Best Lever Action Rifle?

Last week I spied some of the new marlins...made late 2011/early 2012. The front ramp sight is fixed. I just bought one of the last of last years production and overall, save for the sharp edges and the annoying front sight manufactured off-centre, it was a very good shooter and smoothened up once I put a few rounds out there. The main thing was that the headspace was well with spec...it was awesome to see quality where it counts.

I can't harp too much, considering the huge number of Henry's I gauged right out of the box which failed on the field gauge.

I guess everyone has their QA/QC issues.
 
Miroku Browning 1886. If it can handle a 45/70 loaded hot with 400gr bullets its tough. Those locking lugs really beef it up. I sure do like the way Miroku makes Winchesters too. If I bought another 94 it would be made by them. I have a Savage 99C but am looking to replace it. There are other choices.
 
bogie said:
Miroku Browning 1886. If it can handle a 45/70 loaded hot with 400gr bullets its tough. Those locking lugs really beef it up. I sure do like the way Miroku makes Winchesters too. If I bought another 94 it would be made by them. I have a Savage 99C but am looking to replace it. There are other choices.
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The prices on the Japchesters need to come down by about 25% at least.
You can get a Rossi or a Remlin and spiff it up yourself if you're handy for half the price of the Mirokus.
Even if they came down to the level of a standard Miroku Browning BLR I might buy one.
Bought a Remlin 1895G Guide Gun in .45-70 GVT that a friend of mine tuned up.
It's smooth and accurate and cost me only $750.
A lot cheaper than a Winchester or Browning branded Miroku.
 
Hi there, I am looking to purchase a pre 64 3030 winchester, i live in vancouver any suggestions? would be much appreciated. thanks.
 
I wold look on the Hunting Rifles exchange first off. Dont just check the first page as back to page 3 is all current. I have seen lots of them recently but you will find any stores in Van probably want much more for the same thing.
 
You will not be able to access the exchange forum until you go thru the steps go here first http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/faq.php?faq=new_faq_item#faq_cgn_exchange_rules

Then scroll down to How to Gain Access to the Off-Topic Forum (Rules & Guidelines) and follow the steps.
 
Hmmm, let me think about this one a minute...
OK, my choice would be a Browning BLR 81 stainless/laminate takedown in 308, or maybe 7mm-08. You gotta love the selection of cartridges offered in the BLR's.
Recently I was at Wholesale Sports drooling over various lever guns (the drooling seemed to annoy them a bit) and I was surprised how much lighter the
BLR felt in the hand compared to the new Winchester 94 Short, even though the spec's for each are very close to the same. The biggest surprise with the BLR's
was the trigger pull: Browning now claims the pull weight to be 4.5 lbs, which compares quite well to Winchesters 4.25 lb pull weight. The trigger pull on the
BLR's has always been a major annoyance for me personally, so I was more then happy to go try one out and, to my delight, it would appear that Browning
may have finally addressed the crappy triggers on the BLR's - took them long enough. So given the improved trigger, the best lever action of all the lever actions,
the takedown nature which allows for easier storage, transport and cleaning and the wide selection of cartridges readily available in .308 Win, I'd have to go
with the Browning. It might not be your traditional lever gun, but I'd argue that it is definitely the best lever gun.
 
BLR 81, chambered .308Winchester, Low power variable or fixed scope with mount height perfect when your cheek hits that stock, and of course a hammer extension for positive hammer control all year round.
 
If it is going to be for range work & as a starter, get a 22. The cost of center fire ammo will restrict your shooting. When you can handle the 22 well the skills will transfer to a center fire. A good 22 will last you for more than your life.
 
Best Lever

I've had a few

My favorite was a Winchester model 71 in 348 Win
top eject only ( no scope option )
but expensive to shoot

over all I've pefered the 30.30 Win calibre
ammo found almost everywhere
easy to shoot ( low recoil ) variety of bullets
great for most hunting situations at relatively close / med ranges
some makes have scope option ( depends on models )

My older model 336 Marlin is a beauty...good for deer and bear
It even now comes in a stainless version
It's side ejection, 20 barrel, open sights, pistol grip, recoil pad etc...
Action is smooth and tight compared to some of the Winchesters

Denis

If you want to go a bit smaller the Marlin 1894 in 44 RemMag is nice to
 
denis lefebvre said:
I've had a few

My favorite isa Winchester model 71 in 348 Win top eject only ( no scope option )
but expensive to shoot

over all I've pefered the 30.30 Win calibre
ammo found almost everywhere
easy to shoot ( low recoil ) variety of bullets
great for most hunting situations at relatively close / med ranges
some makes have scope option ( depends on models )

My older model 336 Marlin is a beauty...good for deer and bear
It even now comes in a stainless version
It's side ejection, 20 barrel, open sights, pistol grip, recoil pad etc...
Action is smooth and tight compared to some of the Winchesters

Denis

If you want to go a bit smaller the Marlin 1894 in 44 RemMag is nice to
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Mine as well:).

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lever guns

I have a little Puma lever gun (Model 1892 clone) in .44 Mag. with a 16" bbl...a great light little bush rifle...
 
longknife said:
I have a little Puma lever gun (Model 1892 clone) in .44 Mag. with a 16" bbl...a great light little bush rifle...
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If you're not going after anything too large, deer/black bear max. The Winchester 92, and it's clones are very hard to beat for close work. They are about as light as you can go in a lever gun, and mine, in 44-40 holds 12 rounds +1. A guy can hunt all day and carry no spare ammo.
 
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