Stoeger Industries is supporting fans of the .40 S&W cartridge in 2023 with the launch of its all-new STR-40. I have tried 2 kinds of ammo, Leverevolution and Buffalo Bore FWIW. Support NRA American Rifleman DONATE. While it didnt necessarily set the world afire with sales records, the new Model 1895 enjoyed a brisk acceptance. otherwise, read on 2) Grind the . A Model 1895CB features a full-length, 9-shot magazine with a 26" barrel with deep-groove Ballard-type rifling and a black walnut stock without checkering. Failure to fully close the finger lever will result in the same malfunction. Anybody got a .376 Steyr rifle and need some reasonably priced ammo? For example the gun might run fine on Starline or gunsmith. carriers' initial pick-up height allowing the rim of the next I have shot a few through my 1895 as well -- in 300, 350 400, 405 grain jacketed in any combination, and any order. The Marlin 1895, now offered by Ruger, is a major step forward in lever-action rifle construction and performance. 2006 - 2022 BPS . When one operates a lever action, it should be operated with authority, robustly. these loads, or use or misuse of this article. carrier to proper height. Has anyone else had this problem? Some time back while I was cycling my action slowly so I could watch it in an attempt to help answer a question on TFL, sure enough it failed to feed properly. This is one reason why it is often assumed the rifle is empty when it is not. I do not think the rigger is the problem, and I do not like the loop lever. The Beauty Underneath. If you do this, you will be done, otherwise, read on. Author Topic: Marlin 1895 feeding problem (Read 1142 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. I've felt this with every factory Marlin of the modern age, no matter who owned the company. Probably just stiff springs and rough surfaces loosening up. The latest one was a Model 39 Century Limited made in 1970, which Im using in preparing this article. It has been rebarrreled, restocked and re a bunch of other things. Thanks to Rusty Marlin for The Re: Marlin Feeding Problem - 444 caliber. Join Date: March 20, 2010. Re: Marlin 1895 problem with Hornady Leverevolution Ammo. I solved the problem by changing the magazine spring follower. The 1893 model was brought about by Lewis Lobdon (L.L.) Even today, the 112-year-old .30-06 is among the top chamberings for hunting rifles. Butif the bolt is closed from this positionthe rifle will not chamber a cartridge ready to be fired. The parts listed in this section are specific to the Marlin rifles made post 2009. These will have a "REP" proof mark on the right side of the barrel. . I fired Remington 405grn loads and Hornady Leverevolution through it without fail or hiccup. They are just meant to be racked hard. Thus, an overall length of 2.78" is no problem. You have entered an incorrect email address! In fact, I made mention of this condition in an article in American Rifleman as far back as February 1978 when I first encountered this trouble. The first rifles were chambered in .38-56, .40-65, .40-82, .45-70 & the .45-90. Cartridges that originated in U.S. military arms have always enjoyed a great deal of popularity. I wanted to get the upgraded extractor and follower anyway. Same as the buzzards. the assistance of a qualified gunsmith. For its 25th Anniversary in 2023, Ergo Grips is celebrating throughout the year by holding giveaways, hosting special sales and offering a limited-edition Anniversary Grip. USED. Tell them you don't care to have the "Fanner 50" looking lever, on your Rifle. by SJPrice Wed Feb 02, 2011 4:54 pm, Post I bought a Marlin 1895 45-70 a few weeks ago, I'm very pleased with the gun for the most part, but it has an occasional problem. JavaScript is disabled. I also had older 44 Mag 94's and was able to get them to feed 300 grain loads by beveling the feed ramp and lower chamber just a tad. LOL anyway love shooting my dads old marlin model 81 dl. RIP: SFN, 1861, twoeggsup, Lambo, jamesjo. by vancelw Wed Feb 02, 2011 5:17 pm, Post I will post what was found. Its a tad heavier than the other 1895s at 8 lbs., but if you want it all you have to pay the price. One of these is caused by a new or stiff extractor which has not been broken in. The "Marlin Jam" as it is affectionately known is I haven't shot it yet, but it seems to load and feed fine now and the action feels smoother as well. Putting a second round in the mag AFTER the first is chambered, will let it load every time as well. If This firearm has the rare distinction of being two separate and different rifles with the same model number. Marlin 1895 feed problem. Joined Apr 25, 2006 Messages 216 Reaction score 1. The reason will surprise you, really! And, like the 1895 SBL, it's also chambered for the .45-70 Government. carrier and to block the next incoming round from jamming up According to Larry Keane, senior vice president and general counsel of Correcting Feeding Problems in Marlin Lever-Action Rimfire Rifles, Drop-In Glock Triggers: Apex, OverWatch, Timney Compared, New Shooters Guide: Barrel Twist Rate is Crucial to Shooting Accuracy, New Shooters Guide: The Best Gun For Home Defense Isnt a. The 336 action do not suffer from this proble. This was another issue