Hey guys. I'm a new registeree, but a while-long lurker.
I've decided that my next purchase is going to be a lever-action repeater. I've started looking for candidate models, but there are so many different options, I'm a bit overwhelmed. I could use some help from the experts here.
Here is what I am looking for; an antique style "cowboy" rifle with wood furniture and a blued or brass finish. I would like something relatively short, in a carbine/riding length, probably with a barrel 20" or under. I like a saddle ring on the receiver but it is not immediately required. I am looking to load .357 mag, although other calibers (such as 30/30) can be considered.
I am interested in using this firearm in action shooting, but this is not necessarily my first priority for the gun, so it's merely a convenience if it complies, not a requirement...
Please let me know what my best options are for make and model. I would appreciate a list of pros and cons, if possible, so that I can compare back and forth.
Thanks in advance! There's just too many choices!
I've decided that my next purchase is going to be a lever-action repeater. I've started looking for candidate models, but there are so many different options, I'm a bit overwhelmed. I could use some help from the experts here.
Here is what I am looking for; an antique style "cowboy" rifle with wood furniture and a blued or brass finish. I would like something relatively short, in a carbine/riding length, probably with a barrel 20" or under. I like a saddle ring on the receiver but it is not immediately required. I am looking to load .357 mag, although other calibers (such as 30/30) can be considered.
I am interested in using this firearm in action shooting, but this is not necessarily my first priority for the gun, so it's merely a convenience if it complies, not a requirement...
Please let me know what my best options are for make and model. I would appreciate a list of pros and cons, if possible, so that I can compare back and forth.
Thanks in advance! There's just too many choices!