After browsing this thread, and doing some outside research,
I just today purchased a "gently used" 336XLR. I'd been considering
a lever action for some time. I was at a my local range/shop and it
was just sittin' there shining on the display rack, and I took the bait.
I had pretty much set my sights on the 336A, but couldn't pass up
the deal I got. I know some don't care for the stock and the finish.
To be honest, I myself would prefer hardwood, but just love the
stainless steel barrel and action, so I guess for me it's a tradeoff.
Unfortunately, I didn't get to take it home. For the second damn
time in my life (out of almost two dozen weapons purchases) I got
the dreaded "delay" on my application. I was so damned pissed.
No rhyme or reason for the delay. I wonder about the entire approval
process, but that's for another thread topic. In any event, I got to shoot
it before I left, and was it ever sweet! The dealer threw in a Weaver
scope base and installed it, but I want to get real comfortable with
the sights first. Can't wait to take it to the outdoors range and give
it a good workout with some some Hornady LEVEREVOLUTION at 100yds.
So, happy to be a new member of The 336 Club!