Marlin 795 opinion please

ratherbefishin said:
I like the Boyd's thumbhole stock,it fits very nicely and certainly looks good on it.Weighs more,which is an advantage for shooting off a bench but a disadvantage for a carry gun.I'm definately going to try to get one if those Mcarbo spring replacement kits though,that's the only negative to this rifle.Hopefuly it's not to dificult to install...I think I will also try to use the J B weld idea to reduce the trigger creep.I still can't get my head around why Marlin continues to manufacture such an awful trigger when the aftermarket fix is available...it makes absolutely no sense....I don't accept the 'legal issue' excuse because if it was then you would see Mcarbo being sued...as well as all the rest of the companies putting decent triggers on their rifles.I have about 25 .22's ,mostly older ones ,50-60 years old ,some over 100 years old ,nothing high class, and in my opinion Marlin 795 is the hands down winner for the worst trigger you can buy off the shelf...but as long as the consumer continues to buy it,they won't bother fixing it.Darn shame too because it's a fine rifle,cheap,accurate and no issues
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Because there is disclaimer as it is an addition to the original equipment, in the same way a twin turbo'ed LS can make well over 1000hp and still be fuel efficient. The potential is higher for something to go wrong if someone who wasn't trained or educated on the possible risks involved in the use of said machine. Not to mention fine tuning and quality control cost time and money which hurts the almighty corporate dollar.
ratherbefishin said:
I figure the Marlin 795 is about the best value for your money on the market in terms of price,reliability and accuracy....I really don't care about not being able to modify it,if that's important then buy a Ruger 10/22 ...it's just that terrible trigger that there is no excuse for and while the replacement spring kit us available, WHY don't they just fix it at the factory?the cost would be zero and the improvement priceless..
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Extra employee time for verification of function and fine tuning means extra employee wages,hence it does cost more for a proper trigger.
hometownhero said:
The dip trigger has adjustable take up and over travel. Does wonders for trigger feel.
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Add the mcarbo spring kit and polishing the internals of the firing mechanism to that and you'll be very impressed, if you do your part during install and tuning it will break very crisply and consistently.
 
scoprius said:
Add the mcarbo spring kit and polishing the internals of the firing mechanism to that and you'll be very impressed, if you do your part during install and tuning it will break very crisply and consistently.
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Ya on my first m60 I had the dip trigger and guard. Made it a whole lot better. I'd like to try the springs and dip goodies again.
 
I'll be in stoon for may and June for my apprenticeship, might have to go for a few range days. Pm me if you have any good range recommendations in stoon or martensville areas.
 
Just installed the mcarbo spring kit,
Easy and straight forward if you follow the mcarbo tutorial on youtube.
Havent shot it yet but its definitely lighter and the mushyness/over travel before firering is still there but much smooter so you can definitely know when the rifle will fire.
For 40$ on amazon it gives a lot imo.
Will probably make a full review on this once I try it.
Still waiting for the dip trigger guard.
Grendeb
 
Yes, absolutely. I bought one a few months ago and it is extremely reliable (even when using cheap bulk ammo). It is also very light and has many user friendly features (i.e., last shot bolt hold open). Because aftermarket accessories are not an issue for you, this gun is perfect for the uses you described. You definitely get your bang for your buck with this one.
 
Destructor said:
Love my Marlin 795 Have a 9X iluminated scope on it and it loves all Ammo I ever put through it. Want to get a few 25 round mags for it...... One day.
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That's an awesome paint job man.
 
Rickster66 said:
Did the same mods. Very worthwhile upgrades and still adds up to less than a 10/22 with better accuracy. I do prefer the flush 10/22 mag system though but not enough to say no to the 795.
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Would agree on this
I paid 150$ for the rifle, 150$ for the trigger kit and spring kit, 200$ for the scope for a total of 500$ and I have an awesome setup as opposed to my friend who has paid 500$ for a stainless 10/22 takedown w/o scope or anything.
 
My 795 is a tack driver. I have a Bushnell 3-9x scope and a USD $30.00 Mcarbo trigger spring kit. 4.5 lb trigger pull down from 6.75. So far about $260.00 invested. I may opt for a Boyd's stock $99.00 USD to make it oh so pretty. The lack of aftermarket bling may bother some people. Not me though. Accurate reliable shooting is #1. The price is right.
 
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Firehoser said:
My 795 is a tack driver. I have a Bushnell 3-9x scope and a USD $30.00 Mcarbo trigger spring kit. 4.5 lb trigger pull down from 6.75. So far about $260.00 invested. I may opt for a Boyd's stock $99.00 USD to make it oh so pretty. The lack of aftermarket bling may bother some people. Not me though. Accurate reliable shooting is #1. The price is right.
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That's not that much for this great rifle!
Mine 170$ the rifle
200$ scope
20$ rings
60$ drill and tap receiver
55$ Mcarbo spring kit
120$ Diproducts trigger guard kit

I've taken out all my bills the other day and I've spent exactly 619.99$ on it.
Might seems big and tbh it kind of hit me in the face when I saw that number hahaha but I comfort myself by looking at the ruger my friend has and paid 550$ with low quality scope, less accurate, heavier...
 
795 also has last shot hold open and simple hold open without mag - unlike 10/22. Have 795, Papoose but favourite is stainless 60 in Boyd's thumbhole laminate stock - very accurate, great cheek weld, awesome little .22.

Good to learn about spring kit, will do that next.
 
I put a Boyds thumbhole stock on my 795...Boyds only had a stock for the model 60 tube magazine,so I modified it to fit the 795(morticed in the stock to hold the magazine)had the effect of free floating the barrel because the tube wasn't there
 
I was browsing the Boyds site and they produce several 795 specific stock's now, also I've found the leupold 3/8" rail clamp on leupold rings work great if you use a fine tipped center punch and stake the rail on either side each opposing mount. Your choice of rings may vary but mine were simply a bargain bin find, same with the bsa 22 sweets scope I mounted them with. But those were simply my choice to keep it cheap yet effective to lug around for multiple uses.
 
ratherbefishin said:
I put a Boyds thumbhole stock on my 795...Boyds only had a stock for the model 60 tube magazine,so I modified it to fit the 795(morticed in the stock to hold the magazine)had the effect of free floating the barrel because the tube wasn't there
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My friend has the 795 in a boyd stock maybe at the time you bought it they weren't available.
 
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