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Cosmoline · September 10, 2000, 06:42 PM

I've been looking at some of Marlin's lever actions, but wonder if they're ideal for hunting medium to large-size game in Alaska--or just as a back-up camp gun. What are the advantages, if any, over a bolt-action? Any favorite lever action models?

September 10, 2000, 06:42 PM	#1
Cosmoline Senior Member Join Date: March 11, 2000 Posts: 1,080	I've been looking at some of Marlin's lever actions, but wonder if they're ideal for hunting medium to large-size game in Alaska--or just as a back-up camp gun. What are the advantages, if any, over a bolt-action? Any favorite lever action models?