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by Marlin32
Wed Jun 28, 2023 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deer Hunting with Rossi 357 Magnum Factory loads ??
Replies: 21
Views: 2018

Re: Deer Hunting with Rossi 357 Magnum Factory loads ??

My first (owned by me) deer rifle was a Marlin in 357. Shot quite a few nebraska white tails with it. Always used the Federal 180gr Hollow point. No deer ever traveled more than 30 yards after being shot. About half dropped in their tracks, all were within 60 yards. I wouldnt be afraid to use the 18...
by Marlin32
Mon May 15, 2023 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: would you pick a 357 pistol or a 45 colt for a gun fight
Replies: 48
Views: 2257

Re: would you pick a 357 pistol or a 45 colt for a gun fight

I guess you could look at it this way... what would you want your opponent to be shooting? a 357 or a 45 Colt? I recently purchased a Charter Arms Bulldog XL in 45 Colt. 2.5" barrel, weighs about 23 ozs. Been shooting Hornady 185gr and Underwood 135gr selfdefense loads throught it. Both shoot v...
by Marlin32
Mon Apr 10, 2023 2:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Snub nose 45 LC
Replies: 18
Views: 1352

Snub nose 45 LC

Purchased a Charter Arms Bulldog XL in 45 Long Colt. It has a 2.5" barrel and weighs about 23oz. I fired Hornady 185gr ammo through it, recoil quite manageable, and it proved to be very accurate at 20 paces. GOing to try some Underwood 135gr ammo in it as well. Although recoil was manageable, (...
by Marlin32
Thu Mar 16, 2023 6:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tulsa Gun Show
Replies: 1
Views: 217

Tulsa Gun Show

Headed to Tulsa for the gun show April 1.
Probably will find many guns I would like to have, but none will be reasonably priced. BUt nice to look at.
by Marlin32
Thu Mar 16, 2023 5:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker VH SxS 16ga.?
Replies: 7
Views: 451

Re: Parker VH SxS 16ga.?

I have a 16ga Parker Trojan, has 2 1/2" chambers.
by Marlin32
Thu Nov 17, 2022 6:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 32 Special
Replies: 10
Views: 542

Re: Marlin 32 Special

it was a factory load that failed to fire, just dented primer. No problems in the past, no problems sighting in, and there was no problem when I shot that buck. I sent an email, will see if I get a response. Never had a problem with any Federal ammo before, rifle or shotshell. but my misfortune paid...
by Marlin32
Mon Nov 14, 2022 6:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 32 Special
Replies: 10
Views: 542

Marlin 32 Special

The Marlin 32 Special strikes again. Although had a fail to fire with a Federal cartridge earlier that morning, they are getting an email...
by Marlin32
Thu Jan 13, 2022 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Most accurate levergun at 200 yards...
Replies: 60
Views: 8641

Re: Most accurate levergun at 200 yards...

My Marlin in 338 Marlin Express would work. Most accurate lever I have owned, beats the BLR 308 all to pieces.
I had Mic McPherson do some work on it, that helped, trigger is unbelievable, and this gun shoots really well.
by Marlin32
Sat Jul 24, 2021 11:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 338 Marlin Bullet
Replies: 2
Views: 618

338 Marlin Bullet

I received an email last night, guy is getting the tooling necessary to make jacketed 200grain bullets for the 338 Marlin Express and will work for 33 Winchester.
An FYI for any looking for bullets for either or both.
Vollmer Precision Bullets. I know little about them.
by Marlin32
Mon May 17, 2021 5:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone smoke a pipe here?
Replies: 31
Views: 5463

Re: Anyone smoke a pipe here?

I do on occasion, I have a Peterson, and I have my Great grandfather's pipe, it is very small, fits easily into pocket, he smoked that pipe while working in the fields, had a spark arrestor to when threshing wheat or putting up hay.
by Marlin32
Mon Apr 12, 2021 4:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 16 gauge ammo
Replies: 17
Views: 2010

Re: 16 gauge ammo

I shoot a ton of 16ga, clays, doves, quail, chickens, Pheasants etc. Used to buy most of mine in April or May as many places had them on sale (whatever didn't sell in the fall) I am in same boat, as 16ga will be about the last thing loaded, so probably August or September. I have plenty in both 2.5&...
by Marlin32
Mon Apr 05, 2021 5:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Levergun accuracy
Replies: 49
Views: 6751

Re: Levergun accuracy

My Marlin 338XLR will shoot clover leaves all day long with either hornady or the Remingion bullet, (scoped) at 100 of a picnic table, I had a day off a bag rest where I could touch all three holes with the remington load. My Dad's old 30-30 will punch 5 shot group you can cover with a quarter with ...
by Marlin32
Sun Mar 28, 2021 11:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 associates.....
Replies: 24
Views: 2754

Re: .32 associates.....

