My new hog hunter

mitranoc · April 20, 2013, 01:42 PM

Marlin 336 30-30. Picked this up yesterday for $400 with case and Redfield fixed scope. Used, but condition is like new. I had a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 that I put on it. This is my first lever action and I think I'm hooked!

Pahoo · April 20, 2013, 03:10 PM

Looks to me like you did rather well !! ....

Be Safe !!!

shouldazagged · April 20, 2013, 03:10 PM

Fine rifle. I had one in .30-30 years ago and foolishly traded it away. My son has one in .35 Remington with which he's taken a lot of deer.

mattL46 · April 20, 2013, 03:58 PM

Beautiful rifle! Well done! The leopard case compliments it well!!

mitranoc · April 20, 2013, 04:19 PM

There were three types of ammo's that I bought, and not much available

Wallyworld nothing, except a lot of .270.

Hornady 140gr lever revolution
Fusion 150gr
Remington 150gr Hog Hammer with Barnes TSX

mxsailor803 · April 20, 2013, 10:33 PM

My 336 loves the Hornady. It does kick more but it clover leaf a 3 shot group from 50-75yds. Good find.

mitranoc · April 21, 2013, 09:03 AM

My neighbor told me this morning that my set up is "over" scoped with the 3-9x40? I wouldn't think so?

BumbleBug · April 22, 2013, 12:35 AM

Nice gun & good deal! Are there any more??

A 3x9 being too much scope is "old thinking". With tired old eyes like mine, its nice to study things at 9x occasionally.

...bug

oneoldsap · April 22, 2013, 05:56 AM

I think what your neighbor was saying , is that a big honkin 3-9 scope detracts from the handiness of your little Carbine . It makes the gun heavier than it needs to be too , while making it no more effective . I'd be happy to take that 2 3/4 X redfield off your hands , at a fair price !

mitranoc · April 22, 2013, 06:29 AM

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I think what your neighbor was saying , is that a big honkin 3-9 scope detracts from the handiness of your little Carbine . It makes the gun heavier than it needs to be too , while making it no more effective .

It definitely makes it a tad heavy, and just doesn't look quite at home on there. Should I consider a 1-4x or 2-7x?

mitranoc · April 22, 2013, 06:35 AM

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I'd be happy to take that 2 3/4 X redfield off your hands , at a fair price !

PM sent

Husqvarna · April 22, 2013, 09:37 AM

3-9 is the upper end if you are hunting close quarters, I did a while but felt that I lost the target to much if the animals are running and I would reload and fire a second shot. (but I am using a bolt 308) maybe it works better with a lever with lesser kick

I now have qr mounts and put on a reddot if it is close. I want magnification for the longer shots thou, it can be done without but I don't hunt to survive so I skip on that risk

Keg · April 22, 2013, 11:39 AM

I like the 336..but I would rather have the 2 3/4 power Redfield on it....Those are really good scopes....I had one once and wish I had it back....It's perfect for that setup....

mitranoc · April 22, 2013, 12:52 PM

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I like the 336..but I would rather have the 2 3/4 power Redfield on it....Those are really good scopes....I had one once and wish I had it back....It's perfect for that setup....

I really have to agree. After seeing how much lighter my rifle is with it, and how much better it looks (classic)... Redfield it is! I have a friend selling me a Marlin medium DNZ mount for a better cheekweld.

Keg · April 22, 2013, 02:30 PM

mitranoc...I like that look..and those little scopes are perfect for a carbine....The one I had was on a Ruger 44 carbine....

kahrguy · April 22, 2013, 04:27 PM

Good move on the redfield. I bought a 2 3/4 power some where back around the later '70's. Still on a older h&r 44 mag single shot used for thick florida hardwood hammicks Sent it off before redfield turned belly up some years ago to be gone thru and cleaned up. Oh nice marlin too.

mitranoc · April 22, 2013, 04:58 PM

One of my buddy's just picked up a 336 in 35, and now he is looking for the same Redfield. I couldn't be any happier with my purchase

Fan45acp · April 22, 2013, 07:07 PM

Put a set of Skinner Sights on that Marlin..By the way that will not be your last Marlin..

mitranoc · April 22, 2013, 07:23 PM

That's a beautiful collection you have! I've wanted one for quite awhile, and can see how they're addicting. Now I just need to put a sling on it. Going to sight it in this weekend.

