Ruger 77/357 or a Marlin 1894 and Who has the Ruger for sale?

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I was looking for a nice rifle to pair up with my new S&W 686 .357

Originally, I was going to look for a Marlin 1894 Stainless but I found out that Ruger makes a stainless Model 77 Bolt in .357 and it looks pretty sweet.
The Marin at least appears reasonably easy to find but they are reportedly suffering a lot of QC issues. The Ruger appears to be difficult to find.
So does anybody have either / both and whats your opinion? Does anybody know where to find the Ruger in stock?
 
I have both a Marlin 45-70 Guide and a Ruger M77 Gunsight Scout in .308. I would have to say for the two calibre's you are considering...MARLIN ALL THE WAY !

There is just something about a personalized Marlin Lever....(this one is NOT mine... but I am making mine personal like this owner did)
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I own a 2010 Marlin 357/38. I undertook some minor work on it regarding the magazine tube. For two years now, it has been a fantastic shooter. It has shot only lead (stiffer cowboy) loads flawlessly. It is a bit picky with the round nose seating depth, but I seat the bullets the way it likes and am very happy. Took it out last week and was very impressed with the light loads at 100 yards too. It is a great silhouette rifle in that regard. Very consistent.

I know that I was one of those who was not too pleased with the rifle initially, due to my expectations for perfection in a new rifle. The fix was an hour in total and since that time, in hindsight, my rifle now performs to perfection and meets the high standard I have. So how can I complain?
 
No matter which carbine you choose, you'll be happy. The pairing of a .357 magnum revolver with a carbine makes a lot of sense. Especially since the carbines lack that "scarey black rifle" thing that drives the antis into a frenzy.

Sorry for the crappy photo.

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I have both the ruger and the marlin, both are great rifles. I have used both for deer and both were successful. If you reload the ruger seems to be a tad more accurate but we need to remember that both ate pistol caliber carbines. What area do you live in? If you are close feel free to check them both out in person orcat the range.
 
Thanks for the insights gents and even more-so for the gracious offer neal (Unfortunately, I am in NS). The custom'ed Marlin lever is stunning but it is the Remington/Marlin uneasiness that is part of what concerns me as I am of the type that likes to buy new.

I have never seen a pump action for the caliber - I tried to search it out. Is it a TimberWolf? Whats the story on it?
 
Story is Geo loves posting pics of his timberwolf! Made by IMI no longer in production unfortunately.....kind of like a mini 870 action with an integral rail on the receiver and a cant adjustable breakdown stock feature.....Nice guns that really should be brought back!

Taurus and Uberti made a copy of the colt lightning pump in .357 but it's expensive,finicky and not as nice as the timberwolf.

Ruger or Marlin in .357 would be good. Rossi 92's can be a bit hit and miss for quality control but if you get a nice one or get it tuned they are great leveractions as well and also available in many barrel lengths. from over 20 inches down to 12"
 
I also have and treasure both!

This 1894c was purchased new by me in 2002 & shoots Cast RNFP reloads, & works flawless...
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This Ruger 77/357 was also new back last Dec & I like how fast you can load/unload it with the box magazine & with two magazines makes it very versatile. I also like the stainless, which makes it a little more weather resistant in winter/damp times of the year. It also come with rings for a scope if you want to sight it that way. Myself I installed a NECG rear peep sight & a higher .570" front Fire sight from Williams Site Co.
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I was thinking of parting with the Marlin, but it is so much fun to have both....

I believe which ever you decide to go with you will be happy! It is a hard decision to make.:p

You might want to check out Ellwood Epps website to find either....
 
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