whats your favorite lever action 30-30

I have had Marlin and Winchester. I didn't really like either. I still have the Winny cause it was made in 1960 and I wanted it for the collection.

If I ever buy another 30-30 lever it will be a Henry.
 
I have or have had every lever gun known to man...my favorite is my 1893 Marlin Deluxe Takedown 30-30. Although I wish it was not the takedown model. It has a full octagon 26" barrel and full length magazine...pistol grip checkered fancy walnut and case colored receiver. At some point it was chambered to the 30-30 Ackley. I have the Winchester versio of this rifle as well except it isn't a takedown. It shoots good and handles well but I still prefer the Marlin acion...something about not seeing half the guts fall out the bottom when I work the lever.
 
Originally Posted By: RiflemannI have 2 30-30's one, '49 336RC, and 1, '90 336CS. I would NOT buy a New Marlin with the "REP" proofmark on the barrel or with a serial number that starts with 94 and lower.

Look for a used one that has the "JM" proofmark on the barrel right where it meets the receiver.

Remington bought out Marlin in 2007 and the quality went right down the toilet. There are still New Marlins on some shelfs but uyou have to look around. You will be very happy with your Marlin once you get it, I will never give up any of my Marlins EVER. (P.S. My favorite Marlin is my Big Bore 444S in 444Marlin caliber.)


Also love my marlin 336rc,early 60's model.
 
In field use/non-collectible lever action rifles that I own, my favorite is a mint condition Model 1894 Winchester chambered in 32 Winchester Special that was built in 1948.
 
Originally Posted By: dennydI have a winchester Trapper, it is the snitz.

Yep, Win. Trappers at where it's at. Had one with a Williams receiver sight and never should of let it go. One of my few gun regrets.

Marlin? Might as well carry a bolt gun.
 
Mine shoots 150grain federals into 1 1/2-2 inches @ one hundred yds with open sights, just wondered if yours was as good?Originally Posted By: Chris_BriceOriginally Posted By: dennydI have a winchester Trapper, it is the snitz.

Yep, Win. Trappers at where it's at. Had one with a Williams receiver sight and never should of let it go. One of my few gun regrets.

Marlin? Might as well carry a bolt gun.
 
Originally Posted By: dennyd Mine shoots 150grain federals into 1 1/2-2 inches @ one hundred yds with open sights, just wondered if yours was as good?

Mine did consistent 3 shot 1.25" groups at 100 with the receiver sight. Handload was 125gr Sierra's over a load of H4895.
 
I got a 1974 Marlin turdy turdy and it shoots very well. I am always on the look out for another old turdy turdy as well...I have always wanted a nice petina'ed pre 64 Winny....
 
Thanks, levers are not supposed to shoot this good, but nobody told winchester that.Originally Posted By: Chris_BriceOriginally Posted By: dennyd Mine shoots 150grain federals into 1 1/2-2 inches @ one hundred yds with open sights, just wondered if yours was as good?

Mine did consistent 3 shot 1.25" groups at 100 with the receiver sight. Handload was 125gr Sierra's over a load of H4895.
 
Marlin Model 30 TK - Texan Stock, manufactured for K-Mart. Was only a 3 Year run of them, '88 - '90, numbers are pretty limited. Built on the 336 Receiver, it's actually a Carbine version of the Texan, with a shortened magazine tube. Holds 4 in the tube + 1 in the chamber.

 
I have a 94 I bought 30 years ago, never even sighted it in until 2 years ago. Would just get it out and look at it once in a while. Found someone wanting to sell an older 336 that's never been shot but not real willing to come up with a price. Not a good sign.
 
The Marlin 336 is pretty much the classic and I have mine in 30-30. The problem is any of the older (better) ones are getting expensive in good condition. Personally I prefer shooters because if they are too pretty when I get them, they aren't going to stay that way, so why spend the extra money. My 336 was rusted shut when I got it, now it will shoot 1moa with the right load. It's blown up more than it's fair share of prairie dogs.
 
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