Question of my choice of rifles

Virginia Reb · August 21, 2006, 02:04:54 PM

I am trying to decide what kind of rifle to purchase. I have it narrowed down to either the Taurus Thunderbolt or the Marlin 1894. Both of which will be chambered in .357 Magnum. I was just wondering if anyone had good or bad experiences with either one of these guns.

Arcey · August 21, 2006, 03:34:11 PM

Been shootin' a Marlin '94 CS since December '97. Replaced the carrier last year.

Gottah Cowboy that was just fine 'til I messed with it. Don't know what I did wrong but I'll fix it.

I don't know about the Taurus. I do know I got a Taurus PT-111 for sale. Replaced it with a Glock 26.....

44caliberkid · August 21, 2006, 09:45:41 PM

The Thunderbolt has had mixed reviews, the Marlin is pretty solid and has a long history with 1000's of shooters. I'd say play it safe with the Marlin.

litl rooster · August 22, 2006, 04:37:56 AM

Quote from: 44caliberkid on August 21, 2006, 09:45:41 PM
The Thunderbolt has had mixed reviews, the Marlin is pretty solid and has a long history with 1000's of shooters. I'd say play it safe with the Marlin.

Have one of each in the cart.................For reliability the Marlin wins hands down

Virginia Reb · August 22, 2006, 06:45:37 AM

Sounds like I should go with the Marlin. Which is what I was thinking. I have always wanted a lever action gun. So, I will start looking for one.

Thanks for everyones input on this.

litl rooster · August 22, 2006, 04:26:57 PM

Quote from: Virginia Reb on August 22, 2006, 06:45:37 AM
Sounds like I should go with the Marlin. Which is what I was thinking. I have always wanted a lever action gun. So, I will start looking for one.

Thanks for everyones input on this.

Start with the Marlin, I suppose in a year or so, you might find a Thunderbolt that been gone over at a reasonable price. Then you'll have 2 to play with

Tensleep · August 22, 2006, 06:21:26 PM

Marlin Cowboy Limited in 38 special can be had in Chesterfield Co Va for $369-399 at Dances Sporting Goods.

Might want to check
www.gunbroker.com
www.auctionarms.com

Digem Deep · August 22, 2006, 07:52:16 PM

I don't think the Thunderbolt has been released yet in 357. If I remember right it may come out later this year, but with some of the problems they have had with the 45's it could be next year.

litl rooster · August 23, 2006, 04:38:26 AM

Quote from: Digem Deep on August 22, 2006, 07:52:16 PM
I don't think the Thunderbolt has been released yet in 357. If I remember right it may come out later this year, but with some of the problems they have had with the 45's it could be next year.

DITTO

AWA I believe makes a better rifle, and in .44-40

Reb, try looking in the "Valley Trader" I found mine in there under $300