ECVMatt
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I have both and enjoy them all.
I am not too sure the 94 Winchester is stronger than a 336 Marlin. Marlin is able to chamber these in .356, 375 win, and .45-70 with no major modifications. Winchester had to go to the, "Big Bore" abomination to safely handle the .307, .356, and the 375 Winchester. They had to move up to the 1886 to safely handle the .45-70. I have to agree that nothing fits my hand better than a Winchester 1894 when carrying through the brush.
I am generally more fond of Marlins for their better accuracy, simpler action, and closed top. I have had lots of Red River dust get into my Winchester. It did not stop it from functioning, but was a major pain to clean out.
I recently picked up a Marlin 336 LTS and it has become my favorite. It carries almost as well as the 94, is super accurate, and perfect sized for my forest hunting endeavours.
I am not too sure the 94 Winchester is stronger than a 336 Marlin. Marlin is able to chamber these in .356, 375 win, and .45-70 with no major modifications. Winchester had to go to the, "Big Bore" abomination to safely handle the .307, .356, and the 375 Winchester. They had to move up to the 1886 to safely handle the .45-70. I have to agree that nothing fits my hand better than a Winchester 1894 when carrying through the brush.
I am generally more fond of Marlins for their better accuracy, simpler action, and closed top. I have had lots of Red River dust get into my Winchester. It did not stop it from functioning, but was a major pain to clean out.
I recently picked up a Marlin 336 LTS and it has become my favorite. It carries almost as well as the 94, is super accurate, and perfect sized for my forest hunting endeavours.