GeauxTide · April 22, 2013, 08:56 PM

FanACP has it right. Put Skinner Sights on that Marlin! My 39Mountie, 1894, and 1895 wear them.

mitranoc · April 22, 2013, 09:13 PM

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Put a set of Skinner Sights on that Marlin

I am definitely going to check those out.

mattL46 · April 22, 2013, 10:34 PM

Looks like I'll be looking for a 336. Thanks a lot mitranoc. No really thanks! Gorgeous machines!!

mitranoc · April 22, 2013, 10:45 PM

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Looks like I'll be looking for a 336. Thanks a lot mitranoc. No really thanks!

Glad I could help

mitranoc · April 23, 2013, 06:59 PM

Should have my scope mount by Friday. Any tips, or is it as straight forward as it looks to mount?

Ignition Override · April 24, 2013, 12:17 AM

Very nice. A friend used a similar 30-30 to kill his first hog recently in west TN.
Luckily the pig stood sideways to the gun for a moment.

The 200-lb. swine in his photo is white with black spots.
The bullet probably had soft lead tip, but might have been jhp.

How do you like your rifle's trigger?

April 20, 2013, 01:42 PM	#1
mitranoc Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 337	My new hog hunter Marlin 336 30-30. Picked this up yesterday for $400 with case and Redfield fixed scope. Used, but condition is like new. I had a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 that I put on it. This is my first lever action and I think I'm hooked! __________________ "The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" George Washington

April 20, 2013, 03:10 PM	#2
Pahoo Senior Member Join Date: February 16, 2006 Location: IOWA Posts: 8,783	Good eye !!! Looks to me like you did rather well !! .... Be Safe !!! __________________ 'Fundamental truths' are easy to recognize because they are verified daily through simple observation and thus, require no testing.

April 20, 2013, 03:10 PM	#3
shouldazagged Senior Member Join Date: February 17, 2013 Location: Louisville, KY, USA Posts: 273	Fine rifle. I had one in .30-30 years ago and foolishly traded it away. My son has one in .35 Remington with which he's taken a lot of deer. __________________ "Don't let macho be your epitaph." ---Ed Lovette

April 20, 2013, 04:19 PM	#5
mitranoc Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 337	There were three types of ammo's that I bought, and not much available Wallyworld nothing, except a lot of .270. Hornady 140gr lever revolution Fusion 150gr Remington 150gr Hog Hammer with Barnes TSX __________________ "The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" George Washington

April 21, 2013, 09:03 AM	#7
mitranoc Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 337	My neighbor told me this morning that my set up is "over" scoped with the 3-9x40? I wouldn't think so? __________________ "The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" George Washington Last edited by mitranoc; April 21, 2013 at 09:18 AM.

April 20, 2013, 03:58 PM	#4
mattL46 Senior Member Join Date: February 9, 2013 Posts: 656	Beautiful rifle! Well done! The leopard case compliments it well!!

April 20, 2013, 10:33 PM	#6
mxsailor803 Senior Member Join Date: February 8, 2010 Location: SC Posts: 1,344	My 336 loves the Hornady. It does kick more but it clover leaf a 3 shot group from 50-75yds. Good find.

