had to put up with a stubborn person. I love my Marlins!
Quality lever action rifles are not just handy, but very fun to shoot.
So true.
I would not say their uncommon in Sweden. I have a 336. And a handfull of people i know have leveraction. For certain forms of hunting its a quite popular system.
Marlins are great at least the originals. Do you think Ruger will bring the Marlin back to the original quality and craftsmanship? Thanks Mike
The Marlin 336 JM are more desirable than the Remington made rifles because of the constant problems with fit and finish and Quality Control issues with barrel bands breaking and sights canted. The new Winchester 94 made by Miroku is a nice rifle that has started to effect prices on the used Winchester 94 market. I prefer the straight stock Marlin 336 known as the Texan model. Marlin makes a new Texan which doesn't have that slick feel of the older models.
I like the Texan best as well. I didn't know about the new version. The older ones are usually well cared for and so slick.
I have no idea what it is about a lever gun, but they just "feel" right.
I agree Old Place!
An old friend of mine got into a piss'n match with another fellow at the bar and so a shooting competition was arranged, the loser lost his rifle!!! Each man would take turns shooting at a gallon jug at 400 yds., the first to hit it would win the other mans rifle. My friend took home a nice scoped Browning BLR 81 in 358 win, and the other man learned not to talk down my friends open sighted 336 Marlin .30-30. Beware the man that has one rifle and shoots it well.
I'm from Belgium and many gun owners actually have and shoot lever action rifles. And I know that in France, the legislation made lever action shotguns realy popular recently.
Thank you for letting us know - I had no idea!
Although, auto-loading firearms and lever actions are used within the EU, it is rare, even among those Americans who have obtained their Jagdtscheins. It is a cultural hunting tradition throughout Europe to hunt with over priced rifles and optic combinations. Such names as Sauer, Walther, Steyer, Blaser & Mauser are most common. Additionally, custom combination guns, known as 'Drillings', offer hunters multi-caliber selections and shotgun / rifle combinations in one long gun.
That 444 m has a Safari look to it.
I think the reason why the lever action rifles are not as popular in europe is they dont come in the high velocity calibres and are not considered as accurate as the bolt actions.
The BLR and I think Finnwolf is the name, are. They in many ways are bolt actions operated by a lever .The Winchester model 1895 and Savage 99 are also able to handle high velocity calibers You could find the 1895 win in 30-06 and I own a 99 savage in 308 win
I forgot Win also had a model 88 that came in .243 .308 and .284 win The .284 was in many ways the precursor to today's short mag
That's it. In Germany, for example, we have legal requirements that the ammunition used for hunting hoofed game, must have at least E100 >= 2000J. None of the common leveraction calibers provides that - and especially not when lead-free bullets are mandatory.
Nevertheless, I love my 1970s Marlin 336 in .30-30 for hunting roebuck.
I wonder if your buddy. Was mixing up the original 1895 Marlin compared to the model 1895 that we have today?
Hi Tbj - could well be; so many ways to get things not quite right.
You should do one on the 95 Marlin 45-70 micro grove myth about them not being good with cast bullets.
Hi Albert - I must live in a gun cave. I wonder why anyone would say that. I'll look into it and say something. Thanks for writing.
With respect to lever actions in Europe, the Russian Empire ordered a bunch of Win. Model 1895s, chambered in 7.62x54 R. Not all ended up there but some did. A few even ended up in Spain during the Spanish Civil War on the republican side.......
Older Marlins were really well built and I've handled many over the years but the new ones just don't feel the same. Much like your comments the other day about some of your Remington 700's and the newer ones not feeling quite as solid... Same with the Marlins.
And yes, I wish that Winchester would bring their western series of rifles home, there's something about picking up an 1873 or '94 and seeing "Made in Japan" stamped on the barrel. Arghhh!
Between Winchester and Marlins not having their "magic" these days, I've been looking at Henry Rifles more seriously and really want one of their Originals but they've priced them in the stratosphere.
