p.Rundle
CGN frequent flyer
Another vote for a CVA Scout.
I wanted a foul weather stainless rifle, in a caliber, I already have.
I have a Marlin 1895 444Marlin and a decent stock of reloading components, so I went a CVA Scout in 444Marlin.
Reloading, the CVA has an advantage over the Marlin with bullet selection. Because of the 'Over All Length' restrictions with the Marlin, some long in the tooth 44cal bullets won't cycle in the Marlin, the 300gn Sierra and the Swift series of 'Heavy Revolver' bullets, 240, 280 & 300gn bullets are difficult to use to their full potential in the lever.
I've only had time to get the CVA's scope on paper with some 'plinking' rounds, 240gn Campros over a full case of H4895, about 2000fps. (You'd have to go out of your way to get enough H4895 into a 444 case to exceed SAMMI 44Mag Max. psi)
CVA Scout in 444MArlin c/w Vortex Diamondback 2-7*35 BDC
I don't like muzzle brakes. I asked Prophet River to loosen/remove brake before they shipped. With the brake removed, the CVA is about 2 inches shorter than the Marlin.
The only fit & finish issue is they Lazer the caliber on the rifle after they finish barrel.
good looking gun for sure
