44 mag carbine

[jimmyj]

Hi:
I have two:
1. Marlin Model 336 .44mag (round bolt model)
2. Ruger Deerslayer .44mag
both these weapon are "Older" models.
With mounted scopes and using factory 240gr JSP ammo 100 yd. groups
of 2 inches.

 

[ElToro]

like no safty 1894s are dropping out of the sky ! actually i also missed out on the octagonal 1973 only one. one of the guys at the shop bought it before it even went on the rack.

if i can find a deal on one i will snap it up, just havent seen one cheap in a LONG time.

Don't fret over missing out on that 336.... There is a reason why they didn't make many of them. The 336 wasn't designed to cycle handgun rounds and therefore can sometimes give you a problem.
The 1894 is perfectly designed for the handgun cartridges. If you want a Marlin in .44 Mag, look for a pre-CBS m.1894

 

[BLACKHAWKNJ]

One another board I visit someone asked about the advantages of Ballard rifling over Microgroove, the answers said Ballard was more tolerant of variations in lead bullets while Microgroove required greater precision in their sizing.

 

[Wheelgunner840]

Take your time and find a B-92 Browning. I have one, and it is built to last. The internal components are far superior to the Rossi guns. I know there are folks here who have never had a problem with Rossi, and I hope that their guns continue to run problem free. But in the CAS world where they get shot a lot, they eventually loosten up and start misfeeding by having a round slip under the elevator.

Once that happens, inserting shims into the receiver is just about the only fix, and it doesn't always work. I had one that developed that problem, and two very good (tons of experience with lever action rifles) gunsmiths told me not to waste my time and money trying to get it to work right.

I sold it at a loss, telling the buyer exactly what I was told. My B-92 is still running strong as ever. I will never get rid of that one! I have never owned a Marlin, but have heard that they are strong as well. Stay away from the 1866, and 1873 models in .44 mag if you plan on shooting factory loads on a regular basis. They are toggle link designs, and are not anywhere near as strong as the 1892 design with the dual locking bolts. They are fine with lighter loads.

Just one mans opinion, and worth what you paid for it!

Good luck,


WG840

 

[zzclancy]

Thanks for all the advice. It's all been good.