I bought two on the same day - set out to buy a new Marlin 45-70 Guide, 1895G a couple of months ago, but stumbled across a barely used 45-70 LTD V with a 24" octagon barrel, improved rear peep tang sights, etc., only 1000 were made - so I got it at a great price, although just slightly more than a new 1895G. But while there, I also saw something I had been wanting, a new 338 MX, and knowing that Marlin's Connecticut factory was closed and there would be no more out of there - I bought it as well. Came home with two - hope that counts.