I think the whole side gate argument is like the Ford/Chevy one.
357 Magnum Rifle/Carbine
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BlueHeelerFl
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I bought a new 1894C in 357 last Spring and it's a great gun. Have had zero problems with it and it's a better gun than the one I bought in the 90s
Kp321
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I love my Rossi 92. It’s just about the right size, weight and price. The 73’s are slick and smooth but are heavier and not as strong as the 92. I use 357 brass no matter what the load, I know it will feed properly and will not leave a carbon ring in the chamber. If you don’t reload, that’s not an option unfortunately.
Olon
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I reload too. Mine has trouble with LSWC and LRN both in 38 special but no issues with 357s.
ECVMatt
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Some random thoughts:
The Tipman's are about nine pounds, that seem way too much for a .357.
I like these at about 5 pounds:
https://www.taylorsfirearms.com/lon...block/baby-rolling-block-carbine-357-mag.html
Much more svelte and appropriately sized for the .357.
I have not had good luck with the Rossi's 92. Some work and some don't. If you fall into the latter category, they are difficult to get serviced. I know there are lots of videos and folks who specialize in slicking them up, but it seem that they should work out of the box.
Newer Marlins seem to be much improved and working well.
The Ruger 77/357 is a great rifle, but expensive.
Henry's have worked well for me with both .44 mags and Specials.
I have a Trapper Handi-rifle and it is great! I wish H&R was still in business.
My .357 dream rifle would be something like the Ruger Deerfield Carbine.
Let us know what you end up choosing.
The Tipman's are about nine pounds, that seem way too much for a .357.
I like these at about 5 pounds:
https://www.taylorsfirearms.com/lon...block/baby-rolling-block-carbine-357-mag.html
Much more svelte and appropriately sized for the .357.
I have not had good luck with the Rossi's 92. Some work and some don't. If you fall into the latter category, they are difficult to get serviced. I know there are lots of videos and folks who specialize in slicking them up, but it seem that they should work out of the box.
Newer Marlins seem to be much improved and working well.
The Ruger 77/357 is a great rifle, but expensive.
Henry's have worked well for me with both .44 mags and Specials.
I have a Trapper Handi-rifle and it is great! I wish H&R was still in business.
My .357 dream rifle would be something like the Ruger Deerfield Carbine.
Let us know what you end up choosing.
Speedo66
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I think my Rossi with a 20" barrel weighs about 5 lbs., more than enough to soak up .357 recoil.
With the exception of LRECE (long range empty case ejection), remedied with one spring change, mine has been flawless. The gun functioned perfectly, just sent the empties into space better than Elon Musk could.
With the exception of LRECE (long range empty case ejection), remedied with one spring change, mine has been flawless. The gun functioned perfectly, just sent the empties into space better than Elon Musk could.
Ironhand54
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This is my 357 rifle. Best wood walking gun I ever had.
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Sneakshot92
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I certainly will.
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Sneakshot92
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Now that's a game getter!!
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Obturation
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I paired my gp100 with a 77/357.
I've only had one range trip with the 77, picked it up in March - right as kung flu hit. So I don't have a lot of experience with it but it's well made, accurate, light, quick to reload (flush fitting detachable magazines) and seems it'll be impervious to the elements.
Going to use it as a camp rifle (carbine?
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If I'm going to carry a lever action, might as well be a 45-70 (for me) .
I would like a rossi just for a fun gun but it's not too high on my list.
Henry makes excellent guns, can't go wrong with any.
Jm 1894s are great too.
I've only had one range trip with the 77, picked it up in March - right as kung flu hit. So I don't have a lot of experience with it but it's well made, accurate, light, quick to reload (flush fitting detachable magazines) and seems it'll be impervious to the elements.
Going to use it as a camp rifle (carbine?
).If I'm going to carry a lever action, might as well be a 45-70 (for me) .
I would like a rossi just for a fun gun but it's not too high on my list.
Henry makes excellent guns, can't go wrong with any.
Jm 1894s are great too.
Thats a beauty!
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Sneakshot92
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I paired my gp100 with a 77/357.
I've only had one range trip with the 77, picked it up in March - right as kung flu hit. So I don't have a lot of experience with it but it's well made, accurate, light, quick to reload (flush fitting detachable magazines) and seems it'll be impervious to the elements.
Going to use it as a camp rifle (carbine?
If I'm going to carry a lever action, might as well be a 45-70 (for me) .
I would like a rossi just for a fun gun but it's not too high on my list.
Henry makes excellent guns, can't go wrong with any.
Jm 1894s are great too.
The 77/357 & 77/44 are neat, but in a way, off. They just aren't for me, but if I had to pick i'd consider the 44 just because Blackhawk/Redhawk only loads.
Only problem is that i'm looking for a 357/38.
ECVMatt
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From the enabler in me and mostly because I don't want to impulse buy this:
https://www.gunsamerica.com/955143027/Savage-24V-Series-D-357-Mag-20GA-Case-hardene.htm
Savage 24V .357/20 GA
https://www.gunsamerica.com/955143027/Savage-24V-Series-D-357-Mag-20GA-Case-hardene.htm
Savage 24V .357/20 GA
gotboostvr
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If I hadn't gotten such a good deal on my 22WMR/20GA, and the 357Max/20GA was so dang expensive on the used market I woulda gone that way.
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Gordon
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Although $740 is steep , for me, that Taylors Remington #2 carbine is sweet ! it would be ok for a Vintage Ruger single action too ! Very kewl ! The Rolling blocks are surprisingly strong. No doubt that one would be as strong as any non 1892 style action. Put a tang sight on it and chunk away !
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Old Stumpy
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Buy a Henry Big Boy Steel. It's quite a bit lighter than the brass frame Henry (which is a heavy brick).
The quality is superior to the Marlins and the accuracy is excellent.
The quality is superior to the Marlins and the accuracy is excellent.
Ironhand54
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Here's mine
Ironhand54
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The optic is an early Aimpoint 2x
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I bought a Henry Single Shot. It's a bit heavy at just over 7 lbs, but I like it.
Sistema1927
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I have never regretted purchasing my Marlin 1894C.
Old Stumpy
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The steel framed single shot weighs 7.18 # (7 pounds, 3 ounces)
The brass framed single shot weighs 7.37 # (7 pounds, 6 ounces)
The Henry Big Boy Steel (with a 20" barrel) weighs only (7 pounds) and has a capacity of 10 rounds.
I can only ask the designers: "What were you thinking?"
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Definitely light and handy at 6 1/2 pounds with an 18 1/2" barrel.
Me neither. Pre-Remlin impulse purchase, nowadays with a shotgun scope w/ 50yd parallax. A handy truck gun and even though I don't load very hot, the longer barrel does wonders to .357 ballistic performance.
Kp321
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If you go with a Marlin, google Marlin 94 lifter repair before shooting it the first time. Marlin has had a problem with lifter wear for years but the problem is easily remedied if you catch it before it starts wearing.
As far as the Rossi 92 goes, it is a crap shoot on getting a good one. There used to be a joke about not buying a car built on Monday or Friday Apparently you have to find a Rossi that was made on Wednesday. Mine is one of the good ones!
As far as the Rossi 92 goes, it is a crap shoot on getting a good one. There used to be a joke about not buying a car built on Monday or Friday Apparently you have to find a Rossi that was made on Wednesday. Mine is one of the good ones!
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