My hubby is the chief engineer at Ruger developing the engineering for manufacturing of Ruger Marlin guns. He has done a fantastic job. This is a beautiful rifle.
Hey Brian, it's Jake with Tacticon Armament. Met you out at the PSA booth at Shot Show (I was the guy talking about the 45-70 Marlin that had the same furniture as the AK, and similar to the above rifle you're holding). I've been cruising through your videos and I've got to say I'm impressed brother! Keep up the great work!
I am not surprised Ruger has been putting out amazing products in the last 20 yrs. I am so glad that Ruger bought Marlin hopefully it will measure up to the original Marlins.
I have a new Ruger made SBL in .44 magnum, and I'm taking delivery of a new 45-70 Trapper this week. The first "Remlins" did have some problems. However, the later "Remlins" were CNC machined, and are quite a bit better. The stocks fit better as well.
This is the best thing that could've happened to marlin. They have always been my favorite lever guns and I am pumped that the future looks bright for them. That rifle is beautiful
I cannot explain how happy and relieved I am to here this about Marlin. There for a while I was worried that marlin might not make it through the hard times. My first rifle was a marlin and now that they are back to were they should be I can’t wait to get another... as soon as I save the money
@@littlejackalo5326 Ok MARLIN name.Companies have different ways of making their product and as u can see RUGER Built this FINE Product.So yea I'll call it a FINE BUILT RUGER!
Haven't seen your channel before, but wanted to compliment you. This is one of the best side-by-side reviews I've seen. Hit all the major points. Excited about what Ruger can do with the Marlin line. Subscribed.
I think all of us Marlin fans are excited to see how this venture works out, and most have a couple old favorite models that we hope will be resurrected. Me? I want but know I’ll never see are the 1894 in 41mag and a new Texan. Both in stainless would be amazing!
Awesome job Ruger! The threaded muzzle is really great for us in the UK because moderators are more or less the norm and do not require any extra paperwork or costs as long as you mention it when you apply for the calibre on your firearms certificate.
New sub here. I owned an original Marlin for 50 years, here in AR. I bought it in like new condition, adding my 1903 Springfield to lower my cash requirement! I used it on uncountable numbers of our smallish deer as well as feral hogs! The micro-groove barrel really liked the Winchester 315 grain loading, and the beauty of that selection was what it did to game. They always died properly, never running more than 50 yds., +/-, their internals in ruins! Now retired from pursuits afield, I'll pass the rifle and scope to my Colorado nephew, perhaps it'll add several elk to its' imaginary notches!? Thanks for your channel, Teddy Roosevelt had it right about 45-70s, they rule!
As a long time fan of Marlin, I'm glad to see the job Ruger did with this rifle. I hope to have one of my own in the future. Can't wait to see the 1894s and 336s as well. Nice video. I had not heard of this channel before, but I'm leaving a subscriber. Bonus points for the shirt!
I have a Marlin 1885 GS and used it to walk the beaches in Alaska. Using Remington 405 grain almost exclusively, but never having to shoot in self defense. The cartridge is loud going off, but the recoil is really mild, it's rolling thunder. If you see bear up north (Alaska Brown's) you will know it's the best defense to have. So I applauded the copy of the Marlin, I know it is a gun you can shoot all day, comfortably
Magnificent video! The SBL and the GBL 45-70 are both fantastic rifles, and the caliber is a classic! Thanks for your great work and the quality of your videos.
I got a late production Remlin (when they where trying to improve quality control but it was too late) that doesn’t have the finish problems you pointed out. However, one thing that let me down is the finish on metal parts that you can only see when you disassemble the gun. The tool marks on the lever mechanism are huge!
I also have a later built 1894c from remlin... its not bad, but its not my 70s JM 1894 fit and finish, but I don't want to have to ship that rifle to suppress it. Fingers crossed for a dark or even just standard 1894C threaded from the factory!!!!
@@k.robatasio9471 The 1894 Was my first ever firearm. I would love a stainless 1894 in 44 mag with 20 inch barrel and brown laminated wood stock. The new tritium/fiber front sight looks amazing.
@@lukaszimmermann2215 A stainless one would be awesome!! Threaded running a Liberty Cosmic and a .44spl would be fun!!! I want a threaded 1894c bad though!! The suppressed .38spl are QUIET
I'm so glad Ruger is putting the quality control into the Marlin. From the time Freedom group took over money was the only thing that mattered and it showed! I have a JM marked made in 1959.
Was just watching Ottawa 2022 C19 trucker protest videos, now I’m being recommended gun reviews? Why do I feel like I’m all of a sudden on a watch-list, and this is *_clearly_* entrapment? Hi Mom! I’m on TV!! WOOOOO!!! (That last bit was my Rick Flair impersonation, for those of you who are old enough to know who that is)
That spiral fluted bolt has to be my favorite part of this new version. Action smoothness is what everyone wants on their lever gun and it looks incredible
Having been a remington employee for the last several years while marlin was there(tho I worked on a remington firearms line not in marlin), and seeing what got sent out and the way things were run, this ruger version looks so much better. I love the fluted bolt just a nice added touch. I'm excited to handle one and see how it compares firsthand
My first rifle was a Marlin 1895 I bought about 5 years ago. And it's run trouble free... But it's CRUNCHY. I was really surprised that they'd sell something like that new. But then I guess that's why I got it on sale for less than $200.
They've brought the Marlin name back to what it was when it was truly Marlin. I had a Marlin 30AW in the 80's and early 90's and it was awesome. It was so smooth and a tack driver. I hated having to sell it when I got orders to England in 1996. Didn't have someone I could trust to keep it for me at the time. I have a Remington built Marlin 336 now and while it's fun, it's not as good as my AW. I look forward to getting my hands on a Ruger made 1895, I've always wanted a 45-70. It's a Thumper!