My go to carry is an old Colt Pocket Positive with 2.5' barrel, very accurate with longs and shorts. Small, lightweight and very comfortable to wear. Have a Gary Reeder customized Ruger Vaquero in 32H&R, and also very accurate with anything I have fed it, also light weight, easy to carry at leas...
by Marlin32
Tue Mar 17, 2020 6:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BLR problems
Replies: 20
Views: 3524

Re: BLR problems

I have one in 308, slick, but the trigger was was looooonnngggg. I like a light trigger pull. I did have my gunsmith work on it and he made it much better just a smidge over 3lbs now. It does not like the heavier bullets in 308 but I do, so we don't get out much together. Never had any problems than...
by Marlin32
Fri Dec 27, 2019 10:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .348 Wildcats
Replies: 19
Views: 3798

Re: .348 Wildcats

I asked this similar question a few years back. The wildcat you are thinking about be roughly the same as 356win, maybe bit less velocity. I played around on QuickLoad with it, but forget the ballistics. Could convert 356 neck down to 348 but have same barrel/reamer issue. I then discussed with Noon...
by Marlin32
Wed Nov 20, 2019 7:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where to have an old Redfield scope refurbed???
Replies: 13
Views: 2094

Re: Where to have an old Redfield scope refurbed???

Maybe VIntage gun Scopes?
by Marlin32
Sun Nov 03, 2019 10:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker Grade 1 10 gauge two barrel set
Replies: 24
Views: 2932

Re: Parker Grade 1 10 gauge two barrel set

awesome. I love old Parkers, would like an old 10ga just for some late season pheasant hunting. But not very practical for taking out once or twice a year. I have just one Parker, a 16ga trojan, bought cheap as it had short chambers, no one was interested in the short chambers, but good for me. I wo...
by Marlin32
Wed Sep 18, 2019 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wyoming Speed Goat
Replies: 8
Views: 2222

Re: Wyoming Speed Goat

I shot my only antelope near Pinedale. Friend lives near there. Be back out in about a year or so depending on other permits, elk, mule deer moose and such. Will take the marlin 338, bit much for antelope, but will shoot further than I can, and pretty flat. Hell maybe I should take the 32 special wi...
by Marlin32
Mon Sep 09, 2019 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 Associates.......
Replies: 52
Views: 7483

Re: .32 Associates.......

Marlin 32 Special
Colt Pocket Positive 32 Colt NP
Ruger Vaquero 32 H&R custom by Gary reeder
32 auto Beretta
8x68mm Weatherby
and would like to have a Remington 700 Classic in 8x57
by Marlin32
Tue Aug 20, 2019 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sako side lever
Replies: 5
Views: 1079

Re: Sako side lever

Thanks, none of you are any help, just talking me into buying another rifle, (as if I needed help) I am going to buy it if in good condition, and I suspect that it is. Don't need it necessarily, have a Weatherby in 8x68mm, but its at gunshop right now, just doesn't feed well as if the cartridges wer...
by Marlin32
Sun Aug 18, 2019 12:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sako side lever
Replies: 5
Views: 1079

Sako side lever

Have opportunity for a Sako L61R 300 win mag. Have not laid eyes on it yet, might be a "deluxe" model,
If in good condition a might consider it, for the right price.
Any opinions on them?
I have a Sako Forester in .243 that I like very much, figured the L61R would be similar.
by Marlin32
Tue Jun 25, 2019 6:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: best hunting bullets for heavier game in 357 levers
Replies: 12
Views: 2759

Re: best hunting bullets for heavier game in 357 levers

have always used the Federal 180gr on deer at close range, I think the heavy A frame would be tough to beat.
by Marlin32
Sun Jun 02, 2019 5:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting 2 different Texas exotic ranches
Replies: 15
Views: 2578

Re: Hunting 2 different Texas exotic ranches

That Richard can talk and tell stories can't he?
Red deer is very similar to elk, not sure if blindfolded would know the difference.
by Marlin32
Mon May 27, 2019 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The mysterious .35 Krag
Replies: 6
Views: 1616

Re: The mysterious .35 Krag

I think JES Reboring does rebore to 35Krag, so maybe he has some information
by Marlin32
Thu May 23, 2019 6:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I just saw that the 1895 is back.
Replies: 37
Views: 5681

Re: I just saw that the 1895 is back.

