Post by: 7mm ed on July 09, 2016, 05:38:24 PM
Post by: bowhunterforever on July 09, 2016, 06:03:12 PM
Post by: yorketransport on July 09, 2016, 07:10:13 PM
I love the Marlin guide guns, but I don't have one any more. I've had the 444 Marlin, 45/70 and the 450 Marlin. The 450 was my favorite but not for any good reason.
Post by: jrebel on July 09, 2016, 07:52:05 PM
Post by: 7mm ed on July 10, 2016, 05:59:38 AM
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Post by: Fl0und3rz on July 10, 2016, 08:57:44 AM
Since we all love pics...here's my 1895GS Guide Gun
Skinner rear Peep Sight, with Fiber Optic Fire Sight up front...
The 325 gr. LR should be sufficient for elk.
Attached is a picture of my 1895 GS for you Marlin 45-70 fans. It has a WWG big loop lever and trigger and the sights are the XS ghost ring and post.
I typically use a 300 grain jhp at 1900-2000 fps. Good with xs peep sights to about 175.
Post by: MountainWalk on July 10, 2016, 09:17:04 AM
Post by: JimmyHoffa on July 10, 2016, 09:24:33 AM
Leverrevolution is some good, flat stuff. If you want the real bruiser load look at buffalo bore. I haven't shot a critter with it, but man does it knock the snot out of alder trees.
Post by: brush hunter on July 10, 2016, 09:42:15 AM
Post by: yorketransport on July 10, 2016, 10:35:58 AM
The only 45/70 brush gun I have is a 47/70 BFR. it's nice working the brush with a gun you can holster and not hang up on brush. Would like to find a good on a Marlin though. Also I don't use factory loads.
Man, I miss my BFR! 440gr hard cast lead at 1600 fps from a 10" barrel will get your attention. :o I still have a tingling sensation in two fingers on my right hand from that gun....
Post by: wadu1 on July 10, 2016, 10:43:47 AM
:yeah::yeah:
Leverrevolution is some good, flat stuff. If you want the real bruiser load look at buffalo bore. I haven't shot a critter with it, but man does it knock the snot out of alder trees.
I have used both the Leverrevlution works great in my Marlin 1895 GSS with low-power glass on top. One shot on a black bear at 45 yards. Some of the BC guides I know also use the Marlin 1895 GSS with the buffalo bore (405 grains) as backup and for Griz. :twocents:
Post by: brush hunter on July 10, 2016, 11:17:44 AM
You'll have to try my S/W .500 4"bbl with a 700gr cast load. Only load I have to use a glove.The only 45/70 brush gun I have is a 47/70 BFR. it's nice working the brush with a gun you can holster and not hang up on brush. Would like to find a good on a Marlin though. Also I don't use factory loads.
Man, I miss my BFR! 440gr hard cast lead at 1600 fps from a 10" barrel will get your attention. :o I still have a tingling sensation in two fingers on my right hand from that gun....
Sorry for hi jacking the thread
Post by: Firedogg on July 10, 2016, 07:18:23 PM
Post by: syoungs on July 10, 2016, 07:27:43 PM
I skipped the scope and went with a peep sight setup, sometimes I find myself wanting a quick release 2x7 or something for it, but it works so good as it sits I haven't acted yet.
Post by: 7mm ed on July 10, 2016, 08:08:41 PM