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A while back ( over a year or so ago), I stated I was looking for a .357 rifle. I finally decided on a Marlin. It was a little cheaper and has a loading gate. Even though a tube is not a deal breaker, I seem to prefer a gate for now. And yes, I did make an on-line purchase (sight unseen).

Very nice! Any range reports or is that hang tag still on it?

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I like the look the gate gives to the overall appearance!

GFK wrote:I while back ( over a year ago), I stated I was looking for a .357 rifle. I finally decided on a Marlin. It was a little cheaper and has a loading gate. Even though a tube is not a deal breaker, I seem to prefer a gate for now. And yes, I did make an on-line purchase (sight unseen).

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I think the JM Marlin .357 I was looking at might be a memory now considering my well issues!

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Hopefully just a temporary setback.

Mistered wrote:I think the JM Marlin .357 I was looking at might be a memory now considering my well issues!

Very nice, Congrats!!

Beautiful.

Very nice looking, congrats! Look forward to range reports and overall impressions as you get to know it!

I would like to hear how that Marlin groups with lead bullets.

Nice looking rifle.

Ditto!!

That's all my M 92 Rossi gets.

RP

GFK wrote:And yes, I did make an on-line purchase (sight unseen).

I too like to live dangerously.............
Congrats on getting a good one.

Mistered wrote:Very nice! Any range reports or is that hang tag still on it?

No, the tag is not still on it. And, I may get to the range this weekend. I hoping to sight-in my scope on the 336W tomorrow. I might get a chance to squeeze in my 1894CS with a few shots. But, I wanted to clean and check it over first (if I can wait).

Mistered wrote:I think the JM Marlin .357 I was looking at might be a memory now considering my well issues!

Well, when one door closes, another opens. Most times, it is a better door. So, keep looking!

Flinch wrote:I would like to hear how that Marlin groups with lead bullets.

Nice looking rifle.

I am no expert, but I understand it to have Ballard rifling. Yet, I probably will shoot whatever is cheap at Wal-Mart for starters. However, will post a range report of what I use.

But, I wanted to clean and check it over first (if I can wait).

Heck run a patch down the barrel, hose it down with Rem-Oil, cycle a tube full of rounds for a function check and start shooting!

I really like the Marlins, how is the fit and finish on your new one? Can you take another pic, against a light background like a beige towel? Your picture is really underexposed. Thanks.

John Davies
Spokane WA

Mistered wrote:

But, I wanted to clean and check it over first (if I can wait).

Heck run a patch down the barrel, hose it down with Rem-Oil, cycle a tube full of rounds for a function check and start shooting!

I ran a couple of dummy rounds through before I picked it up. All seems to cycle well. I have thought about running a patch through it. But, thought about field stripping first. I remember when I bought my 336W a few years back. It jammed at times (could have been me not cycling with purpose). But after I took the magazine off, I found a hard piece of plastic by the carrier. Since then, it cycles fine. And if I was not trying to finish a school assignment by Sunday night, I would probably clean it tonight. So, I try to squeeze in what I can, when I can. Yes, priorities. Fun is a must. Yet, work comes before play (most times anyway). I just finish part of my honey do list. Now, it is time for school work.

Fit and wood seem fine. There are a some blemishes on the receiver. Over all, I am satisfied with it. Hopefully, these pictures are better.