Marlin 1895 sbl optics

[soldier506]

Hi, I was just wondering what are some good choices for optics on the marlin 1895 sbl in 45/70?
Reflex/ reddot or a low powered scope?

How does zero hold up to a big bore?

Any pics of what fellow members use?

 

[DavenK]

The Leupold scout firedot line is very popular with the SBL

 

[reb]

Leupold V3 1.5 x 5 x 20 are a great scope for the Marlin.

 

[Colroggal]

I used a Burris 2.75x20 scout on mine. Sold the rifle (kicking myself daily) and the scope now sits on a Ruger gsr. Holds zero just fine and survived the 45-70 punishment.

Colin

 

[Markus]

I have a leupold vx-2 in 2-7x 33 I believe. It's been a good magnification range for me

 

[bWONGER]

I have used a Vortex Crossfire II 2-7x32 scout scope and it works great!

 

[hoytcanon]

Leupold FX-II 2.5x20mm Ultralight is probably the best choice for that rifle... but the VX-2 1-4x20 or VX-3 1.5x20 would not be far behind.

 

[CODFan]

Cabela's 45-70 Scope works just fine. 3x - 9x 40mm and Configured for Hornady LEVERevolution ammunition in .45-70 using the 325-gr. bullet.

The See-Thru rings are a must IMO.

 

[jonyork]

I find see through rings make it uncomfortable to use the scope, is that the case with yours?

 

[SHELL SHUCKER]

Me favorite scope for bush work is the old K2.5 Weaver with post/crosshair reticle.


I like a good 1-4x24 on a woods rifle as well, like me fresh Bushnell unit w/illuminated dot G4 reticle that I put on me 9422.

 

[todbartell]

I use a Leupold 2.5x Scout scope in Warne 1" QD lows on my SBL (44 mag)

 

[burnsy56]

My shots are under 100 yards. I use a Vortex Venom red dot. Fast, mounts low, light and unobtrusive.

 

[DMS1]

Leupold FX-II 2.5x20mm Ultralight is probably the best choice for that rifle... but the VX-2 1-4x20 or VX-3 1.5x20 would not be far behind.

Agreed. Use the XS rail to take full advantage of the 5 inches of eye relief. Only weighs 6 ounces.

 

[Bubba Yugga]

Skinner peep sight. No glass to break or fog up.
No cheek riser needed. I just got a bit of adhesive backed felt from Michael's for comfort.

 

[Neurotoxic]

Cabela's 45-70 Scope works just fine. 3x - 9x 40mm and Configured for Hornady LEVERevolution ammunition in .45-70 using the 325-gr. bullet.

Is there any difference between Cabela's .30-30 version and their .45-70 version? From what I see on their website, the reticles are identical. I have a Marlin 1895 in .45-70, but they only have .30-30 scopes left in stock, hence my question.

 

[Sun_and_Steel_77]

Leupold FX-II 2.5x20mm Ultralight is probably the best choice for that rifle.

Hoyt nailed it!

 

[Curtis264]

Leupold VX Freedom 2 - 7 x 33, with Leupold mount

 

[yomomma]

Cabela's 45-70 Scope works just fine. 3x - 9x 40mm and Configured for Hornady LEVERevolution ammunition in .45-70 using the 325-gr. bullet.

The See-Thru rings are a must IMO.

Scope eye...

Skinner peep sight. No glass to break or fog up.
No cheek riser needed. I just got a bit of adhesive backed felt from Michael's for comfort.

I went with the XS sight.

 

[DMS1]

Hoyt nailed it!

Nice rig! I assume this gun was blued with cerakote? I can't put my finger on it, but the gap between the tube and barrel look a little larger than normal, it is an 1894 right?