I almost got a Win94BB in 444 when they were offered.
The ported 18" with 1/20" twist is particularly interesting in it's contrast to the Marlin.
However I already had/have a nice Marlin 444S (without the bolt safety) that shoots fine and held off.
Later, following Elmer's advice with regards to hunting big animals in the woods,
I added a B. Rizzini double in 444 to satisfy my urge for an exotic 44 and a new reloading challenge.
(Mr. Keith didn't specifically recommend the 444, but he did advocate the use of doubles in the mountainous Idaho woods.)
I would love to see a Senior or Masters mechanical engineering thesis on the relative strengths of the
Marlin and Winchester actions possibly including some testing to destruction.
New Mexico Tech might be a good place to do this.
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Marlin folks will argue that the M95 type action, with it's closed top, is less flexible and hence "stronger".
The bolt lock is an open question and I have always liked the W92 or the big 86/71 type action as far as Winchesters go.
Big Horn Armory went with an 86/71 style action when they designed a lever gun for the 500 S&W.
I have both 92's and 94's in 44 Mag.
The 92 is a much better action for revolver rounds.
I have to say the Marlin is easier to take apart, work on, and put back together than any of the Winchesters.
Sorry to ramble on, but I don't have much else to do these days.