I have Winchesters in 357, 44, and 22 mag. I have a Marlin in 32/20. I love them all but the 357 gets taken out and shot (with 38 specials) more than the other three combined. I will tell you that the 16 inch 44 mag will get uncomfortable real quick (a longer and heavier Marlin in the same caliber may be a better choice for extended range sessions).
They are great guns and will handle most (if not all) of my needs and I wouldn't feel under gunned in a defense situation (I don't hunt, but that's only because I'm too lazy to clean and dress my kill).
I have Ruger Vaqueros for each of my leverguns (except the 22 mag - still need a Single-Six convertible)
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