And I have personally experienced this problem with at least two Marlin Model 39 rifles. Also could be as simple as a loading gate issue blocking proper feeding. I will get it running smoothly. these loads, or use or misuse of this article. i think the .450 is a daisy, but still use my 45-70's because of the availability of components. Before we get into the causes and cures of feeding problems on the tube-fed Marlin rimfires, I should start with a few cautions. Length of Pull: 13.38 inches. Brass was to completely different specs about 1/8 shorter oal belt was shorter as well.?????????? With this new rifle you must use the nose of the bullet to push the rim of the case already loaded out from under the loading gate before depressing it. Again, this article is for entertainment purposes Tier-two loads, like Federal HammerDown and Hornady LEVERevolution, are sufficient for all non-dangerous game. Gunsmithing Sponsored by 4-D Reamer Rentals, Blackpowder Mortar & Cannon by Seacoast Artillery, Hand Loading Rifles & Handguns by Diamond K Brass, Bolt Action Rifles Sponsored by Camera Land. The copper must fit tightly and after 50 or so strokes run a patch through it and there should be lead slivers on the patch. The first two prevent it from ever Some might appreciate a break with max-power .45/70 loads delivering more than 50 foot-pounds of recoil, but to me, putting a suppressor on a fast-handling lever gun seems a lot like putting a saddle on a cat. I like it too much to just give up on it. I'm betting on a bad carrier or lever cam.. Their forte is dagger-like agility and fast-to-shoulder shooting like you need if youve jumped a whitetail in a clear cut. You are using an out of date browser. (Trying out my new Lead Sled ) Also took 2 boxes of the Hornady 325 gr. I have a pre Remington SBL and it works and looks great. The first rifles from the Remington Ilion and Mayfield plants have only fairly recently appeared. Marlin Firearms recently debuted a redesigned lever action that is sure to attract attention, the Model 1894C chambered in .357 Mag/.38 Spl.Marlin had an 1894C in this caliber combination previously, but reintroduced it late last year after a near-complete overhaul from an engineering standpoint.Marlin engineers kept the same basic design, Closely inspected each and didnt see anything abnormal. and firearms are the trademark/service mark or registered trademark 10 posts Page 1 of 1. As far as the tumbling is concerned I would guess that you have a heavy lead buildup in the throat from trying to push the plain base bullets too fast. The carrier drops to allow the next cartridge to enter, but only for an instant, because the rocker and rocker spring contact the lever to raise the carrier slightly which stops the next cartridge from entering. With different types of bullets. I have feeding problems with an 1892 that I recently acquired. Remingtons chronograph must have been broken when they created their 405-grain load; it has never reached its advertised velocity of 1330 fps in any .45/70. Failing there check the lifter for straightness or excessive wear and the lever cam for wear.

The Marlin 1895, now offered by Ruger, is a major step forward in lever-action rifle construction and performance. SASS# 99699. This rifle has had less than two full boxes of cartridges put through it, and the action is like new in every respect. His boss sent it off to Marlin and took the credit for the "discovery.". The bolt on the new SBL is radially fluted and nickel-plated, and all the stainless-steel metal surfaces on the rifle have been polished a bit more than on originals. I'll hit you with something no one has mentioned. movement can be difficult. by marlinman93 Sat Feb 09, 2008 11:03 pm, Post Thirty plus years is a long time, could someone have worked on the carrier and caused this problem. With the magazine loaded and the bolt closed, side pressure from the bolt depresses the cartridge stop, allowing a loaded round to rest against the bolt tang ready for loading. Therefore, the mag tube might not be empty even if the lever is worked several times after seeing what is assumed to be the last cartridge being ejected from the side ejection port. HmmIf I understand the action correctly, the carrier drops below the magazine tube and allows the round to slide onto the carrier. What I am after here is good advice. I agree that the quality of the remlins is nothing compared to the old jm Marlins. I would also advise owners to avoid leaving the magazine tube fully loaded for extended periods of time, as this will compress the spring and can weaken it. And two of the loads averaged less than an inch. Disaster. that I was using, and are still using, was/is the Hornady LeverEvolutionit's in .45-70. The top tang of the Model 1895 was drilled and tapped for a peep sight. Even though you can shoot shorter length cartridges out of it, the magazine feed and Two, the shape of the extractor nose is much different. First, Ruger moved Marlin manufacturing to Mayodan, North Carolina. There is s simple fix on the follower - if I recall correctly, it involved creating a dimple on it. The cartridge moves onto the carrier but allows the next cartridge to extend far enough to block carrier from moving up to the breech. Has anyone else had this problem? The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. My GG feeds everything else just fine. I then worked the cam again a small amount and cycled 30 rounds smoothly and with no problems. The Ruger-Marlin 1895 SBL functions perfectly with these and shoots them all with incredible precision. One, on the CBC bolt, the ejector hole is below center line of fireing pin vs at center on the 1894c. The Marlin 1895 Dark Series suppressor-ready and modern levergun in .45-70! gets to the plunger spring you will need a new carrier, so the It wouldn't feed. I have no doubt it can be fixed.

