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Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by GFK » Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:01 pm

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).
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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by Mistered » Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:05 pm

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

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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by Mags » Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:17 pm

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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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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by Mistered » Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:19 pm

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

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Post by Mags » Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:25 pm

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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!
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Post by dddrees » Sat Mar 23, 2019 12:16 am

Very nice, Congrats!!

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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by RanchRoper » Sat Mar 23, 2019 8:48 am

Beautiful.

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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by ESquared » Sat Mar 23, 2019 8:59 am

Very nice looking, congrats! Look forward to range reports and overall impressions as you get to know it!
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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by Flinch » Sat Mar 23, 2019 9:59 am

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

Nice looking rifle.
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Post by Vaquero » Sat Mar 23, 2019 10:03 am

Ditto!!

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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by Henry88 » Sat Mar 23, 2019 11:11 am

GFK wrote:And yes, I did make an on-line purchase (sight unseen).
I too like to live dangerously.............
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Congrats on getting a good one. :D
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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by GFK » Sat Mar 23, 2019 12:02 pm

Mistered wrote:Very nice! Any range reports or is that hang tag still on it?
No, the tag is not still on it. :D 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). :P
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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by GFK » Sat Mar 23, 2019 12:05 pm

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!
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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by GFK » Sat Mar 23, 2019 12:13 pm

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.
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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by Mistered » Sat Mar 23, 2019 1:12 pm

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!

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Post by John E Davies » Sat Mar 23, 2019 1:28 pm

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.

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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by GFK » Sat Mar 23, 2019 3:36 pm

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). :D I just finish part of my honey do list. Now, it is time for school work.
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Re: Marlin 1894CS .357

Post by GFK » Sat Mar 23, 2019 3:45 pm

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.
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