Mine is very accurate and totally reliable. The only thing I usually hear as a complaint about them is the loading system. Since you like the tube loading, this rifle would be absolute gold for you.

Hearsay only, but have heard the 23c tends to develop headspace problems frequently, and they cannot be rebarreled. I picked up up a limited edition Marlin 94 for my .32-20 needs.

gary

There are about one zillion two hundred fantastacatillion manufacturers of AR's and 1911's. I think we can find room for two manufacturers of 336's. Encourage interesting variations and positive improvements and we may really see something to augment the Marlins. I can't speak for all Rossi firearms...

A Ruger #1 Tropical in .450/400 Nitro Express. Beautiful rifle. Groups 1 1/2" at 100 with Leupold 2 1/2x scope, Hornady ammo. Kicks not too bad.

gary

The Deluxe models look pretty good to me, pressed checkering and all: but then I do like tattoos on beautiful women.

gary