Doc McGlock Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 (edited) I'm smitten................ anyone care to school me in Lever Actions? I'm not interested in a safe queen, but rather something that I can shoot and shoot......... and shoot! I've settled in on the .357 caliber and realize they are not as prevalent! I also have not aspirations for competition, just a reliable, quality shooter that will be around for a while! Also, realistic price ranges, under 1300. Thanks! Edited August 29, 2017 by Doc McGlock learning site nuances Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 (edited) Uberti makes a very nice quality 1873 replica. I have one chambered in .44 mag, and they do make one in .357. It's a beauty and it shoots and functions perfectly. I believe I paid about $940-ish less than a year ago. Edited August 29, 2017 by KBKEITH 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 One more for you. I also have a Henry Big Boy carbine chambered in .357. It's also a nice rifle that shoots well. I have the octagon barrel with the brass receiver. The only thing I don't like is the tube magazine. I prefer a loading gate like the Uberti has. I paid in the $600 range for the Henry. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G19 DB Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 I've owned several. Probably my favorite is a Winchester 94 in 30-30 - about 1944 vintage. Not much bluing left, but it's a shooter. Recently bought a Rossi 92 lever in 45 colt. Love how short and quick it is. Don't know what it is about lever actions - probably feel like a cowboy shootin' one. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonS Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 If I wanted a .357 I would look for a nice Rossi 1892; unless I had a money tree, then there are some other options. One of my coworkers bought a Rossi .357, watched some YouTube videos and slicked it up and it came out real nice, first time he ever touched a tool to a gun. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudel Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I found a nice Mossberg 464 in 30-30. It's been a great shooter. I'd like to get a lever 357Mag as well; but the prices seem crazy. GrabAGun has Henry 357Mag Lever for $641. It's getting my buy finger twitching. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 1 minute ago, dudel said: I found a nice Mossberg 464 in 30-30. It's been a great shooter. I'd like to get a lever 357Mag as well; but the prices seem crazy. GrabAGun has Henry 357Mag Lever for $641. It's getting my buy finger twitching. I've had excellent dealings with GAG. That's a good price on the Henry and you will not be disappointed. Great rifle. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudel Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I've used GrabAGun before. Transactions have been a pleasure. Prices have been very good. Even though I reload; they have some very good deals on ammo. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McGlock Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 My biggest beef with the Henry line is the tube feeding. Just can't wrap my head around it. I found an Uberti half octagonal/round barrel in .357mag for around $950 shipped. It has the case hardened steel and is actually beautiful. Marlins are up around $900 range as well. Winchesters are off the radar for me. I keep coming back to the Uberti, but I hate to spring nearly a grand for something that probably won't get used much. On the other hand, when I finally leave my guns to my kids, I don't want to hand off junk. I don't know much about Rossi but to my intuition, it seems to fall into that category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McGlock Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 22 hours ago, KBKEITH said: Uberti makes a very nice quality 1873 replica. I have one chambered in .44 mag, and they do make one in .357. It's a beauty and it shoots and functions perfectly. I believe I paid about $940-ish less than a year ago. Do you have any pics of your .44 mag? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 1 minute ago, Doc McGlock said: Do you have any pics of your .44 mag? Not on my phone. I'm more than happy to take a couple when I get home later. I'll post them up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sniffler Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Unless I win the lottery the next lever action I buy will be a Henry. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 8 minutes ago, Sniffler said: Unless I win the lottery the next lever action I buy will be a Henry. I have one just like this. It's really a nice little carbine. The action is smooth. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Eric Posted August 30, 2017 Administrators Share Posted August 30, 2017 There is only one lever-action carbine that I crave. A Big Horn Armory lever-action, chambered in .500 S&W Magnum. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McGlock Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 (edited) Edited August 30, 2017 by Doc McGlock This is the one I ordered today! I fell in love with it at the range I frequent. It was in 45LC. THe one above is .357mag................... now the wait! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 4 hours ago, Doc McGlock said: Do you have any pics of your .44 mag? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 19 minutes ago, Doc McGlock said: That's beautiful. I love the case hardened look. You are going to love that rifle. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McGlock Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) 4 hours ago, KBKEITH said: KB, That's a beautiful rifle! Doesn't look like is been shot much? How do you like runing .44mag? .357 in my Ruger is about my old hands can handle as I get older! That was the main reason I wanted too stay in the .357mag. And I actually didn't need another excuse to buy another revolver. Thank you for taking the time to post these pics! Edited August 31, 2017 by Doc McGlock 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1L26 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I got one of these from my Dad. He passed away in 1964. It's a great shooter .35 Rem Marlin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McGlock Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 1L26, What a great way to stay connected to your dad! I'd have that out where I could see it every a day! I've got my dad's accordion from right before the war! Do you have a year on that marlin? It's beautiful and has a story to tell! Care to share? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sniffler Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 8 hours ago, Eric said: There is only one lever-action carbine that I crave. A Big Horn Armory lever-action, chambered in .500 S&W Magnum. If I win the lottery..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBKEITH Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 6 hours ago, Doc McGlock said: KB, That's a beautiful rifle! Doesn't look like is been shot much? How do you like runing .44mag? .357 in my Ruger is about my old hands can handle as I get older! That was the main reason I wanted too stay in the .357mag. And I actually didn't need another excuse to buy another revolver. Thank you for taking the time to post these pics! Thank you, sir. You're right, not too many rounds through it yet. I think about 100 so far. I like the .44 magnum in this rifle. It does have pretty stiff recoil but certainly not unmanageable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McGlock Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) This is an interesting video on how a Winchester works. https://youtu.be/YcZNYAAy_Gc Edited August 31, 2017 by Doc McGlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1L26 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 9 hours ago, Doc McGlock said: 1L26, What a great way to stay connected to your dad! I'd have that out where I could see it every a day! I've got my dad's accordion from right before the war! Do you have a year on that marlin? It's beautiful and has a story to tell! Care to share? I have never attempted to tract down the year of the rifle but maybe I should. I remember that was his deer rifle from the time I was probably 5 years old. He has had it as long as I can remember. He died in 1964 so its been around for a long while. I don't know what he killed with it but my guess is probably only west coast deer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McGlock Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 1L, With all of the attempts to destroy our history in America today by the left, I would move heaven and earth to uncover your dad's rifle's history! I am a lover of history and items like yours are screaming about the past! I'm not sure how to go about it, but maybe someone here can help guide you! It also will be a great hand me down to your kids or grandkids. My advice to you is to not let the memories slip away! Doc 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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