Marlin 1895 G question

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Is there some reason you can't get this in a pistol grip stock but only in straight stock?

Why does the guide gun only come with straight when the longer versions have pistol?

I want the pistol grip stock AND short barrel, why is this not possible?

I'm just wondering if there is some actual reason for this or just the marketing department deciding what will sell.

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I know it is not factory stock...

But would getting an 1895 XLR and cutting the barrel to desired length work? Presupposing stainless is ok... Even to chop it to 16 1/2 the mag tube stays untouched.

Patty
 
But would getting an 1895 XLR and cutting the barrel to desired length work?
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I'm sure that would work. I was trying to avoid spending a bunch on 'smithing, but I am sure that would work.

It just seems strange to me that it's not offered.
 
IMHO, they are trying to keep the gun as compact and lightweight as possible. The pistol grip stock is bigger and more than likely weighs more.

I too want a pistol gripped guide gun and am planning on buying a XLR and having it cut down sometime next year. I will then add a WWG receiver mounted peep sight and fiber optic front sight. I think it will turn out to be one sweet rifle.

Maybe, i'll get lucky and Marlin will bring one out before then.:D

Steve
 
Well these guys make just what you seem to want.

http://www.wildwestguns.com/Bushwacker/bushwacker.html


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They make some neet looking stuff, I have not seen any first hand. But when i get enough saved to go to Alaska for a hunting trip, they will be on my list of equipment providers!
 
Yes, Wild West Gun in Alaska do some great things with Marlin lever actions. But, they are way to expensive for my income.

Steve
 
When the Guide Gun first came out I had a regular 1895 cut to the same length barrel, because I don't like muzzle porting (WAY too loud!) and I had the gun already so it was a cheap project. Since then I've had a chance to shoot one of the newer (non-ported) Guides side by side with my homemade version, and I've got to say that I much prefer mine, with the pistol grip, to the straight-gripped Guide Gun. The p.g. stock is much more comfortable to shoot, easier to control, and if it weighs more the difference is tiny.

Plus, if you hate the cross-bolt safety, you could find one of the older pre-safety guns to modify and save some money.

John
 
I am just the opposite, I would rather have a straight stock over pistol grip. When I was a teenager with my pistol gripped 06 .22 I tried to get my shooting friends who had straight stocked 90's or 06's to trade with me. Nobody would. I guess I should thank them as my 1906 Expert pistol grip stock 22 is worth 2 to 3 times more than the straight stock models, but I still like straight stocks better. I guess there is no changing my tastes. A straight stock rifle is just easier for me to shoot.
 
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