I have a few Japan guns that are all well fit. A Browning 1886, Winchester 1873 & a Model 70 Super Grade.

To be fair we did pull a current Japan Winchester 1873 that also had some wood issues. They weren't as bad as the Marlin & the wood was higher quality on the Winchester.

I would like either an 1892 Win or a 1894 Marlin in 44 Magnum, preferably with a 24" octagon barrel just because in my mind that looks just right.

The Marlin 1895 Cowboy felt so thin & light compared to my 1886 or 71 for that matter since they are so similar. Also didn't feel anywhere near as solid as either of those two. Would you guys say that's way off base?

Cory

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