I guess I would be the oddball and wish they would chamber it for the 35Winchester.
Like that aim point gadget, doesn't look right, but for those of us with "no more open sights" eyes, might be practical.
by Marlin32
Sun Mar 10, 2019 6:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new top lever Merkel
Replies: 5
Views: 1045

Re: new top lever Merkel

The.5re was a beautiful Kreigoff drilling 16ga by 7x57 JR in there too, about 5k. Wonderful engraving, sidelock.
by Marlin32
Sun Mar 10, 2019 4:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new top lever Merkel
Replies: 5
Views: 1045

new top lever Merkel

A Merkel 12ga 47E followed me home today. Incredible condition, made in 1990. I am not sure if it was ever fired. Choke markings say 1/4 and 3/4, tag says Mod/Imp Mod, and sales guy checked it, ( not sure with what, brass choke guage of some sort I figure) I know Merkel's notoriously tight choked, b...
by Marlin32
Sun Mar 03, 2019 10:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hmmmmm
Replies: 22
Views: 3558

Re: Hmmmmm

That is true, and remarkable velocity and accuracy these tools have, I only use mine for turkey, right now don't have time to deer hunt with it, and would not be afraid in the least to use it on elk. I have garnered a lot of respect for these new crossbows. Its like a rifle, you need to do homework ...
by Marlin32
Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hmmmmm
Replies: 22
Views: 3558

Re: Hmmmmm

I have been eyeballing the ravins, have a ten point and I have to shoot at the different circles on target or will hit the bolt already in there. I was shocked at the accuracy of the thing. I like the ravins as they are a bit narrower than even the ten point and more balanced, maybe little lighter.
by Marlin32
Sat Nov 17, 2018 11:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 357 mag rifle
Replies: 36
Views: 5921

Re: 357 mag rifle

When I was younger, hunted deer with the Marlin 357 mag, killed a lot of deer with it, then it was illegal to use, now legal again, My shots were 50 yards and in, I used the Federal 180grain bullet and at that distance performed beautifully on whitetail. Expansion was enormous, and often pass throug...
by Marlin32
Tue Nov 13, 2018 7:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1904 winchester 32 special
Replies: 13
Views: 3347

Re: 1904 winchester 32 special

Seen it, handled it. Turns out worth somewhere between 5-7K
Nice rifle, but not that big a Winchester fan, at least not for that money.
Anyway, was nice to look at.
by Marlin32
Thu Nov 08, 2018 6:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1904 winchester 32 special
Replies: 13
Views: 3347

1904 winchester 32 special

Win 94 32 Special made in 1904, 26" barrel, hex barrel, any idea what it is worth? Have not seen it yet, will this weekend. I know the gentlemen selling it, and I am guessing it is in good to very good condition. Last year he brought several Remington pumps , 25 rem with the suicide safety, a 3...
by Marlin32
Sat Oct 06, 2018 10:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another Moose from BC
Replies: 26
Views: 3293

Re: Another Moose from BC

Shot one moose with the 338 Marlin, used the Remington 250 grain core-lokt. It was too long of a shot for the 250 bullet, 267 yards. Still killed him, but... Wondering if you are using the Hornady FTX on these moose, and at what ranges, and if you have any wounding data or bullet recovery. I am curi...
by Marlin32
Sat Sep 22, 2018 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Waiting waiting !
Replies: 42
Views: 4186

Re: Waiting waiting !

remind me to never visit your shop

:D
by Marlin32
Mon Aug 13, 2018 5:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Real chili version II
Replies: 6
Views: 1372

Re: Real chili version II

Guajillo good, try throwing in some red ripe serrano chiles and if it were mine, I would have to toss in some piquin and or red Habanero or ghost pepper
by Marlin32
Mon Jul 30, 2018 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dog died yesterday.
Replies: 27
Views: 3033

Re: Dog died yesterday.