I've owned a lot of different firearms, from savage to Fierce and most in between. Of all the makes of rifles I've owned, one brand that consistently punches above their weight in value for price is Ruger. They make some of the best firearms I've owned, at any price. I used to have a remlin SBL but I sold it once i heard that Ruger bought marlin because I was very underwhelmed with the Remington made rifle and I was just sure the Ruger would be a gem. Looks like I made the right call...
Had a JM Marlin 1894 in .357 that was just gorgeous. Sold it for an insane profit, then bought a Remlin 1894 in 2017 and could not believe just how bad it was. Spent money and time trying to get it reliable, but gave up and sold it. Replaced it with a Henry Black. Much better. Hard to believe that some folks still think that the Remlins are just as good as the JM Marlins. So thankful that the reviewer is intelligent enough to recognize the clear differences in quality between this new Ruglin and the aforementioned abominable Remlins. Looking forward to Ruger releasing the "new" 1894 and hopefully some tactical versions for those of us who use lever guns the way they were intended; on the trail and in the woods.
@@buildhuntxplore My remlin sbl had no problems and would group 1 1/2" at a hundred yards with 325 grain leverevolution ammo. I sold it a couple weeks ago when a friend offered 2400 cash, down the road it when. Hope these are as accurate so I can buy another one 😀
Great side-by-side review! I'm happy to hear that Ruger is doing with Marlin what most people believed they would. I put off purchasing a new .357 lever action when I learned that Ruger had purchased Marlin. But nobody should have to pay gunbroker prices. I'm really hoping to see the new 1894s come out this year. But if it turns out that the only place to find them is gunbroker I'll be purchasing a Henry from my LGS.
My son placed an order for the Marlin/Ruger 1895 SBL in 45-70 three weeks ago with no ETA and i placed an order for the Henry Big Boy X in 357 just last week.
@@zerrodefex So how long did you wait? just want to have an idea because back in December 15 of 2020 I ordered the Taurus 942 revolver and in January of 2022 after 13 months I got tired of waiting and cancelled that order.
I'm sold. Have many Rugers, and several lever actions, just not a Ruger made lever action. I'm tired of staying broke from non-stop gun purchases, but I need this one. Like the others before it, I'll just stay broke for another month or two, and then "no more" after this one, at least for a "while".
Used Marlin 1895 SBL 45-70’s are going for $2500+, so will be interesting to see prices when Rugers find their way to market in ample supply, if that ever happens. I’m thankful I picked up a Marlin several years ago before Remington went through bankruptcy. I paid $850.
Retailers are scalping the hell out of them for $2000+ when the msrp is only $1400. It'll be at least a year before the average person finds one of these for a decent price.
@@tortol4847 I’m thinking all gun manufacturers right now are producing limited quantities to keep prices inflated. They want demand to outstrip supply. They can make same or more profit than when in full production and less wear and tear on their production machinery. Economics 101.
I've got an older 1895 sbl Marlin in 45/70. There is no yellowing on the stocks. Fit and finish are superb. The action is like butter and the trigger is crisp. The only complaint I have is, as you said, the loading gate. It 50yds it will make 1 ragged hole.
Even after the 3rd time watching this video, I still can’t believe the attention to detail that so far*, seems to be put into this rifle. If Brian’s example of a Ruger made Marlin 1895 is this good... what is the rest of their production going to look like! I’m willing to bet these will be extremely smooth shooters. Awesome video, awesome insight! Thank you SO much again! ~ Love & Best wishes from Canada
I got a remlin 336 for my first deer gun when I was 15 for Christmas, these new ones are like 1100 and its great they’re nice now but I don’t think I could have gotten into the lever action platform without marlin/Remington cutting corners which means I’d probably would’ve gotten like a savage or some other entry level bolt gun. I’m glad I got this gun because it made me appreciate the platform and because it’s not over a grand I have no qualms taking my 336 into the woods too scared to scratch her. But yea I’m definitely getting one of these new ones one day lol
Hey Brian, miss seeing you and your dad doing the land clearing for you home sites. Good to see out here on another RUclips Video, especially about Guns.
Nice job on the review - just the kinds of things us Marlin fans want to see. Ruger smartly took their time before sending these to retailers. Of course, let's see how she shoots.
Thank you! I'm really glad you enjoyed it! I'm SO excited to see how it shoots. I hate that I have to wait 2 weeks, haha. But I've gotta work to pay for the gun and ammo. I have a a decent amount of different kinds of ammo, but I know I need more to show a good review...that's not going to be cheap, lol.
@@buildhuntxplore I'll be paying attention for sure. I've been covering this story on my channel for about a year now. Have not seen the rifles on shelves here - yet. Holding out for the 336 re-deux
WOW! That's awesome to see. I didn't realise the whole deal about who was actually making the Marlins. I looked at the marlin a few years back, saw how roughly it was put together and bought a Henry instead. Good to know that they are now worth a look.
Thanks a lot for the detailed side by side review. I am really excited to see where Ruger takes the brand and it looks like they are off to a great start.
Great detailed review! I appreciate you bringing this to us so quickly. Like many others, I just knew Ruger was going to hit a home run. It sure looks like one. I'm looking forward to seeing your shooting review.
Thank you and you’re welcome! Yeah, knocked it out of the park with this one. I’m so excited to get to shooting it. Going to be a ton of fun for sure 😁
This nothing but great to hear. I love my 1954 JM 336SC and because of my love for it I have been itching for a stainless 1895 guide gun since the early 2000s. I have just heard nothing but horror stories with Remington going down hill. Praise God Ruger is doing something great with Marlin and hopefully deserving of their name.
What do you know, the algorithm worked, it sent me this due to my love for both levers and Rugers. Nice report and thank you. New sub! I'll be looking at your Henry vids soon.
Got the Marlin Dark Series in .45-70. Love it! No issues with my load gate at all. With my SilencerCo Hybrid silencer and subsonic ammo, it sounds like a pellet gun!
