Side Gate Loading Lever Rifle which one?

[Bugs]

I've thought about a Uberti but can't find anywhere local where I can put my hands on one. Also never seem to see one at any local gun shows.

Try this
https://www.cimarron-firearms.com/cimarron-dealers

http://www.taylorsfirearms.com/

Thanks for the links but I tried this before. When you call the dealers listed on the dealer locator near my location this is what you get...
"Yes we are a Uberti Dealer. We don't keep any in stock but we can order one for you."
Yeah, I can order one too for 200-300 dollars cheaper. The whole point from buying from a brick & mortar store is to be able to handle and see what I am purchasing. Then they wonder why I don't want to do business with them.

[BigAl52]

Bugs
Finding a store that carrys a Uberti in stock might be tough. The only place I know of that might have one would be a Cabelas or of course a trip to one of the bigger gun shops like Buds and Im pretty sure that you wouldnt want to do that. I have another thought that might help you. Im sure there is some cowboy action shooting somewhere in your area. One might attend one of those shoots and see if someone there might be available for seeing one they are using. Just a thought. Al

[North Country Gal]

Good advice from Al52. I've talked to my local dealer on carrying Uberti, but he says it takes forever to get one in stock. Apparently the supply is pretty thin and he just doesn't get enough requests to justify carrying Uberti. A Cowboy shoot is definitely your best bet to see one.

[Bugs]

We have Cowboy Shoots once a month at the gun club I belong to. I guess I'll have to check it out.

[Mistered]

Somebody stop me please!
But I am possibly moving on the JM Marlin .357 I posted a picture of.
I have PMd the owner and want to get a year of Mfg. on it.
Gritting my teeth and puckering the 'you know what' but it looks like a nice JM .357.
Pep talk appreciated!

[Mags]

Nope. Don't over think it. Just move on it. You'll be fine. Just think how much fun you'll have with it.

[GFK]

Might not be a bad call. Even though I have been considering new, I still have not ruled out a used one yet. If I find one at a price I like, it may have a new home.

[Mistered]

Yep -it will probably come down to price - I might start with a 'you keep all the accessories and I'll give ya X amount' - but the case is nice. The scope and mount mean nothing however.

[Mistered]

Serial number of the Marlin puts it at 1992 year of mfg - so it’s a solid JM.

[clovishound]

Ah, just forget the side gate and get a Henry.

Somebody had to say it.

[Mistered]

Ah, just forget the side gate and get a Henry.

Already have one.

[MSUDAWG]

I have recently bought two marlin lever guns “remlins”, and they are both good shooters. The lever is not as smooth as my Henry’s, but they function and are very accurate. I have gotten 1.5 inch groups at a lasered 100 yds with both. One is a 1894 45 colt, and the other is a 336 SS. I will likely buy a 1894css if they ever make them again.

[Mags]

I love your 336 in SS. The wood contrasts with it very nicely.

[GFK]

Ah, just forget the side gate and get a Henry.

Somebody had to say it.

Yes. I understand and thought about it. It would probably make loading easier for my wife and the finish. But, I like the ideal of not taking the rifle out of service to load. Like I mentioned previously, one role I would like for the rifle to function in is self defense. No, I suspect I will not be in a shoot out. But, I like to have the option of the rifle being in service while loading.

[GFK]

I love your 336 in SS. The wood contrasts with it very nicely.

Yes, nice contrast.

[North Country Gal]

Have a couple of shooting pals, locally, who have bought Remlins and they also report great accuracy. Just a matter of finding a good one and not getting burned with a lemon.

My 1997 Marlin 357 with Ballard rifling is actually the most accurate 357 anything I've ever shot. Actually outshoots my 357 Contender carbine with a custom barrel.

[Mistered]

My 1997 Marlin 357 with Ballard rifling is actually the most accurate 357 anything I've ever shot.

Gee thanks for mentioning this! Just one more reason to draw the 'short straw' with my decision on the aforementioned Marlin I am considering!

[clovishound]

Ah, just forget the side gate and get a Henry.

Somebody had to say it.

Yes. I understand and thought about it. It would probably make loading easier for my wife and the finish. But, I like the ideal of not taking the rifle out of service to load. Like I mentioned previously, one role I would like for the rifle to function in is self defense. No, I suspect I will not be in a shoot out. But, I like to have the option of the rifle being in service while loading.

First, I was just messing with you. I love Henrys, but I don't drink orange Koolaide. As to self defense use of a lever rifle. My take is that if I need more than 10 rounds for self defense, I am in trouble that I probably won't make it out of anyway. Now, if gang home invasions become more common where I live, I might change my tune. Right now, I'm content with the 7 loaded up in my 1911 for defense of my family and self. Of course, every one has a different comfort level.

[Mistered]

My take is that if I need more than 10 rounds for self defense, I am in trouble that I probably won't make it out of anyway.

Pretty much - considering the average number of shots fired in self defense is less than two after reading some statistics a while back. While a lever action would be an EFFECTIVE self defense weapon I wouldn't consider it as PRIMARY but that could depend on one's circumstances. If in the outdoors and I found myself in need of a defensive firearm for either two, (or multiple legged creatures) then I think a lever (in well practiced hands) would be a good choice. If I were aggressed in any manner while in the woods and had one of my levers with me, and I had the opportunity to deploy it, I would consider myself on pretty good grounds knowing my ability with my levers. Given what I have experienced watching some people shooting with their 'assault weapons' I would feel pretty good with a lever at a 100 yards and with cover and concealment.
In a recent, first and only (and hopefully never again) 'situation' where I had to draw a gun defensively it was my CZ 75 9mm. While I could have possibly utilized a lever the situation was such that it would have taken more time and possibly could have been inhibited by the indoor nature of my encounter..
The bottom line is one is probably well served with the approximate nine rounds say in a Henry for self defense purposes and quick reloading would most likely not be necessary.
The side gate/tube load issue has become one of the most debated on gun forums - especially with the rise in popularity of Henry rifles. Chances are however most of the debate is carried out by those who most likely don't even own a lever gun - or any guns at all for that matter - but thats a different conversation.

[Mags]

I like the traditional look of the side gate, but the overall good looks of the Henry is why I bought a Henry.