Sorry for your loss, for me it is truly the toughest days of my life. Love my dogs.
by Marlin32
Thu May 10, 2018 6:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Want to design a Henry Rifle to your specs...?
Replies: 19
Views: 2719

Re: Want to design a Henry Rifle to your specs...?

the 338 ME or 338 federal, heck give me the old 348!
by Marlin32
Sat Apr 21, 2018 1:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 444
Replies: 9
Views: 1976

Re: Marlin 444

Thanks, I am really unfamiliar with 444's Shop was asking $1150 and I thought that was way out of the ball park. Its in good condition, granted, but not sure I would pay $1150 if it was new in box. Been doing some reading up on the 444, be okay for short range elk, moose, more ammo out there than I ...
by Marlin32
Sat Apr 21, 2018 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 444
Replies: 9
Views: 1976

Marlin 444

Was turkey hunting in Kansas this week, strolled into local gun shop, found a used Marlin 444, had 24" barrel and a monte carlo type stock. That it was quite unusual, anyone know anything about this variant? Not sure what it is worth, I know what he was asking for it, but not sure if worth that...
by Marlin32
Fri Jun 16, 2017 4:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thinking of a new Tractor
Replies: 22
Views: 3537

Re: Thinking of a new Tractor

I have a John Deere 1010, circa '64 low hours, great shape I might be willing to sell you. 33hp, gas
by Marlin32
Sun Jun 11, 2017 10:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 36 RPP?
Replies: 17
Views: 4630

Re: 36 RPP?

I have emailed them back and forth a bit, I have interest, but have not been sold that this would be any easier or cheaper than a 348DC. Also, Gary Reeder fiddling around and now has one of his wildcats that might be in same ball bark. I am not a metallic reloader, so all of that would be new to me,...
by Marlin32
Mon May 22, 2017 4:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Fall 2016 Moose from BC
Replies: 16
Views: 2536

Re: My Fall 2016 Moose from BC

Shot my moose near there several years ago with the Marlin 338ME, but used the Remington 250 gr bullet, 267 yards.
by Marlin32
Wed Apr 12, 2017 6:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 355GNR
Replies: 8
Views: 2591

Re: 355GNR

Gary Reeder the 355 GNR is one of our new ones. It is a Tuesday, April 11, 2017, 17:50 30-30 blown out straight and necked down to 35 caliber. More power than a 35 Remington and works better in a lever gun due to the 30-30 rim. Plus brass is easy to find. Out of a 12" barrel, which means only 9...
by Marlin32
Wed Apr 12, 2017 5:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 355GNR
Replies: 8
Views: 2591

Re: 355GNR

No, a marlin rifle in 355GNR, Which I "think" is a 30/30, blown out and .358 bullet on it.
by Marlin32
Tue Apr 11, 2017 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 355GNR
Replies: 8
Views: 2591

355GNR

Saw on Gary Reeder's sight a rifle in 355GNR, but couldn't find any info on the wildcat.
I would like to know what ballistics are on it. May have to shoot Gary an email.
Anyone know anything about it?
by Marlin32
Wed Mar 08, 2017 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your choice of carry gun?
Replies: 101
Views: 15191

Re: Your choice of carry gun?

Baby Browning 25acp, Colt Pocket Positive 32NP, Ruger Vaquero (custom by Gary Reeder) 32H&R, Springfield sub compact 40S&W, Colt Commander, depends on the situation.
by Marlin32
Tue Jan 17, 2017 5:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 336 ER 356 worth?
Replies: 10
Views: 3479

Re: Marlin 336 ER 356 worth?

I would be interested in that rifle.
by Marlin32
Tue Jan 17, 2017 5:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Last September's hunt in Poland
Replies: 27
Views: 2269

Re: Last September's hunt in Poland

I have seen that on the internet. Glad I finally read someone who actually went. Did not know the hunting was at night. Would a guy need a night scope? Little leery about flying to Europe (or much anywhere) right now. And wondered how much gun red tape one would have to jump through. Do they have gu...
by Marlin32
Sun Dec 25, 2016 10:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ...never did trust electronic safe locks...!
Replies: 48
Views: 4089

Re: ...never did trust electronic safe locks...!

Been there done that. Had to call a safe smith to unlock it, and he put a new electronic lock, but a better quality one on.
by Marlin32
Sun Dec 18, 2016 11:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 356win Barrel length
Replies: 3
Views: 1125

356win Barrel length

Have my eye on a Marlin 30/30 MXLR. Thinking about converting it to 356win.
What do you think I can get velocity wise with the 24" barrel?