The true potential in the 45-70 is premium ammo like Buffalo bore or hand loading. There is specific load data for 1895’s and it’s almost a different cartridge by comparison to most factory loads.
Considering how ancient the .45-70 is that’s not hard to believe! I’ve always wanted a .45-70… and now that Ruger owns them I might actually get one now!
I was able to get my hands on one and I love it!!! This is the rifle I've always dreamed of and now I own one. They're working on the blued barrel, wooden stock with the 30-30 in sights as the next one to come out. The Ruger guys are really doing an amazing job!
I really appreciate you making this video on the Ruger Marlin SBL. I also appreciate that you went over my number one concern and that was fit and finish. To be honest I could live without the threaded muzzle cap (but that's just me) but I really like the slimmer forend. Thanks for sharing and I can't wait to find out how it shoots and also how the quality control on the blued/walnut lever actions turn out also. Thanks for sharing!
Got my grand father 1952 Marlin 336 in 30-30 and she is sweet to shoot. was looking forward for the new Ruger made Marlin. Happy to see quality back in it. Now which caliber will I go. i would love to try the 44-40 marlin but that is an expensive and rare bullet in my part.
I knew that the Ruger product would be far superior to the old Remington one, I've owned five ruger built rifles and six rugerbilt pistols and I've never been disappointed with any of them
Great video! It's about time someone did the Marlin true Classic justice and put attention to detail back into what the rifle once was. Looking forward to range testing videos and other content about these new rifles.
@@buildhuntxplore Yes absolutely can't wait. I like stretching the legs on my 338 Marlin Express, shooting the very accurate flex tip bullets in my handloads. My rifle just has the ghost ring peep sight I installed, but maybe one day I'll mount a scope to see what I can truly get out of it for accuracy and range. It's a hoot taking long shots at rocks, at ranges lever guns aren't traditionally thought capable of. Believe it or not the 45-70 long held, a long range record established many decades ago. Im not certain if that record still stands today or not. You should be able to find the video on RUclips, that's where I came across it.
A very fine review!! I really like to stretch the shooting distances on all my rifles, iron sights and scopes to find out what the gun/barrel will really do. Plus, it tweaks my own shooting styles and weaknesses. I have been praying would make such a quality gun in 45-70. I don't know which old timer said it, "but if you can stand being embarassed, take your loads to paper'. Peace to all.
Shoving aside my new case of Ruger SBL envy, I had the same issues with my Rem SBL, and handled them the exact same way. Mine also had the additional problem of a front sight that was slightly rotated counter clockwise. It was a gift, so I never sent it back, but I was very disappointed in the workmanship.
great vid bud. i gotta say , i have the remington version and i think i got a darn good one. first off, mine is smooth and crisp in the action. fit and finish is perfect and other than the pre threaded(which is cool) i don’t see much of a difference in mine to your ruger version. not to mention how many people have offered to buy mine off of me. you shouldn’t have any problem getting rid of it if that’s what you’re planning on doing. good luck and can’t wait to see the next vid on that ruger. congrats.
Congrats on a beautiful rifle. I'm definitely going to get one in the next couple years. Love my Henry, but I steered away from the SBL due to Remington and it was always the rifle I wanted. So grateful Ruger bought Marlin.
Loved your initial review. Really looking forward to what you have to say after you've had it on the range. Range (and hunting) performance is the end game after all. Looking forward to seeing what kind of groups it can shoot and how it likes different ammunition.
Great video, I have a Remlin version of this rifle. I was fortunate enough to get one of the better quality ones however I couldn't agree more that the loop took skin everytime you ran the action. I wrapped it in leather and haven't looked back. It eats 325 Hornady ammo like it's going out of style and consistently holding clover groups at 75 yards. Can't wait to pick up a Ruger to compare them for myself. Great video!!
Wow. This thing is an absolute beauty! I’m obsessed with getting my hands one one of these. I’ve been bugging the guys at my LGS asking when they are expecting these. Any idea when we can start seeing them in our LGS?
I love that I can feel and hear the excitement In your voice! I’m going to buy a marlin 45-70 here soon hopefully….wish I would have bought it a couple years back! I’m hoping they offer this model in all black!
Absolutely AWESOME !!! I hope they bring back the 1894...in stainless with threaded barrels and in 357,44 and 45 lc...454 would be nice competition for my Puma 16" ss trapper.
They'd sell a shit ton more of the svelte 357/44mag 94's than these 4570 tank busters that fire $2.50 a round cigars.. Once the novelty wears off the majority of these 4570's spend the remainder of their lives doing safe queen duty..
If your that worried about the parts on the Remlin, I would sale it. I have the 357 with threaded barrel and thinking of saving it. First center fire I ever bought was a 336CS in the 90s. Probably the most accurate center fire I ever got out of the box. It's a 30-30. I never understood why people would say Lever guns aren't that accurate because my 30 30 is such a tack driver.
I had been looking for the 1895 trapper for over a year. It was very difficult to find but I found it. I dressed it with Magpul furniture and a vortex scope. It’s a beast! I love it!
You just earned another subscriber. My dad's old lever action Marlin 30-30 was the first big boy's rifle (non-.22) that I ever shot, and I loved that gun. I took my first few deer with it before I "upgraded" to a .270. I love the fact that another company is carrying the torch for that model's aesthetic, and is actually doing a good job of it for a change. I may have to pick up one of these. The curved pistol grip and slightly looped lever is perfect, and the fact that it's all stainless and laminate (and thereby weatherproof, as long as you take care of it) is just amazing. And the fact that it's a 45-70 instead of a 30-30 is honestly even better. That's become one of my favorite rounds. I don't mind the recoil, and they will definitely reach out and touch something as long as you understand the ballistics and ask nicely. This looks like a great gun
Great review , especially liked the comparison between the new Ruger and the older Remington versions. Anxiously anticipating the results of your grouping with various brands of ammo.