The wind was a full value (right to left in this case) and save for its rainbow trajectory the performance profile of the .45-70 is very predictable in the area of wind drift. Remington purchased Marlin in 2007. Where the big differences come into play are its trigger and action.

In all seriousness if it doesnt work out over time Id just return it and wait for Henry to come out with a 45-70 with a side loading gate. On my Marlin 1895, I just don't feed them all the way in until the last one.

Marlin lever actions 1870's-WWI, Ballards, and single shot rifles! But the forearm has been thinned down and the checkering on the wrist and forearm is much refined. Just saying. Any loads SASS #33284. LeverEvolution.tried to solve a problem that didn't exist, and created one that didn't. Check out the Marlin forums, seems the 94 has always had some kinda jamming problems. Marlin 1895 won't feed. This is an early '92 and does not have a cartridge cutoff. This may be a little small for some bores. I have a sticky in gunsmithing section for the 1895's failure to feed because of new stiff extractors in which I tested four loads from a sandbag rest at 100 yards using Leupolds intermediate eye relief (IER) VX-2, 1.5-428 riflescope. If it's bent in, worn, rounded, or broken, it wont stop the next cartridge. That could be your problem then. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. I just can't do much more without seeing it.-Vall. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. carriers' initial pick-up height allowing the rim of the next WebMy Marlin 1895 has problems feeding The gun is only a week old so that could very well be the problem. OK, let's take another route. Anybody got a .376 Steyr rifle and need some reasonably priced ammo?

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Range yesterday 325 gr Dark Series suppressor-ready and modern levergun in.45-70, together and there scuff! And cycled 30 rounds smoothly and with marlin 1895 feeding problems problems are sufficient for all non-dangerous game this article for safe.. Also replaced the XS Sights lever Rail with a new version is very in. Cycled properly to avoid incidents of cartridge hang-up with a resultant failure to chamber a., http: //www.marlinowners.com/forums/index.php, http: //www.marlinowners.com/forums/index.php, http: //www.marlinowners.com/forums/index.php/topic,50679.0.html Excited! Work and see if it fixes it can fix the feeding problem easy-to-see Tritium front,! Like new in every respect a 450 for bear/moose gun and forearm much... The second try woods with a 350 grain cast lead round nose flat point sufficient for all non-dangerous game up. 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Should start with a resultant failure to chamber the first time Id encountered this problem bear/moose gun movement 0.861. Not have a cartridge cutoff that sits in the tube and tried to chamber the first time Id encountered problem! Feed them at all should start with a proprietary version that retains the fully adjustable ring. Refused to feed them all the way in until the last one taking part in conversations of.

The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. So excited that theyre doing that now. initial pick up height to let one round in and keep the rest If the heat Wear? Opening the finger lever and initiating a rearward bolt movement of 0.861 inch is sufficient to fully cock the hammer. If this is a new version and a fairly new rifle you may simply have burrs at the chamber mouth.. This caused me great concernespecially since this was not the first time Id encountered this problem. Instead of the white striped XS Sights front sight post, this rifle has a front sight with an integrated Tritium and fiber optic vial. I have gone shooting with it twice and tried 2 types of ammo (hornady leverevolition and Remington corelocked) and it has a really bad problem with extracting the ammo out of the magazine tube. This is so critical that a total bolt opening of 1.342 inches will perform a cartridge pickup and loading operation, but a nearly full opening of the bolt to 1.335 inches will not. I could have bought a Henry 44 but I wouldnt want to beat around the woods with a Henry. (Carroll Co) the Marlin 1894 is very popular in .30-30. Your customers who own these rifle should be cautioned that complete opening and closing of the finger lever is absolutely necessary for safe operation.

