Opinion's on levers

AkHunter45-70 · Post by **AkHunter45-70** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 11:11 am

guys, I need your advice, I am trying to decide which Marlin I want to buy, either the SS GG or the SS XLR. Is there any advantages between the 2 different types of levers, curved vs straight? I also like the longer barrel and stock on the XLR as compared to the GG BUT, I would chop the barrel down to 20" eventually. I figured this is the best place to get the advice I need. Thanks.

edsguns · Post by **edsguns** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 1:05 pm

Personally, I like the pistol grip on a lever gun, especially the larger bores. There are a few differences in the XLR version that are supposed to increase accuracy for that version. I'd think a 22" barrel would make an excellent compromise and that is what my .444 has. It happens to be the exact same length as my BLR in .450 with a 20" barrel. The added length of the 22" tube would help maintain velocity without greatly affecting the handling charactaristics, in my opinion. Again, the 22" .444 pistol grip handles very well in my book and would be VERY similar to an XLR cut to 22" Good Luck.

Dakota Mike · Post by **Dakota Mike** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 10:18 pm

Its a personal thing. I like the cowboy Marlins. four 94s and one 95. Get what feels good to you.

Post by **Old Savage** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 10:47 pm

SS, I like them. What caliber? 45-70?

AkHunter45-70 · Post by **AkHunter45-70** » Wed Jan 16, 2008 4:17 pm

Yes sir, 45-70 and i'll be running 420 gr Garrett Hammerheads through it.

FALPhil · Post by **FALPhil** » Wed Jan 16, 2008 5:17 pm

There is no apostrophe in "Opinions". Apostrophes are for possessives.

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