April 22, 2013, 12:35 AM	#8
BumbleBug Senior Member Join Date: March 11, 2013 Location: Near Heart of Texas Posts: 870	Nice gun & good deal! Are there any more?? A 3x9 being too much scope is "old thinking". With tired old eyes like mine, its nice to study things at 9x occasionally. ...bug

April 22, 2013, 05:56 AM	#9
oneoldsap Senior Member Join Date: September 16, 2009 Location: I live in the foot of the Green Mountains of Vermont Posts: 1,602	I think what your neighbor was saying , is that a big honkin 3-9 scope detracts from the handiness of your little Carbine . It makes the gun heavier than it needs to be too , while making it no more effective . I'd be happy to take that 2 3/4 X redfield off your hands , at a fair price ! __________________ Don't forget to have your liberals spayed or neutered !

April 22, 2013, 09:37 AM	#12
Husqvarna Senior Member Join Date: May 7, 2012 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,000	3-9 is the upper end if you are hunting close quarters, I did a while but felt that I lost the target to much if the animals are running and I would reload and fire a second shot. (but I am using a bolt 308) maybe it works better with a lever with lesser kick I now have qr mounts and put on a reddot if it is close. I want magnification for the longer shots thou, it can be done without but I don't hunt to survive so I skip on that risk

April 22, 2013, 11:39 AM	#13
Keg Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2011 Location: Freestone County, Texas Posts: 1,133	I like the 336..but I would rather have the 2 3/4 power Redfield on it....Those are really good scopes....I had one once and wish I had it back....It's perfect for that setup.... __________________ Hog Hunters never die........They just reload.........

April 22, 2013, 02:30 PM	#15
Keg Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2011 Location: Freestone County, Texas Posts: 1,133	mitranoc...I like that look..and those little scopes are perfect for a carbine....The one I had was on a Ruger 44 carbine.... __________________ Hog Hunters never die........They just reload......... Last edited by Keg; April 22, 2013 at 02:48 PM.

April 22, 2013, 04:27 PM	#16
kahrguy Senior Member Join Date: October 1, 2012 Posts: 561	Good move on the redfield. I bought a 2 3/4 power some where back around the later '70's. Still on a older h&r 44 mag single shot used for thick florida hardwood hammicks Sent it off before redfield turned belly up some years ago to be gone thru and cleaned up. Oh nice marlin too.

April 22, 2013, 04:58 PM	#17
mitranoc Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 337	One of my buddy's just picked up a 336 in 35, and now he is looking for the same Redfield. I couldn't be any happier with my purchase __________________ "The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" George Washington

April 22, 2013, 07:07 PM	#18
Fan45acp Member Join Date: December 14, 2009 Location: Texas,USA Posts: 42	Put a set of Skinner Sights on that Marlin..By the way that will not be your last Marlin..

April 22, 2013, 07:23 PM	#19
mitranoc Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 337	That's a beautiful collection you have! I've wanted one for quite awhile, and can see how they're addicting. Now I just need to put a sling on it. Going to sight it in this weekend. __________________ "The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" George Washington

April 22, 2013, 08:56 PM	#20
GeauxTide Senior Member Join Date: April 20, 2009 Location: Helena, AL Posts: 4,423	FanACP has it right. Put Skinner Sights on that Marlin! My 39Mountie, 1894, and 1895 wear them.

April 22, 2013, 10:34 PM	#22
mattL46 Senior Member Join Date: February 9, 2013 Posts: 656	Looks like I'll be looking for a 336. Thanks a lot mitranoc. No really thanks! Gorgeous machines!!

April 23, 2013, 06:59 PM	#24
mitranoc Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 337	Should have my scope mount by Friday. Any tips, or is it as straight forward as it looks to mount? __________________ "The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" George Washington

April 24, 2013, 12:17 AM	#25
Ignition Override Senior Member Join Date: February 18, 2008 Location: About 20 nm from the Big Muddy Posts: 2,884	Very nice. A friend used a similar 30-30 to kill his first hog recently in west TN. Luckily the pig stood sideways to the gun for a moment. The 200-lb. swine in his photo is white with black spots. The bullet probably had soft lead tip, but might have been jhp. How do you like your rifle's trigger?