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by marlinman93
Fri Dec 28, 2007 12:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Back Yard Gun Muffler
Replies: 28
Views: 6461

Your timing is perfect Sixgun! This question just came up at the ASSRA forum, so I linked this topic opver there so the guys can see what you've built!
Thanks!-Vall
by marlinman93
Thu Dec 27, 2007 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Adios Amigos!
Replies: 78
Views: 12511

Sounds just fine to me Scott. Nothing wrong with a break, and nobody should try to read something into it. Adios!
by marlinman93
Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Year's resolutions....How many of you kept them?
Replies: 32
Views: 3713

I don't make resolutions either. If it needs to be done, I try to do it. If I can't, I don't need to kid myself that I planned to on New Years eve. :wink:
by marlinman93
Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tang Sight for old eyes??
Replies: 22
Views: 4445

I never have understood how tang sights are "in the way" when shooting? It seems like a simple solution to just not wrap your thumb over the top of the tang. You can't leave it there and work the lever anyway, so why keep changing positions every time you work the lever? Just leave it alon...
by marlinman93
Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT a little bit, need scope mounting assistance.... update
Replies: 36
Views: 4991

The little #6 screws that hold the rings tight on that type of Weaver ring will snap before you have to worry about too much tension. With that tiny screw and slot, you wont need to worry.
by marlinman93
Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not for weak stomachs but I gotta know
Replies: 44
Views: 7267

Another William Tell! Must have thought he saw an apple? :wink:
by marlinman93
Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If You Loaned a Gun out and it Came Back -Like This?
Replies: 36
Views: 6719

I have and always will loan guns to people I trust, but there's nobody I trust with a collectable old Marlin or singleshot rifle! The gns I loan are replaceable, like my bolt action .30-06, or my 700 in .22-50. Heck, I loaned my brand new Rem. 700 VSF out the first year I got it. I had already shot ...
by marlinman93
Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remington to acquire Marlin
Replies: 65
Views: 10365

First off, Marlin didn't get an "offer they couldn't refuse". They put the company up for sale some time ago, as there was a prospectus going around at least 90 days ago. I didn't say anything then, as I was asked by the person who told me to keep quiet. Marlin no longer has anyone named K...
by marlinman93
Tue Dec 25, 2007 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Christmas Present with lever
Replies: 21
Views: 3863

Beautiful! :shock:
by marlinman93
Tue Dec 25, 2007 7:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tang Sight for old eyes??
Replies: 22
Views: 4445

Another old guy with old eyes here! I shoot with tang sights all the time, and it sure helps me!
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 11:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hope does spring eternal
Replies: 5
Views: 996

Amen! We are eternally greatful for He was born to save us!
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: my lever action
Replies: 15
Views: 2620

Welcome to the forum Rhys! Congratulations on the new levergun!
Those are some fine trophies you've taken. Thanks for the pics too!-Vall
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pistol caliber Marlin levers
Replies: 41
Views: 7407

The 94 TD in 32-20 you mentioned did that one come from Leroy Merz? I had 2 44/40 TD's at one time but sold one. That one came from Merz's. I bought a house this spring so I had to pare down my Marlin collection some. Those oldies are better than money in the bank & if you buy 'em & sell 'e...
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: xmas gifts
Replies: 11
Views: 2525

My wife could care less about guns, but she indulges my habit, so I got her a new Fender acoustic guitar and case! Hardly an even deal for all she puts up with! :wink:
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 10:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leverguns vs. gunbroker
Replies: 20
Views: 3692

I rarely visit the online auction sites. Seems the only time I do is when a friend points out something of interest, like the #2 Roller that JReed pointed out the other day, and I won yesterday!
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 10:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Unbelievable Forum Members
Replies: 22
Views: 3642

A real quality bunch of guys here, who never cease to amaze me!
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Would you consider this hunting?
Replies: 47
Views: 8211

I have no problems with long distance hunting, but not when there's enough cover to get close. It just seems like shooting, or varmint hunting if the cover allows a close approach, but the "hunter" doesn't want to do the work to get there. It's really all relative, and it depends on the te...
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 12:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL.
Replies: 5
Views: 1031

Merry Christmas! God bless all of you!
by marlinman93
Mon Dec 24, 2007 12:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pistol caliber Marlin levers
Replies: 41
Views: 7407