I have a JM Marlin 1895 45-70 and it is gorgeous. So glad Ruger bought this company. Very smart decision and if they keep the quality it will be a home run. Ruger has always been smart and well run. You will never see them sell to CZ because they can not make money. or sell to a Private Equity company and then put out kit guns........
I have a Marlin 1951 336 35 rem and the quality is outstanding as expected . I just got the Ruger 1895 SBL and the quality matches the quality of the early Marlins without question
Thanks for the information. I've been waiting for Ruger to start the production of the 'Marlin' lever rifle for awhile now but really wasn't sure if the wait would be worth it. I was considering Henry but I think you just made up my mind, thank you.
Very well done comparison. It's great to see the Marlin name and line finally find a home again with a company that cares about what it's shipping. I have one of the earliest 1895 Guide Guns. It's a very fine shooter. These Ruger Marlins should be at least as good.
Threaded barrel and fiber optic sight are definitely a big plus as it was one of the reasons I got my Henry Model X, now I have more reasons to get a Marlin as well.
Amazing video. Really appreciate all the detail you went into about the differences of the two rifles. Now I’m just waiting and hoping that there will be a .357 version soon haha. It would be such a beauty!
My understanding is yes they'll be avail in 44 and 357 mag. Supposed to ship those soon but I'm still waiting. My source was March '22 issue of Shooting Times. Excellent review. Not sure how they gauge their date as it's only January but that's whats on the cover.
@@cobblerama You just made my day with this news! Really appreciate the info! Hope they ship soon and we’ll all be able to get our hands on one haha, thank you again.
You sir win the internet today! LOL I love this. I know they won't reimburse me, I don't expect them to. But, I knew you guys all value my opinion and unbiased content, so this was in investment we made to bring you what you wanted to see. Since these are so hard to find, it's just something we had to do. Thank you so much for following along!
Beautiful rifle and the excitement in your voice tells me Ruger/Marlin has a winner. I’m getting one IF I can find one. Not buying it on GB though. Sorry to see gun stores doing that instead of selling to store customers. Thumbs up 👍and a new sub. Can’t wait to see it in action!!
I was happy when I saw Ruger picked up Marlin because I knew they would build them right. I really want them to build the 1895 Cowboy with octagonal barrel again.
Very detailed review..Not my style of rifle for hunting, way too shiney for my taste but maybe Ruger put this kind of effort and detail in the rest of the Marlin line-up ...Thanks
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My hubby is the chief engineer at Ruger developing the engineering for manufacturing of Ruger Marlin guns. He has done a fantastic job. This is a beautiful rifle.
That's awesome! Yes he has! I'm truly amazed at how nice this is for the first lever gun they've put out. I cannot wait to see what's to come 😁
Tell him well done!
Beautiful rifle tell him keep the momentum! 🙏🏽
Can I get a discount :D
@philipbutler2488 😂😂😂 thats what I read too.
Hey Brian, it's Jake with Tacticon Armament. Met you out at the PSA booth at Shot Show (I was the guy talking about the 45-70 Marlin that had the same furniture as the AK, and similar to the above rifle you're holding). I've been cruising through your videos and I've got to say I'm impressed brother! Keep up the great work!
I am not surprised Ruger has been putting out amazing products in the last 20 yrs. I am so glad that Ruger bought Marlin hopefully it will measure up to the original Marlins.
Just picked up a brand new one at my local farm and home center.
They just put it on the shelf and I snatched it up for 1,000 bucks.
What a deal!
I hope they release the dark series, I am however buying this purely to support Ruger. This is miles ahead of my brother in law's Remington SBL.
Awesome! I’m excited to see what all they bring back. Definitely going to be an exciting couple of years as everything rolls out.
I love this rifle,this will no doubt be the reason I end up with a set of 45/70dies.I love my rugers
@@buildhuntxplore just in my opinion not as nice as a Henry but that action sounds smooth tho
🙏🏽 Dark series!!
Yeah miles more expensive
Almost double the msrp
I’m so glad Ruger acquired Marlin. My son is gonna get try and pick one up for himself.
I have an older Marlin 336 and I love what Ruger has done with these Marlin rifles, I’ve always loved Ruger!
I have a new Ruger made SBL in .44 magnum, and I'm taking delivery of a new 45-70 Trapper this week. The first "Remlins" did have some problems. However, the later "Remlins" were CNC machined, and are quite a bit better. The stocks fit better as well.
This is the best thing that could've happened to marlin. They have always been my favorite lever guns and I am pumped that the future looks bright for them. That rifle is beautiful
I cannot explain how happy and relieved I am to here this about Marlin. There for a while I was worried that marlin might not make it through the hard times. My first rifle was a marlin and now that they are back to were they should be I can’t wait to get another... as soon as I save the money
Not MARLIN anymore.Ruger owns um
@@thadfoote8653 still marlin. Doesn't matter who owns them, it's still marlin. Remington owned them, so does that mean it wasn't marlin? Derrrrrp
@@littlejackalo5326 Ok MARLIN name.Companies have different ways of making their product and as u can see RUGER Built this FINE Product.So yea I'll call it a FINE BUILT RUGER!
Been waiting a long time for these to start coming out under Ruger. They've really been knocking it out of the park lately with their stuff.
They really did an amazing job! I'm so excited to see Marlin be quality again!
You don't know how happy I am to hear that Ruger has talented employees that care about true old school quality and craftsmanship
Haven't seen your channel before, but wanted to compliment you. This is one of the best side-by-side reviews I've seen. Hit all the major points. Excited about what Ruger can do with the Marlin line. Subscribed.
I think all of us Marlin fans are excited to see how this venture works out, and most have a couple old favorite models that we hope will be resurrected. Me? I want but know I’ll never see are the 1894 in 41mag and a new Texan. Both in stainless would be amazing!
