Marlin’s first production repeating lever action rifle was the Model 1881; tubular magazine fed, top ejecting and chambered for the .45-70 and .40-60. The Model 336 came along in 1948 and remains a popular design, showcasing Marlin’s most distinguishing features. The Model 336 is a closed top receiver, round breech…...
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Remington's Model Seven HS Precision Part 1
The Remington Model Seven is a truly useful product. While long barrel, match weight 6.5 Creedmoor rifles are terrific for 1,000 yard competition and downing pronghorn at similar distances, most Americans do not have access to or frequent long range shooting facilities or hunt the country’s Western plains states. No,…...
Remington’s Model Seven HS Precision Part 2
Based on what the eyes see and what resides in memory from experience, it is only human to anticipate a firearm’s performance. It is important, however, to not arrive at any conclusions until all of the qualifying and validating steps have been taken and hard data has been assessed. Unfortunately,…...
Either a 338 Ultra Mag… or a Nifty Paperweight Part 5
I’d like to say resumption of this project was triggered by a carefully crafted strategic plan that serves as the foundation for the Real Guns editorial calendar… but I cannot. Truth be told, I was standing on a ladder, reaching for some 45-90 WCF brass and dies, when a hefty…...
Remington's Model 700 Police MLR Part 2
After a long day of trying to get product questions answered by the Maria Callas and Enrico Caruso contingencies within manufacturers’ organizations, I thought I would sit back for a moment and enjoy the influences of my newest mix of heart medication and adjust to a healthier perspective. Ah yes,…...