So what is wr0ng with a Ilion made marlin

Some of the issues that I’m aware of with what are commonly called rem-lins are the front sight being canted off to the 11 or 1 o’clock position, the fit between wood and metal can be terrible with either gaps or the wood being too thick or thin causing a ledge, and rough chambers with burrs causing the fired cartridge to jam in there
 
6.5x55swm said:
are these complete junk, a buddy has 2, a 1894 44 mag and a 45-70, he want to trade for my blr 308
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The early Remington Marlins (Remlins from Ilion, NY) were known for having some quality control issues, as I believe they had to do a lot of re-tooling, and obviously training since they moved production to New York (I think it was in 2008). After the first few years of production, it is my understanding that quality actually became pretty good. So if the example he has is more recent, chances are it probably has good fit and finish.
 
Are you suggesting a tew-furr one?
If so, and the Marlinskeezs aren't goobered up, dewer.
Heck of a trade.

Then agin, you can see'im and know the condition of both Marlins.
 
A .45-70 is more versatile than a .44 magnum in that it can be loaded down to .45 Colt levels and up to nearly the level of .458 Winchester factory ammo. If the .44 is enough you don't need more, and the .44 has a greater magazine capacity due to the shorter cartridge, and is a trimmer handier rifle. The BLR is mechanically complex, to the point that Browning warns that disassembly should not be attempted, which is something of a red flag for me. They do carry nearly as nicely as a traditional lever gun, and a .308 is flatter shooting than either the .44 or the .45-70, and can be loaded with a broader range of bullet weights and types, which speaks well to versatility. If all 3 rifles are in similar condition, it pretty much comes down to personal preference. I'm curious though, why did you initially buy the BLR chambered for a very popular rifle cartridge, but now think a carbine loaded with pistol ammunition suits you better? Are you dissatisfied with the BLR or the .308, or do you have other .30 caliber rifles, and now find the Marlins more appealing?
 
I just picked up a used one in 44. Fit and finish is above par, smooth action, functions very well. Also a buddy bought a new one in 45.70 loves it. After handling both short and long barrels we chose the long barrel as we felt it balanced/felt better.
 
My late 2018 produced 1895 had the dreaded canted front sight. Pretty sad for a rifle that was over 1100.00 with tax. It is however butter smooth and shoots cast bullets well. So I just TDC the sight and silver soldered it on. The gun was mail ordered and I could not be bothered with returning it and possibly getting a worst one in exchange.

Darryl
 
I had a MJ marlin with a crooked barrel. I don’t think it matters where it was made, just inspect it in person.
 
I have at least 12 marlins produced between 2018 and 2020. 1895's, 1894's and 336 texan deluxe. All are very nice and shoot very well. I bought all but one online, sight unseen. There is one that has a small scratch on the tube magazine from whomever tightened a bolt and slipped marking the ss, but other than that they are immaculate. On the other hand, I have a Henry big boy silver that came from the factory with a machining mark across the entire left side of the receiver and it cannot be buffed out. They are supposedly replacing it, which is cool, but it goes to show that no manufacturer is perfect. I would also offer feedback to any retailer that they should inspect inventory before selling to their customers. Nothing worse than getting $3K worth of guns from a store with damage only to be told that it's my problem and to take it up with the manufacturer (yes, actually happened to me). I will not purchase from them again.
 
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