Awesome job Ruger! The threaded muzzle is really great for us in the UK because moderators are more or less the norm and do not require any extra paperwork or costs as long as you mention it when you apply for the calibre on your firearms certificate.
Can't wait to see the blued steel and walnut 336's come back! Make the 35 rem. Great again!
New sub here. I owned an original Marlin for 50 years, here in AR. I bought it in like new condition, adding my 1903 Springfield to lower my cash requirement! I used it on uncountable numbers of our smallish deer as well as feral hogs! The micro-groove barrel really liked the Winchester 315 grain loading, and the beauty of that selection was what it did to game. They always died properly, never running more than 50 yds., +/-, their internals in ruins!
Now retired from pursuits afield, I'll pass the rifle and scope to my Colorado nephew, perhaps it'll add several elk to its' imaginary notches!?
Thanks for your channel, Teddy Roosevelt had it right about 45-70s, they rule!
As a long time fan of Marlin, I'm glad to see the job Ruger did with this rifle. I hope to have one of my own in the future. Can't wait to see the 1894s and 336s as well. Nice video. I had not heard of this channel before, but I'm leaving a subscriber. Bonus points for the shirt!
I have a Marlin 1885 GS and used it to walk the beaches in Alaska. Using Remington 405 grain almost exclusively, but never having to shoot in self defense. The cartridge is loud going off, but the recoil is really mild, it's rolling thunder. If you see bear up north (Alaska Brown's) you will know it's the best defense to have. So I applauded the copy of the Marlin, I know it is a gun you can shoot all day, comfortably
Excellent, glad to see Ruger knocking it out of the park. Looking forward to the wood stocked, stainless, threaded .357 magnum!
I'm so happy about these being back, and in this quality. So glad I didn't get the old one.
Magnificent video! The SBL and the GBL 45-70 are both fantastic rifles, and the caliber is a classic! Thanks for your great work and the quality of your videos.
Ruger has never let me down and have always stood by there products.
I think Ruger is one of the best firearm manufacturers in the US today. Glad they brought the Marlin name back to what it should have been.
I got a late production Remlin (when they where trying to improve quality control but it was too late) that doesn’t have the finish problems you pointed out. However, one thing that let me down is the finish on metal parts that you can only see when you disassemble the gun. The tool marks on the lever mechanism are huge!
I have a 1894c from 2019.
The quality is ok, toolmarks and a few sharp edges but far from horrible.
Function 100%
My friend bought a remlin 45-70 in early 2020 and after about 25 shots the entire loading/extraction mechanism completely failed.
I also have a later built 1894c from remlin... its not bad, but its not my 70s JM 1894 fit and finish, but I don't want to have to ship that rifle to suppress it.
Fingers crossed for a dark or even just standard 1894C threaded from the factory!!!!
@@k.robatasio9471 The 1894 Was my first ever firearm. I would love a stainless 1894 in 44 mag with 20 inch barrel and brown laminated wood stock.
The new tritium/fiber front sight looks amazing.
@@lukaszimmermann2215 A stainless one would be awesome!! Threaded running a Liberty Cosmic and a .44spl would be fun!!!
I want a threaded 1894c bad though!! The suppressed .38spl are QUIET
I'm so glad Ruger is putting the quality control into the Marlin. From the time Freedom group took over money was the only thing that mattered and it showed! I have a JM marked made in 1959.
Dang! I need this! I let my 45/70 go when I retired. Way to go Ruger.
I'm glad to see Marlin returning to be a quality firearm.
Was just watching Ottawa 2022 C19 trucker protest videos, now I’m being recommended gun reviews? Why do I feel like I’m all of a sudden on a watch-list, and this is *_clearly_* entrapment? Hi Mom! I’m on TV!! WOOOOO!!! (That last bit was my Rick Flair impersonation, for those of you who are old enough to know who that is)
That spiral fluted bolt has to be my favorite part of this new version. Action smoothness is what everyone wants on their lever gun and it looks incredible
It’s definitely one of my favorites too
Great video man! That thing is beautiful. I would love to see Ruger redo the Dark Series
Thank you! I’m anxious to see what all they bring back. I definitely want the Dark Series and the Cowboy lineup.
Having been a remington employee for the last several years while marlin was there(tho I worked on a remington firearms line not in marlin), and seeing what got sent out and the way things were run, this ruger version looks so much better. I love the fluted bolt just a nice added touch. I'm excited to handle one and see how it compares firsthand
I have a Nylon 66 in great condition🙂
My first rifle was a Marlin 1895 I bought about 5 years ago. And it's run trouble free... But it's CRUNCHY. I was really surprised that they'd sell something like that new. But then I guess that's why I got it on sale for less than $200.
@@DerrangedGadgeteer yeah unfortunately they didn't care much about quality it was just get as much out the door as they could
Thanks for the video...you help me alot for 2023...👍
They've brought the Marlin name back to what it was when it was truly Marlin. I had a Marlin 30AW in the 80's and early 90's and it was awesome. It was so smooth and a tack driver. I hated having to sell it when I got orders to England in 1996. Didn't have someone I could trust to keep it for me at the time. I have a Remington built Marlin 336 now and while it's fun, it's not as good as my AW. I look forward to getting my hands on a Ruger made 1895, I've always wanted a 45-70. It's a Thumper!
I very much appreciated the comparison of the Remington v. Ruger production. Thanks!
I had very little doubt Ruger would bring Marlin rifles back to glory. That rifle looks great can’t wait for the return of the 336.
3:18 "cold hammer forged" 😍
THIS is what got me excited when I heard Ruger was buying Marlin
I've owned a lot of different firearms, from savage to Fierce and most in between. Of all the makes of rifles I've owned, one brand that consistently punches above their weight in value for price is Ruger. They make some of the best firearms I've owned, at any price. I used to have a remlin SBL but I sold it once i heard that Ruger bought marlin because I was very underwhelmed with the Remington made rifle and I was just sure the Ruger would be a gem. Looks like I made the right call...