I've written and called Henry to see if they have any plans to make an Original in 22lr but they've said no. They said they couldn't sell them in 22lr. I think more would be sold in 22lr than 44-40 though because 22lr is sold everywhere and the 44-40 is uber expensive IF you can find it. Even if a Henry Original RF cost $2K, they'd sell. Sorry for the rant!
Agree...I have an XLR marlin that is a few years old and the quality is bad... lots of burrs, stainless that has rusted a bit with minimal exposure to the elements, and after about 50 rounds EVERY screw was loose and it was malfunctioning...I found that the leaf in the loading port was so loose it was hanging up the cartridges on feeding.
HAVE A 444 A 30 30 AND 44 MAG LOVE EM ALL 444 DOES EVERY THING
Hello sorshia - yes indeed - the .444 flattens them all. People write me from Alaska and within its range the .444 can be spectacular on moose etc...
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns have got a bull moose with it
Please do a video on the Hepburn, i love seeing a falling block as they are the least common firearms seen. Sako had the finnwolf lever action, which i believe was an excellent rifle, but it never caught on in Europe, probably as you say for cultural reasons. Krieghoff did the Semprio, i do not know if you have seen that rifle, it is a pump action, a bit of an odd design, it has been discontinued, maybe lackof sales killed it off.
Your notes are so informative. I had no idea they discontinued the Semprio. That makes it an instant collectors item and it was already one of the most unique firearms of all time. Please check my videos - I made a video on the Semprio and I still have the rifle! The Finnwolf was and is a dream lever action - I made a video on them as well. I think the lever action is the best balance of speed, reliability, accuracy, ruggedness and general huntability - which is why America used to be a lever action country....then things changed.
We sent Winchester 1892s, 1894s, and 1895s to Europe and Russia about a hundred years ago. I'm not sure on the numbers though.
Hi Jeremy - I remember something about that - only because you mention it. We need to ask Putin to send them back : )
fewer levers in eu because of rimmed calibers typically used
equired ?
Good thought and maybe so - but there is nothing wrong with rimmed cartridges and when I'm is Europe I see drillings and combination guns of all kinds and calibers - many rimmed. I think someone who knows what's what and how to shoot should attend a driven boar hunt with a Marlin 444 - and show everyone how it's done. The .444 flattens everything and is perfect in those trees. Aside from that the Marlin is full of character, reliability and class and with the lever down - everyone on the drive can see the action is safe from far away. Perfect. One fellow I knew hunted a lot with his sons and not wanting any accidents painted the levers hunter orange. Unless in position and ready to shoot those levers were down and given the bright orange - were like flags of safety. Thanks for the note. Please write more.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns people want more flatshooting calibres
In Sweden their not that uncommon with leveraction. For most of our gun types theres a limited maximum of cartridges in the magazine for hunting. Luckily for us in Sweden that does not apply to lever actions but im thinking maybe some othee eu countries their not allowed because of that?
nice examples, do your Marlin rifles have JM stamped on them? I am told this means Jim Marlin was the gunsmith who worked on that rifle.
I was surprised when you said that people write to you saying the Marlin is better "because you can put a scope on it". A scope does not really belong on a lever action . They weren't made for scopes. If you are in a situation where you need a scope on your rifle, you might as well go with a bolt action because at ranges that you need a scope to shoot at, how much faster is it really to have a lever action instead of a bolt action? Operating that lever is going to move the rifle a lot just like a bolt. Also, I have a new Miroku made Winchester 1894s have angle eject and are tapped for scope mounts.
Thanks for the comment. I guess people see things many different ways; all are good one way or another.
I just bought a Winchester 94. It seems tiny compared to a Marlin.
I know what you mean
My Favorite Lever Actions are The Marlin a Winchester And Savage 😀😀😀😮😊😊😊
Great favorites to have.
Love your videos , was wondering if you could tell me why when I search my Marlin 36 A serial number around 6300 it come back saying it's a model 1893 ?
