Hokkmike
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I am a big fan of lever action rifles. So, I was vey happy to acquire a 1983 Marlin 39a Golden with a 24 inch heavy barrel.
Put a touch of red glow on the front bead and took it to the range, Very nice groups at 25 and 50 yards with the iron sites. (100 and beyond on my next trip)
Also have a base and rings for scope mount. I generally do not like scopes on levers so I am thinking about it.
I haven't shot .22 for a long time and realized what a joy it was to spend an hour or two at the range without spending to much $$$$$ on ammo.
Of course there is no recoil and I am wondering if one even needs ear protection. I am in the habit of ALWAYS using ear protection so I guess I will continue.
Except for the fact that the it can't be reloaded the .22 stands tall as a survival choice.
Eventually I will match this gun with a good quality revolver.
Put a touch of red glow on the front bead and took it to the range, Very nice groups at 25 and 50 yards with the iron sites. (100 and beyond on my next trip)
Also have a base and rings for scope mount. I generally do not like scopes on levers so I am thinking about it.
I haven't shot .22 for a long time and realized what a joy it was to spend an hour or two at the range without spending to much $$$$$ on ammo.
Of course there is no recoil and I am wondering if one even needs ear protection. I am in the habit of ALWAYS using ear protection so I guess I will continue.
Except for the fact that the it can't be reloaded the .22 stands tall as a survival choice.
Eventually I will match this gun with a good quality revolver.