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Had a JM Marlin 1894 in .357 that was just gorgeous. Sold it for an insane profit, then bought a Remlin 1894 in 2017 and could not believe just how bad it was. Spent money and time trying to get it reliable, but gave up and sold it. Replaced it with a Henry Black. Much better.
Hard to believe that some folks still think that the Remlins are just as good as the JM Marlins.
So thankful that the reviewer is intelligent enough to recognize the clear differences in quality between this new Ruglin and the aforementioned abominable Remlins. Looking forward to Ruger releasing the "new" 1894 and hopefully some tactical versions for those of us who use lever guns the way they were intended; on the trail and in the woods.
Man. I have always wanted one if these, now that Ruger makes them, I'm even more excited.
It's sooooo much better than the Remlins. Definitely worth getting one of these.
@@buildhuntxplore My remlin sbl had no problems and would group 1 1/2" at a hundred yards with 325 grain leverevolution ammo. I sold it a couple weeks ago when a friend offered 2400 cash, down the road it when. Hope these are as accurate so I can buy another one 😀
I tacked mine completely out Marlin same model older year big holes blow cinderblocks and a half perfect for antiarmor
Great side-by-side review! I'm happy to hear that Ruger is doing with Marlin what most people believed they would. I put off purchasing a new .357 lever action when I learned that Ruger had purchased Marlin. But nobody should have to pay gunbroker prices. I'm really hoping to see the new 1894s come out this year. But if it turns out that the only place to find them is gunbroker I'll be purchasing a Henry from my LGS.
My son placed an order for the Marlin/Ruger 1895 SBL in 45-70 three weeks ago with no ETA and i placed an order for the Henry Big Boy X in 357 just last week.
I love my Henry Big Boy X but had the misfortune of ordering it in 2020, didn't get it until December 2021.
@@zerrodefex So how long did you wait? just want to have an idea because back in December 15 of 2020 I ordered the Taurus 942 revolver and in January of 2022 after 13 months I got tired of waiting and cancelled that order.
This is good news! I’d like to see how it does at the range, maybe put up alongside the Henry side gate 45-70. 😀
I've had excellent results with the LeverRevolution ammo in my older Marlin.
I'm sold. Have many Rugers, and several lever actions, just not a Ruger made lever action. I'm tired of staying broke from non-stop gun purchases, but I need this one. Like the others before it, I'll just stay broke for another month or two, and then "no more" after this one, at least for a "while".
I have a few JM Marlins in my collection, all are excellent quality. Glad to hear Ruger is going to carry on the tradition.
I am so happy to see Ruger pick up Marlin.
Used Marlin 1895 SBL 45-70’s are going for $2500+, so will be interesting to see prices when Rugers find their way to market in ample supply, if that ever happens. I’m thankful I picked up a Marlin several years ago before Remington went through bankruptcy. I paid $850.
Retailers are scalping the hell out of them for $2000+ when the msrp is only $1400. It'll be at least a year before the average person finds one of these for a decent price.
@@tortol4847 I’m thinking all gun manufacturers right now are producing limited quantities to keep prices inflated. They want demand to outstrip supply. They can make same or more profit than when in full production and less wear and tear on their production machinery. Economics 101.
I've got an older 1895 sbl Marlin in 45/70. There is no yellowing on the stocks. Fit and finish are superb. The action is like butter and the trigger is crisp. The only complaint I have is, as you said, the loading gate. It 50yds it will make 1 ragged hole.
Even after the 3rd time watching this video, I still can’t believe the attention to detail that so far*, seems to be put into this rifle. If Brian’s example of a Ruger made Marlin 1895 is this good... what is the rest of their production going to look like! I’m willing to bet these will be extremely smooth shooters.
Awesome video, awesome insight! Thank you SO much again!
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Thank you so much!!! I really appreciate your support!!
I got a remlin 336 for my first deer gun when I was 15 for Christmas, these new ones are like 1100 and its great they’re nice now but I don’t think I could have gotten into the lever action platform without marlin/Remington cutting corners which means I’d probably would’ve gotten like a savage or some other entry level bolt gun. I’m glad I got this gun because it made me appreciate the platform and because it’s not over a grand I have no qualms taking my 336 into the woods too scared to scratch her. But yea I’m definitely getting one of these new ones one day lol
I choose to believe they left the trigger flop there for nostalgia. Great review, now I gotta go aquire one!
Lol that must be why. Thank you! Yes you definitely need one!
Hey Brian, miss seeing you and your dad doing the land clearing for you home sites. Good to see out here on another RUclips Video, especially about Guns.
Terry here (dad). We should start building this spring!!!
Nice job on the review - just the kinds of things us Marlin fans want to see. Ruger smartly took their time before sending these to retailers.
Of course, let's see how she shoots.
Thank you! I'm really glad you enjoyed it! I'm SO excited to see how it shoots. I hate that I have to wait 2 weeks, haha. But I've gotta work to pay for the gun and ammo. I have a a decent amount of different kinds of ammo, but I know I need more to show a good review...that's not going to be cheap, lol.
@@buildhuntxplore I'll be paying attention for sure. I've been covering this story on my channel for about a year now. Have not seen the rifles on shelves here - yet. Holding out for the 336 re-deux
Thanks! Yeah I'm anxious for that too! Good luck getting one!
WOW! That's awesome to see. I didn't realise the whole deal about who was actually making the Marlins. I looked at the marlin a few years back, saw how roughly it was put together and bought a Henry instead. Good to know that they are now worth a look.
Yep, huge improvement to the quality of them.
Thanks a lot for the detailed side by side review. I am really excited to see where Ruger takes the brand and it looks like they are off to a great start.
