Hi, everyone! I've been visiting THR for a couple years and decided to finally get an account. This is the project I've been working on lately: my handy Marlin 1894CSS. Also, I'm not the best photographer, but you get the picture...
This is the stainless steel version of the 1894, which fires .357 and .38 special. This rifle was made in 2009 before the Remington buyout, and it is perfect! It loads hollowpoint, wadcutter, and everything else without a hiccup; I've never had a round "stick" while using it. It sounds like a .22 when firing it but hits almost as hard as a 30-30. As far as aesthetics, I love the blend of stainless steel, wood, and black. It's the perfect companion to my Ruger GP100. I have a Minuteman ammo cuff around the forearm that snugly holds an additional 11 rounds. These can quickly be pulled out and loaded directly into the chamber. I also braided some paracord around the lever so that it's not so hard on the hand during rapid operation.
I replaced the original buckhorn sight as soon as I could with a "tactical" front and rear sight from Skinner Sights. All the good things you've heard about Skinner Sights are true: the construction and design are top notch, and the customer service is the best I've ever experienced. I wanted protective wings around the sights because this is my primary woods gun, and it gets knocked around a bit. Target acquisition is quick and accurate.
Other things I love about this rifle:
1. It holds a respectable amount of ammo (9+1 in .357, with 11 more in the cuff)
2. It's PC enough for where I live, California
3. It's short and light (36" and 6 lbs.)
4. I can shoot one, load one with ease
Anyone else here an 1894 fan?
This is the stainless steel version of the 1894, which fires .357 and .38 special. This rifle was made in 2009 before the Remington buyout, and it is perfect! It loads hollowpoint, wadcutter, and everything else without a hiccup; I've never had a round "stick" while using it. It sounds like a .22 when firing it but hits almost as hard as a 30-30. As far as aesthetics, I love the blend of stainless steel, wood, and black. It's the perfect companion to my Ruger GP100. I have a Minuteman ammo cuff around the forearm that snugly holds an additional 11 rounds. These can quickly be pulled out and loaded directly into the chamber. I also braided some paracord around the lever so that it's not so hard on the hand during rapid operation.
I replaced the original buckhorn sight as soon as I could with a "tactical" front and rear sight from Skinner Sights. All the good things you've heard about Skinner Sights are true: the construction and design are top notch, and the customer service is the best I've ever experienced. I wanted protective wings around the sights because this is my primary woods gun, and it gets knocked around a bit. Target acquisition is quick and accurate.
Other things I love about this rifle:
1. It holds a respectable amount of ammo (9+1 in .357, with 11 more in the cuff)
2. It's PC enough for where I live, California
3. It's short and light (36" and 6 lbs.)
4. I can shoot one, load one with ease
Anyone else here an 1894 fan?