Marlin Camp 45 - Should I Buy?

[jjohnson]

Hi, Gents!

I was just offered an almost NIB carbine, and it's tempting me, since it's under $400.

Any reasons not to add it to my rack? I've heard there were problems with recoil buffers, stock cracks, and recoil springs, but figured if I can get an aftermarket buffer and put in a heavier Wolff spring, I should be okay - but did I miss something?

Thanks.... I'd like to put this in my own stocking for Christmas, but only if it's a good idea

jjohnson

 

[MMcfpd]

It's a good price if you want a .45 carbine. I'd certainly be tempted.

 

[Gator]

You didn't jump on it? That's a least $100 less than what they go for and they are not that easy to find. If you don't want it I'll take it!

 

[1040]

A recent Gunbroker Auction ended....

Marlin 45 acp Auto CAMP GUN - No Reserve MINT 45 Auction # 86796766
This item has been Sold!
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Current Bid $781.01

No Reserve! Started at $0.01
Quantity 1 # of bids 23 Bid History
Time left Auction has Ended
15 minute rule Location EDGEWATER, MD 21037
ANNE ARUNDEL County
Started 12/5/2007 10:00:50 PM ET (This is a 7 day auction)
Ends On or After 12/12/2007 10:00:50 PM ET (Official Auction Time)

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[Kman]

Good lord, NIB can do that to even a sensible man. That just might bring a few out, have to watch the auctions next couple weeks.
JJohnson, those guns were $400 about four years ago and the 9mm 250-300, now $500 is pretty standard and the much more common 9mm are bringing $350!

 

[MMcfpd]

Last one I saw at a gun show (~3 months ago) had an asking price of $600.