Welcome & thanks for watching! I have a feeling there’s some great stuff in the works.
Ruger makes good kit. Truly glad they are bringing back quality as they bring back Marlin.
Great detailed review! I appreciate you bringing this to us so quickly. Like many others, I just knew Ruger was going to hit a home run. It sure looks like one. I'm looking forward to seeing your shooting review.
Thank you and you’re welcome! Yeah, knocked it out of the park with this one. I’m so excited to get to shooting it. Going to be a ton of fun for sure 😁
This nothing but great to hear. I love my 1954 JM 336SC and because of my love for it I have been itching for a stainless 1895 guide gun since the early 2000s. I have just heard nothing but horror stories with Remington going down hill. Praise God Ruger is doing something great with Marlin and hopefully deserving of their name.
What do you know, the algorithm worked, it sent me this due to my love for both levers and Rugers. Nice report and thank you. New sub! I'll be looking at your Henry vids soon.
LOL nice! Thanks so much for following along!
Got the Marlin Dark Series in .45-70. Love it! No issues with my load gate at all. With my SilencerCo Hybrid silencer and subsonic ammo, it sounds like a pellet gun!
The true potential in the 45-70 is premium ammo like Buffalo bore or hand loading. There is specific load data for 1895’s and it’s almost a different cartridge by comparison to most factory loads.
Considering how ancient the .45-70 is that’s not hard to believe!
I’ve always wanted a .45-70… and now that Ruger owns them I might actually get one now!
It’s a personal preference, but I won’t put anything through my 45/70 that I haven’t loaded myself. I agree with you.
I was able to get my hands on one and I love it!!! This is the rifle I've always dreamed of and now I own one. They're working on the blued barrel, wooden stock with the 30-30 in sights as the next one to come out. The Ruger guys are really doing an amazing job!
I really appreciate you making this video on the Ruger Marlin SBL. I also appreciate that you went over my number one concern and that was fit and finish. To be honest I could live without the threaded muzzle cap (but that's just me) but I really like the slimmer forend. Thanks for sharing and I can't wait to find out how it shoots and also how the quality control on the blued/walnut lever actions turn out also. Thanks for sharing!
You’re welcome and thanks for watching!
Got my grand father 1952 Marlin 336 in 30-30 and she is sweet to shoot. was looking forward for the new Ruger made Marlin. Happy to see quality back in it. Now which caliber will I go. i would love to try the 44-40 marlin but that is an expensive and rare bullet in my part.
I knew that the Ruger product would be far superior to the old Remington one, I've owned five ruger built rifles and six rugerbilt pistols and I've never been disappointed with any of them
I had a Remington made SBL and sold it for the exact issues it looks like Ruger fixed. Now the hunt is on for one..
Great video! It's about time someone did the Marlin true Classic justice and put attention to detail back into what the rifle once was. Looking forward to range testing videos and other content about these new rifles.
Thank you!! I'm so excited to see what it's capable of. Lots of content to come!
@@buildhuntxplore Yes absolutely can't wait. I like stretching the legs on my 338 Marlin Express, shooting the very accurate flex tip bullets in my handloads. My rifle just has the ghost ring peep sight I installed, but maybe one day I'll mount a scope to see what I can truly get out of it for accuracy and range. It's a hoot taking long shots at rocks, at ranges lever guns aren't traditionally thought capable of. Believe it or not the 45-70 long held, a long range record established many decades ago. Im not certain if that record still stands today or not. You should be able to find the video on RUclips, that's where I came across it.
Very cool, I'll check around for it!
@@buildhuntxplore Have you had other subscribers mention they were unsubscribed in the last few days?
I love my original 1895G, Glad to see Marlin back in good hands.
A very fine review!! I really like to stretch the shooting distances on all my rifles, iron sights and scopes to find out what the gun/barrel will really do. Plus, it tweaks my own shooting styles and weaknesses. I have been praying would make such a quality gun in 45-70. I don't know which old timer said it, "but if you can stand being embarassed, take your loads to paper'. Peace to all.
Shoving aside my new case of Ruger SBL envy, I had the same issues with my Rem SBL, and handled them the exact same way. Mine also had the additional problem of a front sight that was slightly rotated counter clockwise. It was a gift, so I never sent it back, but I was very disappointed in the workmanship.
great vid bud. i gotta say , i have the remington version and i think i got a darn good one. first off, mine is smooth and crisp in the action. fit and finish is perfect and other than the pre threaded(which is cool) i don’t see much of a difference in mine to your ruger version. not to mention how many people have offered to buy mine off of me. you shouldn’t have any problem getting rid of it if that’s what you’re planning on doing. good luck and can’t wait to see the next vid on that ruger. congrats.
In 2000 I bought! A 1895 cowboy and love it was still American made and holds 9 rounds.
It's gorgeous, can't wait for the accuracy range report.
Congrats on a beautiful rifle. I'm definitely going to get one in the next couple years. Love my Henry, but I steered away from the SBL due to Remington and it was always the rifle I wanted. So grateful Ruger bought Marlin.
So you think this Ruger made Marlin is better now than Henry?
Loved your initial review. Really looking forward to what you have to say after you've had it on the range. Range (and hunting) performance is the end game after all. Looking forward to seeing what kind of groups it can shoot and how it likes different ammunition.
Great video, I have a Remlin version of this rifle. I was fortunate enough to get one of the better quality ones however I couldn't agree more that the loop took skin everytime you ran the action. I wrapped it in leather and haven't looked back. It eats 325 Hornady ammo like it's going out of style and consistently holding clover groups at 75 yards. Can't wait to pick up a Ruger to compare them for myself. Great video!!
Wow. This thing is an absolute beauty! I’m obsessed with getting my hands one one of these. I’ve been bugging the guys at my LGS asking when they are expecting these. Any idea when we can start seeing them in our LGS?
