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I got one. Action is stiff but fit and finish are good. If only it was a straight grip.......

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Enjoy the baby and the new phase in life. I retired 16 months ago and I am glad of it. More time with kids & grandkids, ranch projects are getting done. More time to HUNT!!

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You were right to walk away. Texans are common or can easily be "made". While a conversion is not a true Texan, it is easy to amend the PG stock( or replace ) and lower tang. All you need is to procure a 336 or 1895 straight lever. I converted a Glenfield 30A to straight grip by swapping p...

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Marlin 1894CB 24"
Marlin 1894CB 20"
Marlin 1894CP 16"
Marlin 1894C 18.5"

My preferences in order. I have had no issues with any of the 3 Marlin 357s I own, CBx24, C and CP.. No experience with the others

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Tycer wrote:Try http://www.westerngunparts.com

This'd be my choice. Stopped there a few times while in Edmonton. Lots of good stuff, old guns and general stuff

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Never have paid to have a deer processed. I separate the muscles in the hind quarters and make steaks from several individual muscles. Bone the front quarters neck ribs and flank for grinding. I made a video a few years back from skinning to fully processed but never edited it for publishing.

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I too saved a mold of late. I cleaned up the outside as well as the mold faces with oil and 4/0 steel wool. I then cast a few boolits from WW material. I then used a small amount of lapping compound in the cavities, twisting the lapping compound and boolits until the cavity came clean.

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I like the mudflap idea. 5mm? Sheridan? Not too many of them still around.

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I have a steel plate I will set in an angled frame with a catch box below. I plan to surround the plate with dirt, cedar logs etc. The goal is to shoot, reclaim the boolits and stàrt all over. My place is very remote.

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I like watching these oldies for anachronisms ( I think that's the term) where things in the movie are from a later time. Saw a '54 Ford on hogans heroes, Schultz carrying a Krag (possible I guess) and a western saddle on Daniel Boone. Sometime guns out of time, one of the Barkleys with a 336. Fun s...

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Been there!!! In Claremore Ok IIRC? Better plan on one long day to see it all. They have an old time smith shop barrel rifling exhibit. Interesting exhibit. Worth the trip

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Hal Swigget, pastor, gun writer, good man!

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Could very well be a 93. The barrel and mag tube look awful skinny. Receiver looks long enough for a 93.

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Marlin 1894. You can see the lever pivot in the shadow cast
Also looks like a takedown model
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I just(saturday?) read an article on the Savage 170 as my SIL has one. The article explained the variations over the years of production as well as troubleshooting. It was a long and detailed article. I googled Savage 170 and it was close to the top.I have seen one or two over the years and thought ...

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I have a '71 model 444T that shoots as well as TedH's gun..........with factory 240s. Keep it and enjoy.

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Update on value..........I just saw a Texan in a local gunshop, '64 YOM, 30-30, round lever, RC stamped, typical BB gun rear sight, ramp front, smooth action (I like used levers) condition was 75-80% for $425 asking price. I'd buy them all if I could....................

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Texans weren't marked with a "T" but referred to as the Texan model. Don't some have "336 Texan" on the barrel? There are the Cowboy and Octagon 336s labeled as such. The only "Texan" I know marked is the 1897 Texan (22). Later models were the TS and LTS and so stamped...

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The only 336 frame I am aware of with a "T" is the 444T. Texans weren't marked with a "T" but referred to as the Texan model. Some have told me their 336-44 was stamped with a "T" but I have never seen one. The early Texans had straight round levers that changed to squa...

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It took 11 months to receive two 8#ers from Midsouth. They accept backorder so you can have them contact you when it arrives. If you do not want it, you can decline. Backorder is the best way to get in line.

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Looks likes you're craftier than the sly fox. I always enjoys your posts.

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Mine lasted only about 40 years. My podna who is into air guns changed the seals and it works good again I shoot it when the grand kids come over. Mom and Dad bought it for me in '69 or '70. Wonderful gun. Little maintenance. It is now close to 45 years old. Not my constant companion any more but go...

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I have taken 7 deer (2 WT/5Axis) and a turkey with the Lee 255 and 10 grs unique. All were one shot. This boolit from my cowboy is clay pigeon accurate out to 110 yards. It is my favorite rifle to carry on the ranch.