caused by tolerance slop. I'll video it tomorrow. cam. . As the magazine is serviced, you can also stretch the spring a couple of inches to help provide additional force on the cartridges inside the magazine. If you can, find someone with an 1895 and try their lever on it. I have checked overall length and it's OK. If you do this, you will be done, Did you clean it before you shot it? You can expect the same time-honored design as the traditional 1895, combined with Ruger's trusted reputation for producing high-quality, reliable firearms. I've used a Marlin 1895 in .450 Marlin for Deer/Bear hunting with flat points and the new lever evolution rounds. Physically had to force the round out of the tube (took quite a bit of persuasion). Over the past three years, historic numbers of Americans legally purchased a firearm. Simply changing the carrier out as many repair places do is Many woods hunters especially found that high-velocity, scope-sighted rifles were more of a hassle than an asset in their hunting grounds. Guess it's different on different guns. 1894. It shot bullseyes right out of the box, and was made really nice! Marlin 1895GS 45/70 problem. Following the steps below will cure this I bought it used, however, so it might have been broken in well before I got it. time will settle downward in the action and again give you the It is still with us today. The new rifle serial numbers will begin with "RM," indicating "Ruger Marlin." Brian used both factory ammunition and handloads to evaluate the function and accuracy of the new Marlin Model 1895 SBL. It has a 19 inch barrel with a threaded end. Loading two shells into the magazine will often, but not always, result in a jam where the carrier cannot rise. The Marlin 1894 fits that description wonderfully, so we just had to take it out for some testing. Here is one A Look Back gun that wont require you to scour pawn shops, gun shows or yard sales in order to find one. It is best to take the rifle into WWG. A major distinction of the Marlin rifle over the Winchester was its square-like bolt and side ejection and solid-top receiver. I have an 1895G and it has never had any feed issues. Also, a good cleaning can help some times. USED. Now my favorate rifle of all time. And I have personally experienced this problem with at least two Marlin Model 39 rifles. Leverevolution ammo. (the only feeding problem encountered was with a 265 grain NEI SWC, a variation on .451-275-PB . 336 feeding problems I'm hoping someone can help me. Alaska Shooting Problem with New Marlin 1895 SBL tyrex13 Nov 2, 2010 1 2 Next tyrex13 New member Joined Oct 22, 2006 Messages 1,213 Reaction score 52 Location Anchorage/Soldotna Nov 2, 2010 #1 I admit that I am new to the lever action world, but for the life of me I can't get the thing to take a round. I have removed the lever, removed the cartridge 3/4 of the way in the magazine tube, and put the rifle back together. Anyhow, what I found with mine was every screw on it was loose, especialy the screws which hold the rail to the reciever. 2006 - 2022 BPS . It brought out a Model 1936 rifle that retained solid-top, side-ejection features debuted by Marlin 53 years earlier. Its return also helped revive the 45-70 cartridge back from the dead. Marlin brand was sold to Ruger in 2020. Never a glitch. Cut checkering appeared in 1994. I have removed the lever, removed the cartridge 3/4 of the way in the magazine . Hangs up about half way down the carrier. Check position of ejector wire (3.) This caused me great concernespecially since this was not the first time Id encountered this problem. 2A) Order a new this article. It wouldn't feed. by Bear 45/70 Sat Mar 28, 2009 9:56 pm. Note the notch labeled 'A' and marked with an arrow in the chambering to IWIs bullpup lineup, it builds on the experience gained with the original Tavor rifles, resulting in a highly refined and original design in its own right. You aren't going to break it, it's designed to operate like that. Shown at top is an octagon-barrel model owned by the author . I have a Winchester lever 94 in 30-30 made in the early fifties, don't need to work it in this mannor. be used in lieu of a qualified gunsmith. The new carrier will get a notch BigAl, I was not aware wwg had more than the trigger and bear proof ejector, and lever, for the action. A careful observation of the Marlin 39 rimfire reveals no apparent mystery in its design or overall operation. Oh well, thats progress. The trigger pull was more than adequate, with a bit of take up, breaking just under five pounds with minimal overtravel. The Marlin 1895 is plenty capable for those big game hunts. $177.50. This left a large piece of the receiver metal at the rear intact, strengthening the receiver, as well as adding a bit of streamlining to it. When you cycle the action on that rifle do it very matter of factly, with no hesitating or trying to be easy or quiet. Parts are available to the public for self installation, but they can also be installed by our . Both new production 1895 and 1894 I have work as well as the fire losses they replaced. It may not display this or other websites correctly. May 30, 2009. It's not the tube stopping the round for loading. 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