Vall nice bunch of '94's. The 94 deluxe in 44-40 is a super scarce gun. I know they made them but never seen one or had the opportunity to buy one. Put my name on that one if ever decide to sell. Have ever seen a deluxe 94 in 38-40? The 94 TD's are hard to find also. I looked for a 38/40 TD for 10 ...
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 10:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pistol caliber Marlin levers
Replies: 41
Views: 7407

WE'RE GONNA START A NEW FUND TO RAISE SOME CASH FOR YOU SO YOU CAN GET RID OF ALL THAT OLD TRASH AND BUY NEW GUNS. MAYBE WE'LL JUST LET YOU KEEP TO GO POUND INTO THE GARDEN AND GROW TOMATOES ON 'EM COME SPRING. I KNOW HOW EMBARRASSING IT MUST BE FOR YOU AND THE FAMILY. SO THINK ABOUT HOW PROUD YOU'...
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 9:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 WCF Rolling block
Replies: 12
Views: 2546

Whooo Hooo! Looks like a got the #2 for a very good price! I hate the Gunbroker 15 minute rule! Some jerk kept hitting the bid button every time it was almost over! Still went for a very good price considering it was a #2, which is way more valuable than a #5!-Vall
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pistol caliber Marlin levers
Replies: 41
Views: 7407

Never been much of a marlin guy myself, but that is a nice bunch. I like the 44-40 with the 28" barrel. How much would one have to pay for something like that?? The longer the barrel, the bigger the price tag. That particular 94 still has some case colors, and most of the original barrel bluin...
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 7:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just took a pic of my Levers & 6shooters
Replies: 7
Views: 1578

Nice collection!
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Since we're posting new stuff!
Replies: 25
Views: 3933

Yes, surprisingly this Wesson retains a bit more finish than most I've seen in the past. They usually had plain wood, and this one really has some deluxe wood too.
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New sight for my Chaparral 1876
Replies: 12
Views: 2511

Looks right at home on the 76, and a major improvement in sight picture!
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 7:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pistol caliber Marlin levers
Replies: 41
Views: 7407

Oh, boy! They are really fine firearms. A couple bring back memories of my salad days. Could you give us a rundown on the transition carbine? Never heard of one before. First let me say thanks to all! Very kind comments. Mike, The 1894 "transition" gun is an unusual one indeed. I used tha...
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 1:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bullet casting bench (lots of pictures - updated 01/06/08)
Replies: 34
Views: 5951

Looks great, and very nicely arranged! I wish I was that organized!
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 1:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pistol caliber Marlin levers
Replies: 41
Views: 7407

Pistol caliber Marlin levers

Here's a picture of my old Marlin pistol caliber leverguns. From left to right- 1888 in .38-40 24" octagon 1894 transition carbine (1889 barrel, receiver, letters as 1894) 1889 .38-40 28" octagon 1889 .38-40 deluxe 24" octagon 1894 .32-20 28" octagon 1894 .44-40 28" octagon ...
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 1:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need some help with a 1894 Marlin .25-20
Replies: 13
Views: 2350

Well it's not what I'd call the do it all cartridge, but it surely has it's place on small game, or just fun plinking. I would not reccommend the .25-20 to someone who didn't reload, as ammo is not cheap, and it's not available at every sporting goods store. But if you want a fun shooter, and you li...
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 12:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Today I used almost all of them...
Replies: 28
Views: 5286

Move it or lose it!
Wake up and drive!
Well duh!!
You CAN turn right on a red light!
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 12:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: picture day ?
Replies: 23
Views: 3526

Very nice assortment of singlesots and leverguns!
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 12:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making cartridges
Replies: 25
Views: 6916

jhrosier wrote:Marlinman,
Sounds like the new .327 magnum brass might be what you need.