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I saw jerod Barkley ( big valley) shooting a marlin 336 in several episodes. And they think we re not paying attention.

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Glad for the quail. I saw 3 at my place in central texas, Memorial Day. Was elated to say the least. I will continue to provide the habitat they need to survive. Maybe someday the numbers may again support taking a few for dinner.

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I heard this onthe radio in Houston. IIRC they are giving NEF pardner shotguns after proper instruction.. Mostly to single females. To date, I heard this morning 50 recipients have been served talk show host Michael Berry speaks of this sometimes. If he is in your town (radio) listen as he is quite ...

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Now let the fun begin!! Congratulations.

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I have 3 357 Marlins--24', 18.5" and 16". I shoot Ranch Dog 190 gr GC boolit designed for the 35 Remington. I load H110. No leading, accurate enough to hit clays at 110 yards. Taken 1 deer and 1 squirrel with it. I crimp on the ogive to get proper feed length. The 357 rifle is a hoot. I al...

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This may have been asked before. Is ammo becoming scarce in the UK due to our current situation here in the states? There has not been any 22 rimfire on the shelves for almost a year now. Common calibers are just now coming back to the store shelves. Shot gun shells have always been available in my ...

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I am here in Edmonton as I write. Alberta is one fine place. Beautiful contryside. Great people. I like it here, summer or winter.

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I am dabbling in paper patching using 452 boolits patched up to 459/460. One advantage is to run soft lead at jacketed speeds. It is not difficult to do. I purchased "the Paper Jacket" from Barnes and noble.

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Ill be interested in your sucess with 8208. This has become my 223 powder and I like it. I have yet to try it in other calibers due to lack of time and WINDY conditions here at home. Got another 8# on order.

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Salt pepper flour fry. Squirrel is good food

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Ain't leaving my guns with security. That to me is the same as not allowing them.

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There are 2 ultimate 30-30s. The Marlin 336CB and a Winchester top eject trapper.

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Great Tip. Borax has many uses from home cleaning to Taxidermy. Remember the 20 Mule Team commercial "Boraxo" .......Wagon Train brought to you by....................60s TV, prime time..........

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Thank you and good call. I have no tolerance for drunks on the road. The victim suffers, the drunks rarely pay for the damage and pain inflicted. You are a wise man!!

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I remember that Sheridan suggested you oil the seals prior to long term storage. Mine is 40+ years old and was recently repaired for the first time, replacing the cup seal. It sat in the shop for 10+ years only to be used on occasion. There is an air gun parts house in Tyler Texas, IIRC.

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PLUS...........at the Cabela's stores the powder and primers are on the shelf, on the sales floor.........and cheaper than Bass Pro Shops. I have mail ordered thru Cabela's and frequent their store in Gonzales Louisiana. Much better IMO. AND..............I use my Holiday Inn points to buy my stuff!!...

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Lots of folks have done that. Some have gone as far as machining a blank to the contour of the barrel to better hide the mortice. I like the idea also but never enough to actually have it done.

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He is risen indeed!

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The difference with Marlin levers is on the inside. The 1895 levers have a relief cut to allow the rim of the 45-70 to pass. The 1895 lever does work in the 336 action. I have several 336s with 1895 levers in them.

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I have removed porcupine quills from the faces of livestock. Seems the livestock may be curious about the prickle pig and when they are close enough to investigate, they get nailed. They are becoming a nuisance in central Texas.

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Remember when monkey john said "heeeze wastin all heeze boolits"? Lonesome Dove.

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I have a small manual grinder that I use to grind Bacon. I mix this with a similar amount of deer meat, salt and cracked black pepper. Add garlic, mustard seed red pepper:.........if you want. Easy pan sausage. Pan sausage does not hold up well in the freezer. I mix mine as I use it. I also do the s...

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I have the Marlin 24", 45 Colt. I have taken several critters with it using homemade boolits. Power if you want it. As stated earlier, it is versatile.

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Killing' me!

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I have had this bad hankering for one of the Ruger Bisley 44 specials ever since I found out about them. I have a pair of Ruger Bisley 45 Colts. If a 44 special was to present itself and I have the funds, I will certainly succumb to desire. The 5.5" barrel is perfect.

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Buy the AR and keep a 308 bolt gun handy as well.

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Go to marlinowners.com. offer to trade, someone will want the large loop.

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