- Location
- Somewhere on the Hudson Bay Coast
Actually I have one in thutty-thutty that I load with cast bullets, but I think my interest in a .45-70 lever action has been pretty much beat out of me. I'll stick with my .458.
which 45-70? marlin or browning?
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Actually I have one in thutty-thutty that I load with cast bullets, but I think my interest in a .45-70 lever action has been pretty much beat out of me. I'll stick with my .458.
One more thing about my Marlin Stainless Guide Gun (1895GS).
I replaced the trigger with a Happy Trigger kit from Wild West Guns that I picked up in the states and most of the springs with a Brownells spring kit designed for the 1895GS.
I did a lot of deburring and hand polishing of the action.
The gun is unbelievably slick and smooth with a 3# trigger pull.
I can see why the leather braid wrapping wouldn't work for guys with catchers mitt hands like a hunting buddy of mine who is a diesel mechanic.
He can get about 3 fingers into the finger lever of my Guide Gun and even at that it's a tight fit.
I replaced the trigger with a Happy Trigger kit from Wild West Guns that I picked up in the states and most of the springs with a Brownells spring kit designed for the 1895GS.
I did a lot of deburring and hand polishing of the action.
The gun is unbelievably slick and smooth with a 3# trigger pull.
I can see why the leather braid wrapping wouldn't work for guys with catchers mitt hands like a hunting buddy of mine who is a diesel mechanic.
He can get about 3 fingers into the finger lever of my Guide Gun and even at that it's a tight fit.
Providing its an 1885 or '86...... BLR nada...
Guys, I saw this thread and was reminded of a browsing trip in my Canadian tire. Two new Marlin 45-70 lever guns were on the rack there so I asked if I could look at them. Fit and finish "acceptable", can-opener edges, and what appeared to be deposits of blue chalk and grit in the trigger area. The icing on this rancid cake is that one rifle had sights that were so crooked I knew they would never hit anything they pointed at. A shame because I really like the Marlin design but their QC and service are appalling. Remlins have gremlins gents, the dark years are far from over.
You're lucky to find a Crappy Tire these days that sells guns.
The New Liskeard, Ontario store doesn't sell guns any more, just ammo.
The Kenora store apparently does.
The C-68 clerical nightmare and threats of criminal charges if you forgot to cross a "t" or dot an "i" closed a lot of shops and caused the big discount stores to drop firearms like they were covered with anthrax powder.
I will buy a used JM Marlin in good shape but I won't even look at the Remlins made in the Ilion, New York factory.
My GF surprised me with an 1895gs for my birthday a come months ago. It took about 50 rounds to smooth out but I really like it. I was thinking of scoping it and seeing Johnn Peterson with that little leupold on it convinced me it's a good idea. They feel sturdy and the stainless is nice for piece of mind in the foul weather. Also as mentioned it's nice not to be bending the gun forks on the quad going down the willowy trails. I had a blr (3006 stainless laminate takedown) and it felt like if it jammed it would break. Also seemed to kick way too hard for what it was and had a long feeling LOP. Not for me. I will take a look at the winchesters though.
Johnn Peterson
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Chemainus B.C.
I have a similar set-up on my Marlin 444S, mounted using a set of Weaver pivot mounts for quick access to open sights, should that need arise. For the most part, that set-up works well. However, with the 45-70 reloads that the guide gun can handle, with heavier bullets and say shooting up hill, a scope with more eye relief would be a good idea.
Have the customized stainless Guide Gun 1895GS in 45-70 with my old standard the Leupold "Rifleman" 2-7x33mm on top and a BLR '81/450 Marlin and a Miroku Winchester 94 Trails End in 450 Marlin all topped by a Leupold "Rifleman" 2-7x33mm attached with Quick Detachable Leupold or Warne rings. The BLR and Winchester are take down models. All 3 are good, dependable, accurate guns. Both the BLR and Winchester are made by Miroku of Japan and the quality is superb.
Thank you. I had the leupold in my hand a couple hours ago too( ended up buying another rifle there instead) and you make a good point for sure. Maybe a shotgun relief scope or a scout scope would be a better choice. Hmmmmmmm
canadaman30
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Far from the City
My pick was not the Browning, although a box mag is a nice feature the Brownings have. I did have to put a "BearTooth" comb raising kit to get a proper cheek fit as the stock profile is low.
Johnn Peterson
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Chemainus B.C.
Thought I'd mention it as I've had mine brush my eyebrow on a couple of occasions so there's the potential there for a little more in the way of contact and injury. It's a possibility I remind myself of every time I use it and, so far so good.