Jack
Well the Federal .327 magnum looks perfect! With a case length of 1.20", it's only .04" shorter than my .32 Ballard XL! Finally a new case that wont be a pain to make!!!!!!!!! :D
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 12:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Since we're posting new stuff!
Replies: 25
Views: 3933

Yes Mike, it's just a weird rifle, and that makes it even more interesting to me! I was looking in my safe at the various pistol caliber Marlins I have, and there's only two out of ten that are standard guns. An 1888 in .38-40, and a '94 in .44-40 cal.
by marlinman93
Sun Dec 23, 2007 12:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Watch for news from Marlin
Replies: 35
Views: 6539

How about some big news about a possible sale or merger? I ain't saying anything more!
by marlinman93
Sat Dec 22, 2007 3:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Since we're posting new stuff!
Replies: 25
Views: 3933

Nice 1894, but didn't carbines have blued receivers and a barrel band? Yes, every Marlin 1889 or 1894 SRC I have owned had a blued receiver and a barrel band. I'm not sure how to classify this gun, as it has a carbine buttstock and buttplate, plus a saddlering, but the rest is a takedown short rifl...
by marlinman93
Sat Dec 22, 2007 2:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: re-stamping serial numbers
Replies: 8
Views: 1850

Like Gravertom said, take the 73 to an engraver and he can engrave the missing numbers to match the rest. I've had Dale Woody do this for me on a gun that had a repaired lower tang, which removed two digits.
by marlinman93
Sat Dec 22, 2007 2:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making cartridges
Replies: 25
Views: 6916

I'm trying to find something as a base brass for my .32 Ballard Extra Long. Right now I'm using .32 H&R Mag brass, but it's still about .2" shorter than I need. I nhave to seat the bullets out too far, or just let them make the jump to the bore.
by marlinman93
Sat Dec 22, 2007 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Nice 9 pt with lever this A.M.
Replies: 25
Views: 4162

Nice prime buck! Congrats!
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making cartridges
Replies: 25
Views: 6916

The .40-70SS used to be a huge pain, but since Hornady reintroduced the .405 Win. it's a snap! I just run the .405 through my dies and load them up with a new 430 grain bullet, sized to .406"
I used to stretch .30-40 Krag brass and fireform it to fit the chamber. Tons of work!
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making cartridges
Replies: 25
Views: 6916

Making cartridges

How many of you guys shoot rifles that require forming brass, or buying special made brass and dies in order to shoot? Seems I spend a lot of time either loading up, or forming and loading oddball ammo around here.I'd guess over half the guns I own are in some caliber I could never buy off the shelf...
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Since we're posting new stuff!
Replies: 25
Views: 3933

The Lewis wrote:Nice rifles, thanks for posting. I really like that SRC TD, how does she shoot?
Just got these last Sunday, so haven't been to the range yet.
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: re-stamping serial numbers
Replies: 8
Views: 1850

If the gun was manufactured before 1968, there is no law that says you have to have a serial number on it. But at the same time, if a gun deliberately had it's numbers messed with, I do believe thats not a good thing. If you can still read it, even with a magnifying glass, leave it alone. If its a ...
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Since we're posting new stuff!
Replies: 25
Views: 3933

?, can you make or get .44 Extra Long for the bottom one? I am really starting to get into SS rifles but allot of the calibers of the older stuff seems near impossible to get/make. JWG, The .44 Wesson Extra Long is the same as the .44 Ballard Extra Long. I already have a Ballard in that caliber, so...
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 10:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Finally got my 1876 Win back, but not happy at all
Replies: 19
Views: 3077

I sure am sorry for what happened Mich Hunter. But I do disagree with one thing. That muzzle is just as it should be. No finish, and definitely not crowned! It looks just like the way the old guns were done at the muzzle end of te barrel to me. But aside from that, it sure seems that Wind River has ...
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Free Color Case Hardening Job! (Update)
Replies: 18
Views: 3964

Thanks Dan!
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Free Color Case Hardening Job! (Update)
Replies: 18
Views: 3964

Any particular type of gun, or whatever we need done?-Vall
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 7:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Which gun to pull...?
Replies: 51
Views: 7643

Chick,
We do the same thing as you! I go get my gun, and the wife calls 911! :wink:
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 7:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 WCF Rolling block
Replies: 12
Views: 2546

The #5 is a old military receiver, which has a round top, and was never chambered in .32-20. The real confirmation of a #2 action is the "scalloped" rear edge of the receiver. No other Remington RIFLE used this, but the old pistols did. It's been said that the #2 action evolved from the pi...
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 7:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Unburnt powder in the bore
Replies: 28
Views: 2522

2400 is a dirty powder from my experience, but performs well. I don't worry about the flakes in the barrel, as long a it's accurate.
by marlinman93
Fri Dec 21, 2007 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Slightly - Good service from a SD gunsmith
Replies: 14
Views: 2393

Sounds like good work. Nice to hear about good service!

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