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Scorch · February 8, 2018, 01:28 AM

Marlin 1895s are known to have difficulty with maximum length cartridges. The issue is the length of the carrier: it simply cannot be made any longer, so you have to limit the length and shape of the loaded ammo you feed it. I have had trouble feeding 405 LRN gr loads, but the factory 405 LFP loads feed OK, and the factory 350 gr loads go through it like they should.

If you handload, you can seat whatever bullet you choose deep enough to work, but it will limit your powder space.

February 8, 2018, 01:28 AM	#2
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	Marlin 1895s are known to have difficulty with maximum length cartridges. The issue is the length of the carrier: it simply cannot be made any longer, so you have to limit the length and shape of the loaded ammo you feed it. I have had trouble feeding 405 LRN gr loads, but the factory 405 LFP loads feed OK, and the factory 350 gr loads go through it like they should. If you handload, you can seat whatever bullet you choose deep enough to work, but it will limit your powder space. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services