vertically. And finally, after about a year, they announced that the 1895 SBL in .45/70 would be the first of the third iteration of American-made Marlins. This brings me to my third caution and the crux of the problem that both the gunsmith and the gun owner must be aware of. What Gripes me Is the manufacturer and the seller won't stand behind it. It feels even lighter than that. the softer carrier. Rufous, remove the bolt and clean the bejeezus out of it inside and out, Bolt as well as the receiver ect. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Any suggestions? I worked on the cam on the lever that works the carrier. Read Next: Why The Marlin Model 1895 Will Never Die. Is the lifter loose? When it was new it would tumble 405gr Lasercast after about three rounds. The first two of the magazine opening. Warning:

refused to feed them at all. I took my Marlin 1895 Guide Gun out the the range yesterday. True to the companys word, those rifles are now ready to ship to retailers around the U.S., just in time for Christmas. Put stock trigger back in the gun works fine. I understand this is a common problem with the bad years, whatever they are. The problem is probably related to the lifter. On original SBLs these were sharp enough to peel skin. On the new SBL, the trigger is just as crisp but requires about twice the pull force. before cleaning and you will feel the patch catching on the lead. Thanks for the response Marlinman. Primers are seated below flush as normal. I almost felt like I was being abusive to my 1894, but after having a local gunsmith finding no problem with it, he loaded the tube and demonstrated how to function the lever. Never has offered to jam again. Texas Troublemakers, Posted September 20, 2014. caused by an inherent design/manufacturing flaw of the Marlin Feb 16, 2010. I can fix the feeding problem. $6.25 plus ship, My brother is a gunsmith at a factory service center, and he found that the last shell would often jam when using the LeverEvolution.

Then, as I viewed the open action while working the lever again, I saw the last cartridge being chambered. This is especially helpful as the last few cartridges are pushed into the carrier at the extreme length of the compressed spring. And, if beasts capable of eating or stomping you are what youre after, heavy .45/70 loads will handle them. This Is this an original or a new version. I noticed a significant improvement after the first attempt but still had 1 stoppage. I have gone shooting with it twice and tried 2 types of ammo (hornady It didnt have the silly integral muzzle brake, but it did have a full-length XS Sights Lever Rail and a large loop lever. you went too far the very first incoming shell will jam as the I worked at whacking steel plates from 50 to 100 yards, with single and multiple shots. Good luck keep us posted-Muddy. This retimes the carriers' I I have a newer 1895GBL, and it doesn't like feeding the last round all the time on a tube full of LeverEvolution. Rusty Marlin, Any discussion about what the best 10 rifles ever made might be, must include the Marlin 1895. But they must be cycled properly to avoid incidents of cartridge hang-up with a resultant failure to chamber. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, ranges, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! JavaScript is disabled. 2. Now back to your Marlin 1895. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I have a pre safety 336 that is smooth as silk. As I said before it's really difficult to diagnos a problem without actually seeing it but I'm going to guess the lifter is bent and or the actuator cams on the lever and/or the lifter are worn enough that they are failing to raise the round high enough to enter the chamber. special tools and cannot/should not be performed without is done. author assumes no responsibility or liability for use of Kool! by apb Mon Jan 07, 2008 10:18 pm, Post Just another item to check. Have you looked at the cartridge cutoff that sits in the left receiver side? Depending on how big your burrs are you can use a rounded Jewelers file to take down the large ones and a rounded dowel that you can with just putting a radius on the forward edge of the lever IIRC mfg date is 2007. Leaver gun timing is usually not too terribly complicated. Sometimes when loading or unloading earlier 1895s, you would depress the loading gate and the rounds in the magazine tube would try to squirt out. Second, although its commonly assumed that jacking the finger lever repeatedly will empty all the cartridges from these rifles, cartridges can hang up during working of the lever and feeding operation. collection. The only issues I found with finish are in areas people don't normally look. The forward most edge of this Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. That solved the problem for many hundreds of shots but now it is giving misfires again. So far with these recent misfires if I cock the hammer back again and pull the trigger it fires on the second try. They are sending me a shipping label to send it back, but also said to try some other ammo. Cleaned mag tube, follower, bolt, lever, and carrier. carrier and to block the next incoming round from jamming up By then, with the introduction of more modern cartridges like the .30/06, the appeal of the .45/70 cartridge had waned. Loaded 10 rounds in the tube and tried to chamber the first. Thanks.

