Lever gun transformation...purest beware!! **Finishing touches added**

[Sydwaiz]

Originally Posted by elSquid

Marlin 336Y (“youth”) model and the 336 “dark” both had ~16 inch barrels and claimed 5+1.

— Michael

Thank you for that!

[LindenBruce]

That's not a "bad" transformation at all. Kinda nice. I don't care for the buttstock that much. But the rest is nice. B.

[BigBamBoo]

Just added some finishing touches. Sling and paracord wrapped the lever.
Might add a quick take down screw to the lever but for now its ready for the field.

[joefrank64k]

Just fantastic!! Great job all around.

I've got an old Winchester 30-30 that I want to do this to, but it seems there aren't many aftermarket parts compared to what's available for Marlins. Drag.

[BigBamBoo]

** Sitrep….joined a Marlin group. Took the mag spring out and realized it is waaay to long for the shortened tube. With some trial and error, I now have a 5 +1 rig. And it loads much easier with the shorted spring.

Cycled 20 rounds with no feeding issues so called it good.


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[Dirtlaw]

My take is "nice."

[joefrank64k]

OP, your build inspired me!!

Decided against trying to mod my spare Winchester 30-30.

Finally found a Marlin Trapper in-stock. It’s on the way to my LGS.

Haven’t decided if I’ll Cerakote the stainless in ODG, or leave it alone and ODG the add-ons, haha!!

OP, I’m not sure if I should thank you, or swear at you for ‘making me’ do this, haha!!

[Sydwaiz]

I just sent my Glenfield 30A to the OP's gunsmith yesterday. Basically cloning the OP's rifle but a different color and optics I haven't decided on yet. Can't wait to get it back!

[socal m1 shooter]

OP, sorry if this is upthread, I didn't want to read every post in the thread.

However, I have tried and very much liked this allegedly drop-in trigger for a Marlin. Worth considering, far superior to a factory trigger, even one with years of wear/use.

It was drop-in for the rifle I tried, which was made by Marlin in the 1990s.

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They very loosely interpret the phrase drop in. Every part I’ve tried from them would not work with my remlin. Not saying it’s their fault, it is a remlin, but that is my experience anyways.

[BigBamBoo]

Originally Posted by socal m1 shooter

OP, sorry if this is upthread, I didn't want to read every post in the thread.

However, I have tried and very much liked this allegedly drop-in trigger for a Marlin. Worth considering, far superior to a factory trigger, even one with years of wear/use.

It was drop-in for the rifle I tried, which was made by Marlin in the 1990s.

Good to know. I’m using the one from Ranger Point and am very happy with it. And it too was a drop in fit.

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[splithoof]

Originally Posted by joefrank64k

OP, your build inspired me!!

Decided against trying to mod my spare Winchester 30-30.

Finally found a Marlin Trapper in-stock. It’s on the way to my LGS.

Haven’t decided if I’ll Cerakote the stainless in ODG, or leave it alone and ODG the add-ons, haha!!

OP, I’m not sure if I should thank you, or swear at you for ‘making me’ do this, haha!!

I just jailed a new Trapper a few days ago, and will at some point install the XS rail and ghost ring rear sight. I plan on mounting an intermediate eye relief optic, ala “scoutish”, and will carefully imbed a short section of rail in the left front of the forend, for a small, but powerful light. A sling, and a cheek pad that will hold a few extra cartridges should finish it out.

[joefrank64k]

Originally Posted by splithoof

I just jailed a new Trapper a few days ago, and will at some point install the XS rail and ghost ring rear sight. I plan on mounting an intermediate eye relief optic, ala “scoutish”, and will carefully imbed a short section of rail in the left front of the forend, for a small, but powerful light. A sling, and a cheek pad that will hold a few extra cartridges should finish it out.

Nice!! They sure are hard to find at a decent price, haha!!

I ordered some of the Ranger Point Precision stuff (stock, foreend, muzzle brake). Decided to keep the matte stainless and go with sniper green for the add-ons.

Also got the XS Lever Rail, but not sure what optic to go with. I’ve got a few LPVO’s lying around. Should be a cool project!!

[splithoof]

Originally Posted by joefrank64k

Nice!! They sure are hard to find at a decent price, haha!!

I ordered some of the Ranger Point Precision stuff (stock, foreend, muzzle brake). Decided to keep the matte stainless and go with sniper green for the add-ons.

Also got the XS Lever Rail, but not sure what optic to go with. I’ve got a few LPVO’s lying around. Should be a cool project!!

I still have another Leupold 1.5-5, with Firedot waiting for a rifle to hang under. It’s an IER, and I’ve had great results on a few Ruger GSR’s with that optic.
If I ever take it to school, I’ll rattle-can it whatever color for the week, and wash it off when I’m done.
Looks like it’s about time to fire up the lead pot, and cast some bullets.

[prob]

I thought I was going to hate it, but I must admit, I think it looks pretty neat!