Hi Christopher, Thank you for your kind words. I've had similar experiences with various of my rifles over time. The factories often had actions and parts from earlier models on hand when new models started being mass produced. The overlap of serial numbers occurred during the phasing in period. Some 20 years ago I was told by one production line worker that if a box of previous model actions was located and parts were available and there was still tooling around to complete the guns - they would build those out - and then continue with the main production line. These days computers and efficiency and not many boxes laying around in factory corners makes such interesting asides just about impossible. Hope this makes sense. All the best.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Hello sir , thank you for your reply , I appreciate it very much , as far as what looks like a set of deer hooves before the serial number , have you ever seen or heard of that or do you think it may be a bad letter stamping ?
I thought it was henry in 1860 then Winchester 1866 1873 and so on i didn't know there was a Winchester 1864.
USOG,
Hey I got a hunch that the faster the twist in a pistol or rifle barrel, the faster the bullet will exit the barrel, everything else being equal. Not necessarily talking about just heavy bullets. I think that to a certain point this might hold true.
For example, 357 mag revolver from S&W/w a 4" bbl/1:18 3/4" twist vs Ruger's 1:16" twist. Would the added resistance in the Ruger barrel allow for a better powder burn?
Or for instance 308 Win. barrels, the older Remington at 1:10 and the old Winchesters which I heard were 1:12". I do know that the faster twist will better stabilize a longer/heavier bullet. But thats not what I'm asking.
Its kinda hard to put this in words here.
Hi Martin - good thought. If I understand you: Faster twist creates more back pressure, causing more powder to burn behind the bullet resulting in more pressure, greater volume of gas, and a higher muzzle velocity. Is that about right? I'm going to think on it. Barrel friction is increased by higher twist as well.
+USOG,
Yes sir, that was my question. Thanks.
The British PIONEER.... they DONT COPY !!!! 🇬🇧🏆
I'm torn between the two I wont put a scope on either gun just peep sights need help on deciding
I guess today I would say get a Marlin and put Skinner sights on - unstoppable and fantastic combination.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns thanks
I heard Marlins quality as gone down hill in the last few years I had a 336 in 30/30 .
Hi Scott - so it seems. In collector circles people only want the older models. Still, hunters like any Marlin - and so do I : )
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns I do to .
Marlin fan-Marlins is way better than Winchesters
Winchester fan-Someone else makes a lever action?
I've always figured many current day Americans love lever actions partly because they have been so ingrained in our minds by Hollywood. Of course all you have to do is look,hold and shoot one. Then conversely you might think that is why Hollywood gives it so much attention-LOL. But all kidding aside; whatever the reason, it is true blue Americana and tradition. It is hard not to like lever actions.
I own 4 and love cycling rounds with the lever. Thanks for giving it it's due.
Lever guns are simply not shootable enough for fast shooting on driven game. You need a scoped gun to be accurate and to be able to see what animal you are shooting. Many times there are specific restrictions on what game you can take, age, sex, trophy size etc. Hunting in Europe is a bit more complicated than American hunting.
To be fast and accurate you need a very high stock. The heel of the buttplate must be almost the same height as the line of bore. And you need an a adjustable comb to get your face in line with the scope perfectly. Lever guns are good for snap shooting in dense forests, but a bolt gun will do the same job better! (And a double, better still)
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At the end you can see what an adjustable comb helps in accurate shooting.
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Centerfire lever actions belong with wheel locks in museums! ;)
You just don't get it do you man? We just don't like what you like.
What prompted me to watch your video regarding the 444 Marlin was due to another video I was watching about a Green Beret soldier by the name of Jerry Shriver "Mad Dog" from the Vietnam era. It was said this individual purchased such a rifle to be added to his arsenal of weapons that he used against the North Vietnamese. I'm curious what your thoughts would be about that, or the opinions of your viewers is also welcome. I will often observe videos from the Vietnam era because my older brother served in that war when he was 18 in 1968.
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Thanks for the note and video link. I watched the video - quite a remarkable man. The .444 would have done well in the thick jungle and more open areas as well. The idea of the large exit wound is sound. The Marlin would have done well in the wet, humid, miserable environment although rate of fire and reloading might have been issues. I hope your brother is okay. God Bless.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Thank you so much for the quick response to my question. Unfortunately My brother passed away in 1972 he was enlisted in the Army, but I don't know much about what happened to him. I was 9 years old at the time.