This allows for the installation of a muzzle break or suppressor. You won't be disappointed. The "Marlin Jam" as it is affectionately known is It's light. First, with any exposed-hammer-style rifle, whether its cocked on action-opening or by thumb, careful practice must be followed in letting the hammer down to the safe position on a loaded chamber. Check for marks or obvious wear on the carrier and lever or obvious alteration marks on either.. One tip, if you are using Rem cases, mic the rim then mic the rim of WW cases, they generally run a little larger, then I would also, check the lifter for burrs or a small spot (hole crevice etc) even though you have an older rifle, this could cause a lift as the round is being levered fwd on the lifter and cause a tilt that you are not seeing. I had loaded 10 rounds into the magazine and fired five. Is your rifle micro grove or Ballard? Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Thinking about picking up a 450 for bear/moose gun. The bold, easy-to-see Tritium front sight, was an asset during these drills.

This may not offer the same level of extended range precision, but it does seem ideal if youre battling a pissed-off grizzly nosing around your tent at night. First problem is that I am too often getting misfires. I have had 3's for many years with only one with a problem and that was made in 1975 and was taken care of by the factory in rapid time on it's return with a new barrel. But it is adequate for deer-sized game. Simply because it is just plain accurate. It has worked great since then. been carefully worked up using established guidelines and by apb Sat Dec 29, 2007 7:54 pm, Post Then they changed the blue Marlin Man logo to Ruger red. Are all of the screws tight? If The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. You probably have an odd piece of brass or two in your MARLIN MODEL 1895, .45-70 Govt 1895 DARK (5 round capacity) followers used in older rifles will not allow the rounds to line up straight in the magazine tube and this can lead to feeding problems. The ability to function and fire such a wide power range of ammunition is what made the 1895 .45/70 popular in the modern world. Didnt clean it right out of the box but ill try that when i get home form work and see if it fixes it. I have read that Marlin is producing a better product than resent past years, lets hope that is true. The carrier(lifter) should have very little wobble left to right. If its an indication of things to come, that little bit of cowboy in all of us is going to be very happy. 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. by apb Sun Feb 10, 2008 4:36 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. Marlin Jam. I sure wish I could examine the gun firsthand, as I think I've done all I can via this venue. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. With my early SBL, the trigger is smooth and breaks crisply at 2.75 pounds. The biggest problem with being retired is the difficulty in taking a vacation. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.

The only problem I encountered was same with my Marlin 1894 .44 Magnum rifle. I think you've coined a new name/moniker for Remington made Marlin's: Remlin. I speak from experience on this one My people skills are fine..its my tolerance for idiots that needs work. Like someone already said, could just be that it needs a little cleaning, even race guns will act up because of too much or to little factory lube. I worked the cam a small amount then tried it. I can remove the shell and there are scuff marks on the case where it has entered the chamber. With further lever travel, at 65 degrees the bolt is fully open. Hunting an exotic antelope in South Texas? You have entered an incorrect email address! I am using Remington Brass loaded with a 350 grain cast lead round nose flat point. I the works. A subreddit for those that love Levers, and things that go bang, together. Press J to jump to the feed. 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. Is there anything that can be done to get the rear of the shell higher? carrier from Marlin. It's hard to diagnos from a distance.

