Questions & Answers

• Q: I know this is a classic rifle and most of the time, scopes are frowned upon. But in case I was interested in buying a scope best used for deer and boar hunting... what is recommended? Thank you

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  • Asked 03/28/2020 23:15 by Griffin M

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  Griffin, a good scope match up is the Bushnell Engage. It has clear glass edge to edge and if a shorter length to accommodate a Lever rifle. : https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/104257/bushnell+ren41240dw+engage+riflescope+4-12x+40mm+obj+29-10+ft+%40+100+yds+fov+1%22+tube+black+finish+deploy+moa ---------------------------- https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/711013787/4-hole+tactical+picatinny+ring+medium+matte+black+1+inch --------------------------- https://www.amazon.com/Marlin-1894-Picatinny-Scope-Mount/dp/B004VILI4Y

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• Q: does this have side loading gate

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  • Asked 03/18/2020 01:19 by Gregory E

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  Gregory, yes Sir. It has Side Loading gate. Hickok45 video here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1TGGzsjp-8
• Q: I am looking for an original JM marked Marlin 1894 cowboy chambered in .44 magnum. I need to know two things.. Is this weapon california compliant ? and what should I expect to pay for an original. I have heard nothing but bad things about the Remington manufactured Marlins.

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  • Asked 01/18/2019 18:30 by Agostino M

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  yes it is CA compliant and they start at around $400 in good condition

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• Q: What does the wal sand for

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  • Asked 06/11/2018 04:50 by Hubert Wesley W

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  Wal= Walnut stock and forearm

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• Q: Would this be a good deer rifle for 100 yards

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  • Asked 06/01/2018 23:06 by Hubert Wesley W

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  Hubert, it's a great rifle for deer hunting, I would recommend using Buffalo Bore, Garrett Ammo, or Underwood ammo for shots over 50-60 yards.
  Bud's carries Buffalo Bore ammo in .44 Magnum at a good price. Just go for the heavy bullet weights, over 240 grains, for the longer range.

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• Q: I know that Marlin has a 1894 that shoots both 44 mag and 44 special, but is this the model?

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  • Asked 12/16/2017 20:18 by Dwight F

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  Yes : (Specifications and Features): - Marlin Model 19894 Lever Action Rifle 70400 .44 Special / .44 Magnum - 20" Barrel
  Deep cut 6 groove Ballard type rifling - 1:38" Right hand twist rate - 10 Round Tubular magazine - Side Ejection - Solid Top Receiver - Hammer Block Safety - American Walnut straight grip stock - Cut checkering - Rubber rifle butt pad - Blued steel forend cap - Swivel studs - Adjustable semi-buckhorn folding rear sight - Ramp front sight with brass bead and wide scan hood - Drilled a tapped for scope mounts - Offset hammer spur - Overall Length 37.5" - Overall weight 6.5 lbs.

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• Q: Fit and finish of these new marlins. Specifically Wood fit symmetric especially on the for-end wood.

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  • Asked 11/28/2017 21:16 by Darren H

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  This particular rifle has some stock fit-up gaps between the butt-stock and the receiver. I loosened the screw a little, then bounced the butt on the floor, then tightened-up the screw. That took care of 75% of the gap. Also, on this particular unit, the front sight has had to be replaced with a lower one. With the rear sight adjusted fully up, it still shot low at 25 yards....at 75 or 100 it would not be on paper. Also, when they pressed the front sight in, they just positioned it flush with the right side of the ramp, but did not center it. That's just poor attention to detail. However, any factory rifle should be able to be brought to zero with the sights it came with. If I were not a very experienced shooter, I would have been frustrated that it could not be zeroed. The rifle functions well enough, but is not as smooth as my 1895. I am sure that with use, it will get better. I would rather Remington/Marlin put more effort in to fit and finish than have the stock checkering. The trigger is very good for a lever action. I like it. Despite the little quirks, I am not sorry I bought the rifle. I enjoy figuring out how to make a new rifle really shoot well. (From the reviews)

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• Q: Could you tell me which year this was produced?

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  • Asked 09/10/2017 14:43 by Steven C

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  Hi Steven, unfortunately we would need an actual Serial Number to be able to specify date of manufacture Steven. I don't think Buds would give that out without purchase.

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• Q: Hello, What's the difference between the Marlin 1894 44 Mag and the Cowboy Limited Model?
  I think the Cowboy Limited Model has an octagonal barrel than a round one in 1894 44 Mag.
  Are there any other differences?
  Thank you.

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  • Asked 06/12/2017 10:40 by Alexander Y

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  The cowboy rifle has and octagon barrel, period correct sights, no checkering and is chambered for 44 magnum. The standard 1894 will shoot 44mag and 44 spl, has a round barrel, checkering and folding rear sight.