Weapons - What you have (NOT a political discussion)

[Sierra1]

"Valuable" is a very subjective word. Means something different to each person. Right now, I think the original 336s are very valuable. Once the new ones get released in numbers, the prices might fall. I would imagine it's going to depend on whether a collector is looking for one, or a hunter. There's just something about a lever action carbine.

 

[Blind Squirrel]

Turns out mine is a 336W, whatever that means.
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Beautiful gun!

 

[magic]

Ruger announced today that the Marlin 336 is coming back. Looks really nice...msrp $1239. I'm glad to see it back and also nice to see the Marlin name and emblems on it.

Model 336 Classic

www.marlinfirearms.com

 

[Grape_salad]

I won the auction on an IAC Model 87 12 gauge lever action shotgun that I plan on using for cowboy action shooting.

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[Sierra1]

Smith & Wesson came out with this recently. It folds at the receiver/barrel which allows it to store at 16". Which allows it to be carried in a saddle bag. Comes with 3 magazines and a storage bag. I'm waiting 'till they bring out a .45 version since I have tons of .45 and not much 9mm. Ruger has came out with a similar version in 5.7mm, but it folds at the stock/receiver and that limits the folding length to 26".

Here's the link for more info: M&P® FPC | Smith & Wesson (smith-wesson.com)

 

[OldRider]

A Keltec Sub2000 comes in 9mm and .40. It folds down to 16.25".

 

[Sierra1]

A Keltec Sub2000 comes in 9mm and .40. It folds down to 16.25". View attachment 100099View attachment 100100

I have a friend that has one of those, and they're "ok". I am a fan of S&W. What I like about the Smith folder is that it comes with two 23rd mags and one 17rd. The two hi-cap mags also carry in the stock. The Smith also comes with a threaded barrel. The Kel-Tec does list for $200 less than the Smith.

 

[StefanOnHisS10]

little play time with my mate and his 1942 K98 on the 100 meter indoor range.

 

[Jlq1969]

 

[Sierra1]

He's nuts.

 

[StefanOnHisS10]

He's nuts.

Yes, but in a good way. I like his video’s. That 4 bore must kick like a mule.

 

[Sierra1]

. . . . That 4 bore must kick like a mule.

I think he said 200lb of recoil. I always thought I wanted a .338 Lapua . . . . until I fired it. Even with an integrated muzzle brake, the recoil was ridiculous. And at $5.00/rd . . . . I'll stick my measly .308.

 

[Sierra1]

Speaking of the .338 Lapua. It's great round and it serves a purpose if range an power is needed. But, oddly enough, .50 BMG is about half the price per round than the .338. "They" say that the .338 is a more accurate round. But the current record for a sniper shot is held by a Canadian sniper that was using the .50.

 

[StefanOnHisS10]

Haha, would love to try a 338 once. Don’t think it’s allowed over here, since it’s not a sporting caliber. My club has got a couple 308’s, really like them but at €1 and up a pop it’s a pretty expensive evening at the range.

 

[Sierra1]

A quick check shows our .308 168gr Federal Gold Medal Match for $27/usd for 20 rds. At the other end of the spectrum is Igman 146gr FMJ for $13.79/usd.

 

[StefanOnHisS10]

That is about the same, goes fast in a semi-auto gun. When I do shoot the 308 I usually grab a bolt action with iron sights for the 100m indoor. Makes a good challenge and fun evening.

 

[Sierra1]

Got an email from GunZoneDeals.Com today. For those that already have a Marlin 336 (.30-30), keep 'em. This website has them on sale for $1,495 shipping included. Pretty sure none of y'all paid that for yours.

 

[Paul466]

 

[Sierra1]

Uh . . . . is this the woodchipper version of boating accident?

 

[RCinNC]

A wood chipper would definitely be a unique personal defense weapon, but I think concealed carry is out of the question.