Yeah, whenever ruger tells the gunstores to stop scalping them on gunbroker
I love that I can feel and hear the excitement In your voice!
I’m going to buy a marlin 45-70 here soon hopefully….wish I would have bought it a couple years back! I’m hoping they offer this model in all black!
Thanks 😁 You’ll love it! I’m sure something will come out like that down the line.
Absolutely AWESOME !!!
I hope they bring back the 1894...in stainless with threaded barrels and in 357,44 and 45 lc...454 would be nice competition for my Puma 16" ss trapper.
Thank you!! I'm so excited to see what all they bring back. Going to be a fun few years as they all roll out! Thanks for watching!
They'd sell a shit ton more of the svelte 357/44mag 94's than these 4570 tank busters that fire $2.50 a round cigars.. Once the novelty wears off the majority of these 4570's spend the remainder of their lives doing safe queen duty..
If your that worried about the parts on the Remlin, I would sale it. I have the 357 with threaded barrel and thinking of saving it.
First center fire I ever bought was a 336CS in the 90s. Probably the most accurate center fire I ever got out of the box. It's a 30-30. I never understood why people would say Lever guns aren't that accurate because my 30 30 is such a tack driver.
Sounds very promising. Glad these and other Marlins are still being made
Me too! They really surprised me with this. I can’t wait to see the rest.
I had been looking for the 1895 trapper for over a year. It was very difficult to find but I found it. I dressed it with Magpul furniture and a vortex scope. It’s a beast! I love it!
You just earned another subscriber. My dad's old lever action Marlin 30-30 was the first big boy's rifle (non-.22) that I ever shot, and I loved that gun. I took my first few deer with it before I "upgraded" to a .270. I love the fact that another company is carrying the torch for that model's aesthetic, and is actually doing a good job of it for a change. I may have to pick up one of these. The curved pistol grip and slightly looped lever is perfect, and the fact that it's all stainless and laminate (and thereby weatherproof, as long as you take care of it) is just amazing. And the fact that it's a 45-70 instead of a 30-30 is honestly even better. That's become one of my favorite rounds. I don't mind the recoil, and they will definitely reach out and touch something as long as you understand the ballistics and ask nicely. This looks like a great gun
I love this rifle. I'm just starting to learn about them, so has is it to find ammo for it.
Great review , especially liked the comparison between the new Ruger and the older Remington versions. Anxiously anticipating the results of your grouping with various brands of ammo.
I have a JM Marlin 1895 45-70 and it is gorgeous. So glad Ruger bought this company. Very smart decision and if they keep the quality it will be a home run. Ruger has always been smart and well run. You will never see them sell to CZ because they can not make money. or sell to a Private Equity company and then put out kit guns........
Great review, I said from day one that Ruger would bring back Marlin to it's glory day's and more.
Thank you!! I'm so excited to see what they all the bring back and what the bring out that's new.
@@buildhuntxplore I'm as giddy as a school girl.
I have a Marlin 1951 336 35 rem and the quality is outstanding as expected .
I just got the Ruger 1895 SBL and the quality matches the quality of the early Marlins without question
That's awesome!!
Thanks for the information. I've been waiting for Ruger to start the production of the 'Marlin' lever rifle for awhile now but really wasn't sure if the wait would be worth it. I was considering Henry but I think you just made up my mind, thank you.
You're welcome! Yep, you need this gun. Thanks for watching!
Very well done comparison. It's great to see the Marlin name and line finally find a home again with a company that cares about what it's shipping. I have one of the earliest 1895 Guide Guns. It's a very fine shooter. These Ruger Marlins should be at least as good.
I really want to get my hands on one of these. Can't wait to see if they come out with other calibers for the SBL
It would be awesome in S&W 500 magnum. I’d buy one in a heartbeat to match with my revolver.
Threaded barrel and fiber optic sight are definitely a big plus as it was one of the reasons I got my Henry Model X, now I have more reasons to get a Marlin as well.
Amazing video. Really appreciate all the detail you went into about the differences of the two rifles. Now I’m just waiting and hoping that there will be a .357 version soon haha. It would be such a beauty!
My understanding is yes they'll be avail in 44 and 357 mag. Supposed to ship those soon but I'm still waiting.
My source was March '22 issue of Shooting Times. Excellent review.
Not sure how they gauge their date as it's only January but that's whats on the cover.
@@cobblerama You just made my day with this news! Really appreciate the info! Hope they ship soon and we’ll all be able to get our hands on one haha, thank you again.
Most beautiful gun ever created.... YES!!!!!!!
Ruger reimburse this man, he is the Jedi master of lever guns!
You sir win the internet today! LOL I love this. I know they won't reimburse me, I don't expect them to. But, I knew you guys all value my opinion and unbiased content, so this was in investment we made to bring you what you wanted to see. Since these are so hard to find, it's just something we had to do. Thank you so much for following along!
I love this gun so beautiful. I would like to see a full break down and clean vid
Beautiful rifle and the excitement in your voice tells me Ruger/Marlin has a winner. I’m getting one IF I can find one. Not buying it on GB though. Sorry to see gun stores doing that instead of selling to store customers. Thumbs up 👍and a new sub. Can’t wait to see it in action!!
Lol, thank you! I was a bit excited for sure. It's going to be a ton of fun to test! Thanks for following along!
I was happy when I saw Ruger picked up Marlin because I knew they would build them right. I really want them to build the 1895 Cowboy with octagonal barrel again.
I’m so anxious for that 26” beast 🤠 It’s one I definitely have to have!
Very detailed review..Not my style of rifle for hunting, way too shiney for my taste but maybe Ruger put this kind of effort and detail in the rest of the Marlin line-up ...Thanks
Thanks! Yeah it’s a little shiny for hunting, but I sure love the look. I think the whole line will be well-made 👍 Thanks for watching!
That is a beautiful rifle. Love the gray