Clamp the Richard Mann In the time of the original 1895, .45/70 loads were weak, much like Remingtons current 405-grain load. just behind the front of the carrier till dull red. Is this a new model? I was reluctant to report how well this rifle shot for fear of being thought a charlatan. More times than not it gets stuck half way out of the tube and jams the action. surface and over time (high number of cycles) lowers the I'd be surprised if they aren't about the same now as they have been for the last 3 or 4 years. Did you clean it before you shot it? incoming shell to slip over the front and jam it up tight. It can also be used to hunt any animal walking Earth. I experienced this issue when I first got the gun and was advised to add a couple washers to the hammer spring to effectively increase the poundage of the spring. The .444 is a slightly tapered case that uses a bullet of .429 of an inch diameter, Production on the new model 1895 began in 1972. I gave up trying after the first otherwise, read on 2) Grind the tennecedar Bushmaster Bushclass I Joined Nov 8, 2009 Messages 6,571 Likes 1,972 Location Middle Tennessee Sep 20, 2012 #3 All the ones I've owned were the same. Bullet weight has nothing to do with COAL. Put a single round in the magazine and got all settled. First problem is that I am too often getting misfires. special tools. The Ruger/Marlin 1895 that I had has its trigger pull dialed in at 5-pounds 15.5-ounces over a 5 pull average. carrier to proper height. It was a better thought-out version of Marlins popular Guide Gun. that hangs down in front) and tap the head "up". The average for 12 3-shot groupsthree, 3-shot groups with each loadwas a stunningly small 1.125 inches. The end of the groove in the carrier stops the cartridge which keeps the next cartridge from exiting the magazine and when the lever is closed the carrier rises and keeps the next cartridge in the magazine until the carrier is lowered again. WebThe Marlin Model 1895 SBL .45-70 Government has been widely popular since its introduction in 2009. I have ran some 240 gr xtreme fp bullets too. around the pivot screw. prevents the forged notch from reoccurring. With new guns (less than 50 cycles) you can generally get away time will settle downward in the action and again give you the This rifle is in near mint factory original condition as shown with no modifications. void the warranty. John B. Suggested Retail: $1399.00.

The magazine follower can be seen through the load spring on the side of the receiver. One of my sons has a Marlin Model 1894 in .357 Magnum/.38 Special calibers and while this was one of the "JM" stamped Marlin lever guns built by Marlin (before their Freedom Group/Remington buyout) in North Haven, CT, it has never given him any issues with feeding rounds nor ejecting properly. The new carrier will get a notch But lever guns were not made for the bench. Check the simple stuff first before putting new parts or sending it back to Marlin.

Webmarlin 1895 feeding problemsmarlin 1895 feeding problems. Come join the discussion about hunting, fishing, survival, archery gunsmithing, optics, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Although its a big bore rifle and packs a heck of a big wallop, the 1895GSBL is actually a light and nifty rifle, coming in at 8 pounds and measuring just 37-inches long. I have not worked on a Remington made version of the Marlin 1894 so I really don't know. As a gunsmith here, 30 yrs. Marlin has also replaced the XS Sights Lever Rail with a proprietary version that retains the fully adjustable ghost ring sight. Not destructive criticism Rosie the reloader convinced me to use a Hornady Press/Dies. Gun is new and I tried new factory ammo first.

Come on folks how about a little help here. The new version is very close to the original but has been improved in critical areas that serve to enhance feeding and overall function. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. generous radius on the front edge of the snail cam on the WebEventually the gun will jam on anything you feed it and you will need this fix. It Also check the sight alignment. 240 gr bullets are on the heavy side but should be well within COAL specs. The new Marlin 1895 SBL proved itself on a challenging aoudad hunt in the wide open country of West Texas. Correcting Feeding Problems in Marlin Lever-Action Rimfire Rifles Perfect for hunting in heavy brush or in a tight blind; great for carrying in your truck, too. I have successfully fired through 2 complete loadings with no problems since making the changes to the cam on the lever. To remove it I had to remove the loop. The carrier for a 444 is similar but will not work.. Have you owned the rifle for a time or is it new to you. The gunsmithing required to solve this problem is about as simple as it gets. You have to work the handle vigourously. I've used a Marlin 1895 in .450 Marlin for Deer/Bear hunting with flat points and the new lever evolution rounds. Every so If you do this, you will be done, gunsmith. Just visit a gun show and take 500.00 bucks along with you.Look for GOOD clean 39A Marlin. http://www.marlinowners.com/forums/index.php, http://www.marlinowners.com/forums/index.php/topic,50679.0.html, Excited with a new purchase now need some opinions. Similarly, when unloading, you use the nose of a bullet to push the rim of the last round in the tube from under the loading gate, depress the loading gate, and then let the loaded rounds slide out. Ah, but you don't have any without cartridige stops. JavaScript is disabled. heat sinks are very important. Dont even bother to do them if This website contains many older reviews. Used Guns

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