Marlin 336 in .30-30 WIN

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What can you tell me about this gun?

I have one ... I believe it's a 1974 model and might only have 25 rounds shot through it

Where can I buy the .30-30 ammo, and is there anything special I should do before shooting it?
 
You can get ammo everywhere. Try Canadian tire or any sporting goods store that has firearms.

If you have not used it in a while a good cleaning is in order. If you are concerned about it shooting, take it to a store that sells guns and shooting supplies. Depending on where you are in the city you could go to LaBarons.

I have a newer 336 can just love it. It handles all 30/30 well and is very accurate.

Enjoy you gun.
 
Thanks, I didn't have a clue if 30-30 was still in use but if I can find it at CT I'll be super happy.

To ensure the gun is safe you can depress the channel to see if there are any rounds in it, then open the lever and check the chamber - all is well and no brass showing then I am in good condition.

I'll post a picture when I get home
 
I have the exact gun, only mine was made in 1975. The gun is great, its perfectly balanced, well built action, a pleasure to carry in the bush, while hunting deer, and shoots very straight. I would feel comfortable in shooting at a deer with the open sights up to 150 yards.

I even bring it with me Moose hunting as a back up rifle, incase something were to happen to my Bolt Gun.
 
You have a great little rifle there.

Best ammo available, IMHO, is Hornady Lever Evolution. Makes an honest 250 yd shooter out of it. And, with mine, consistently far tighter groups (1" to 1.5") than anything else I've ever put through it.

And, if you want, they'll take a scope set up perfectly.

Bushnell Elite 3200 Compact 3x10x40 on Leupold one piece base and Burris Signature medium rings...

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A few of the people on this forum might not agree with me but i won't change my statement that i'm about to make.

The 30-30 Winchester is about the perfect caliber for 200 yards and in. It'll handle moose, deer, bear and anything else that you want to shoot at. This caliber has killed more animals than you will ever see in your lifetime. Chambered in a Marlin 336 or a Winchester '94, it makes the perfect brush gun. I use a Marlin 336 chambered in 35 Remington or a Savage 99 in 300 Savage but i would not ever tell a guy not to use his trusty 30-30. The only reason i don't use a 30-30 is that i like oddball calibers. It costs more but i like being the guy with the different calibers in camp.

You'll find ammo for it in pretty much any store that sells ammo. It's pretty cheap when you compare it to a 30-06 or 300 mag. (17ish$ a box for 30-30, 25-30$ for 30-06). If you plan to hunt with your rifle, then buying factory loads is not a bad idea. If you plan to use it at the range, then reloading might be your best bet since it's cheaper. Test out your rifle with as many different factory loads that you can find and see which ones are the most accurate. I don't think you'll ever regret buying that gun in that caliber man. Good luck.

Dorian
 
Thanks - I actually received it as a gift ... cost me $0 but the sentimental aspect is worth more to me than the $$$

I'll pick up some rounds tonight and get a picture shortly
 
Well its no SKS ;)


I have moved to a 308 for my primary rifle but still bring along my 30-30 for my back up for deer and bear hunting. My father uses his 30-30 from foxes in a the chicken coop to deer out to 150yards.


I think you would enjoy shooting it and nothing beats sentimental value in a rifle.
 
For the price you can't go wrong with federal powershock. i love my 336! it's a 1950 model RC and shoots very tight groups with a peepsight. However i use it mostly for practice, my 444 marlin is the same gun only with more bang for hunting. not that there is anything wrong with the 30-30....
 
Anyone know what this rifle might be worth? Not selling it, but since I'm clueless as to what these things go for it would be interesting to know!
 
2 rounds ... lol?

how about we trade, you can shoot 20 rounds of my lever for 20 rounds of your M4!

think my tac vest would look good with a rifle this age/era? LOL
 
Danimal247 said:
2 rounds ... lol?

how about we trade, you can shoot 20 rounds of my lever for 20 rounds of your M4!

think my tac vest would look good with a rifle this age/era? LOL
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LOL....I don't know but I really want that vest! I hope you go broke on your recent spending spree so you have to sell it to me! :p
 
If its in average condition with regular wear from hunting then it is in the $325-$350 range. If it is in very good condition with excellent Blueing, then it could be $450-$500 if its near perfect.

I recently bought a 1975 Marlin 336 in 30-30 that was in very good condition with a little bit of hunting wear for $350 shipped, from a fellow CGN member.
 
Dorian Gray said:
A few of the people on this forum might not agree with me but i won't change my statement that i'm about to make.

The 30-30 Winchester is about the perfect caliber for 200 yards and in. It'll handle moose, deer, bear and anything else that you want to shoot at. This caliber has killed more animals than you will ever see in your lifetime. Chambered in a Marlin 336 or a Winchester '94, it makes the perfect brush gun. I use a Marlin 336 chambered in 35 Remington or a Savage 99 in 300 Savage but i would not ever tell a guy not to use his trusty 30-30. The only reason i don't use a 30-30 is that i like oddball calibers. It costs more but i like being the guy with the different calibers in camp.

You'll find ammo for it in pretty much any store that sells ammo. It's pretty cheap when you compare it to a 30-06 or 300 mag. (17ish$ a box for 30-30, 25-30$ for 30-06). If you plan to hunt with your rifle, then buying factory loads is not a bad idea. If you plan to use it at the range, then reloading might be your best bet since it's cheaper. Test out your rifle with as many different factory loads that you can find and see which ones are the most accurate. I don't think you'll ever regret buying that gun in that caliber man. Good luck.

Dorian
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Absolutely!
 
blueflash said:
If its in average condition with regular wear from hunting then it is in the $325-$350 range. If it is in very good condition with excellent Blueing, then it could be $450-$500 if its near perfect.

I recently bought a 1975 Marlin 336 in 30-30 that was in very good condition with a little bit of hunting wear for $350 shipped, from a fellow CGN member.
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Been sitting for 30 years .. untouched :cool:
 
Danimal247 said:
Anyone know what this rifle might be worth? Not selling it, but since I'm clueless as to what these things go for it would be interesting to know!
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In good shape, $350. There is one advertised here for that at the present time.
 
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