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Old 10-21-2018, 09:47 AM
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I have several models, 30-30, 35Rem, 444Marlin and .308. Winchester, Marlins and Browning. All of them are good shooters and have taken game. They are a lot of fun to use and are easy to carry in the field. For me they fit very nicely and shoulder fast. Follow ups are quick as well. I have nothing bad to say about them. They are a different platform than a bolt action for sure, but in my opinion just as effective in real life hunting applications. Probably not the greatest choice for long range shooting or precision shooting. If you reload, you can get a lot out of them.
If you are looking at a Marlin, I would look at a used JM stamped model for better build quality than todays Marlins. Having said that a buddy picked up a great new 45-70 that is a tack driver and very well put together.
Hope this helps. and welcome to the forum.
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