[pioneer461]

Using Hornady's new LeveRevolution ammo, the humble .30-30 can be turned into an honest 300 yard rifle, adequate for most N. American game. I own a 336, my first serious caliber [bigger than .22 LR] rifle. I've owned it over 20 years and have often thought of the age-old question; "If I could only have one rifle?" I'd probably choose the Marlin. Not a bad choice for home defense, as well.

I haven't put a scope on mine, it just seems wrong to have one mounted on a lever gun. But that's just me being old school.
I am planning on upgrading the sights tho, to fiber optix because of my aging eyes.

[YoungGunWill]

Even after being used for over 20 years and passed down to me its still Cherry! at 100 yards I can put 3 shots in a quarter size hole. Although its a little heavy it has always been my favorite deer buster

[willfully armed]

Originally Posted by Bohica6-284

That's not even a fair comparison to mention a lever 30-30 and a semi .223 battle rifle in the same thread!.

Its also not prudent to call AR15s.....223's.






THe Marlin 336 is a FINE weapon. I prefer Marlin lever actions to any others.

I have a 336 in 35 Remington, .30-30 Win, and a 39A.

Even with the leverevolution, a scope on these guns is overkill.