hmm. I wonder if I'd ever purchase a gun after checking in with the boards.lol...
nah, I really appreciate the replies. That's the reason I ask. I like to receive as much input, accounts of different experiences, etc... No matter the make and model, there will always be those bad experiences. Except for a couple of Jon Browning's designs that FN manufactured.
jk...I know, I know...of course there are instances of misfortune with them as well.
Back to the topic piece though. That's one fine looking, well kept '73 you got there eastbank!
I like the report so far. I've had a Model 60 for about 20...well, right about exactly 20yrs now. That's the only Marlin I've owned. It's been a good little plinker, but I've always wondered about marlin's larger calibers. And I want a lever action.
I might be throwing down for the 1894 here in the next month or so.