My Deer Rifle for Fall 2009... It's a levergun!!!

[Old No7]

Warning!!! An ON TOPIC post follows this message!!!

Continuing with a theme we've seen from some others here lately, here's a fall picture -- sorry, no snow yet! -- of my chosen deer rifle for this fall...

A Marlin 336 Cowboy in 38-55.

Here she is at the local range:

Marlin 336CB 38-55 (1).jpg

Marlin 336CB 38-55 (2).jpg

And for those who are curious about the Marble's Tang Sight, as I was before I added one, here are a few close-up pix which will show you how it fits the 336CB:

Marlin 336CB Mrbls Tang 01.jpg

Yes, it's a "tight fit", but the bolt WILL cycle with this sight installed. There are 2 screws on the bulky base of the 336 Sight, so you can easily remove part of the base & stem for cleaning (to pull out the bolt).

Marlin 336CB Mrbls Tang 02.jpg

Speaking of "tight fits", I can just get my thumb between the base and the hammer -- have not tried this with insulated gloves yet -- but maybe I'll get lucky and I won't have to hunt for too long this fall...

Marlin 336CB Mrbls Tang 03.jpg

But then again, even if I do, at least I can carry/handle/shoot a pretty rifle that looks and handles great -- like a levergun should!

Tight groups, and happy huntin'!

Old No7

[SmokeEater2]

Nice lookin' Marlin! An ol' buck oughta' be proud to fall to that rifle.

[horsesoldier03]

Man whoever thought someone would post something ON TOPIC that even had a pic of a levergun?

NICE! Be sure to post a pic once you spill blood!

[kimwcook]

Nice, very nice. Thanks for the pics.

[Chuck 100 yd]

Nice! I have been looking for one just like it. I need to look a little harder I guess.

[Old Savage]

This might sort of thing might get out of control.

[dr walker]

Looks good. What load are you using?

[J Miller]

I posted an on topic thread once. I can't remember when though.

Old No7,

That's a beautiful rifle. I wish you great success on your deer hunt.

Joe

[Modoc ED]

Great looking rifle. Instead of wrapping yor thumb around the stock, lay it flat along the side of the stock.

[phc45-70]

Mine will be one of the top 2 probably the 45-70

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[JReed]

Great looking rifle. Instead of wrapping yor thumb around the stock, lay it flat along the side of the stock.

Yes indeed not only will you not have to worry about gloves getting in the way but it will also help with accuracy as it is hard to torque the rifle to the side with your thumb not wrapped around the wrist.

[phc45-70]

[ but maybe I'll get lucky and I won't have to hunt for too long this fall...]


You mean somebody makes you hunt? If you don't want to go I'll sure go for you.

[Bogie35]

Wow. That rifle is in great shape. It looks fresh out of the box!

bogie

[Ysabel Kid]

I likey - good choice!

[Buffboy]

Cool rifle, Great cartridge, I plan on using my Marlin 1893 in 38-55 again this year. My wallet has been very lucky that I have not spotted one of those cowboys in that caliber on a rack/table. I'd have a hard time resisting one even though I'd probably still not give up using my 1893 for the field.