Marlin 795 thread

[dcbiii]

Ok, so I live by the coast...(under 1 mile, actually).

I've been looking near and far for a Marlin 795 in stainless, but haven't found one. Is there anywhere you guys have seen one (in SoCal?)

[toopercentmlk]

Ok, so I live by the coast...(under 1 mile, actually).

I've been looking near and far for a Marlin 795 in stainless, but haven't found one. Is there anywhere you guys have seen one (in SoCal?)

I looked for one as well, but decided to go with the 795 in good old fashioned blued steel that people have been using for a hundred years.

I just sent my rebate in, and am partially done with my set up as well. Pictures in a couple days! I'm thinking about painting the stock green, tan or gray but haven't decided.

[otteray]

Originally Posted by dcbiii Ok, so I live by the coast...(under 1 mile, actually).

I live a few blocks from the ocean here in Santa Cruz, and never have had rust and corrosion issues. Simply oil the weapons about once a year and wipe them down whenever handling the blued parts.
Don't worry about it unless it is stored at the ocean front or onboard a vessel.

[Kokopelli]

Grats Koko, let us know how she shoots compared to the ruger!

Went out with the 795 for the first time today. As promised, I brought my late 80's Deluxe Sporter Ruger 10/22 along. I really like how the Marlin handles. It's thinner than the Ruger and a real featherweight.

Ran about 150 rounds through each gun. Ammo was Federal 36 gr HV HP bulk from WalMart. Since both rifles have iron sights, (and my eyes are old) I had one of my teenage sons do the 25 yard testing. During the day, the Ruger stove piped a few rounds. The Marlin did not have this problem. The Marlin shot a bit to the right. So a sight alignment will be in order.

As you can see, the Ruger won the grouping test....



We also brought our late model Marlin 925 bolt action rimfire with scope. The 925 has a 7 shot clip. The 795's 10 rounder worked in the Marlin bolt but the 7 rounder from the 925 would not fit the 795.

KP

[toopercentmlk]

Went out with the 795 for the first time today. As promised, I brought my late 80's Deluxe Sporter Ruger 10/22 along. I really like how the Marlin handles. It's thinner than the Ruger and a real featherweight.

Ran about 150 rounds through each gun. Ammo was Federal 36 gr HV HP bulk from WalMart. Since both rifles have iron sights, (and my eyes are old) I had one of my teenage sons do the 25 yard testing. During the day, the Ruger stove piped a few rounds. The Marlin did not have this problem. The Marlin shot a bit to the right. So a sight alignment will be in order.

As you can see, the Ruger won the grouping test....

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk239/avmusician/Guns/1022_79525yd.jpg

We also brought our late model Marlin 725 bolt action rimfire with scope. The 725 has a 7 shot clip. The 795's 10 rounder worked in the Marlin bolt but the 7 rounder from the 725 would not fit the 795.

KP

925? Also, nice comparison I can't wait to see how mine does.

[Kokopelli]

Thanks, toopercentmlk. You are correct about the model number. I fixed it.

[toopercentmlk]

As promised, here are some pictures of my new plinking rig. I call it the "G.I. Field Marksman Plinker"

Specs:
- Marlin 795
- Tech-Sights aperture sights, secured with Uncle Mikes Gun-tite
- Uncle Mikes 1-1/4" Quick-detachable sling swivels, blued.
- G.I. nylon web sling
- 3 additional 10rd nickel magazines. A little pricey but they were available.
- Stock, plans of dura-coat. I'm thinking a solid earth tone. FDE , GREEN? Red tiger striped? :P



Am I doing this right? I read an online .pdf instruction guide and so far it feels nice and stable!

Sight picture/Rear sight

Front sight post!

Lastly, here's a focused shot of the rear sight and as you can see there is a very small burr inside the aperture disc.

Technically it's an imperfection but its not bad enough to send back since I could probably chip it off easily and it doesn't distract me as much as it annoys me!

Although owning a couple, I'm new to rifles and I'm very excited to learn proper marksmanship with this .22 and I plan on updating with a decent range report in the near future. I hope my enthusiasm in this thread helps someone out!

[ck867]

Here's a pic of my marlin 795 I just got. Slapped a bushnell rimfire 3x-9x scope on it and a harris bipod on it tonight

[toopercentmlk]

After a couple times at the range, I experienced miss fires from what I believed were from light primer strikes. Instead of sending it to marlin and waiting forever I took it back to Big5 and after a world of hassle they took it back. I don't blame Marlin, it's always a risk with cheap .22s so I wasn't completely surprised. If I don't end up getting another one or a 925(bolt action) I will have 3 10rd magazines and perfect condition Tech-Sights for sale. They've all been used and had maybe 40 rounds fed through them each, so theyre like new so whoever wants more mags let me know and you can have dibs if I don't need them. This isn't a for sale post, just feedback from my rifles trips to the range.

[Capt Jack]

After a couple times at the range, I experienced miss fires from what I believed were from light primer strikes. Instead of sending it to marlin and waiting forever I took it back to Big5 and after a world of hassle they took it back. I don't blame Marlin, it's always a risk with cheap .22s so I wasn't completely surprised. If I don't end up getting another one or a 925(bolt action) I will have 3 10rd magazines and perfect condition Tech-Sights for sale. They've all been used and had maybe 40 rounds fed through them each, so theyre like new so whoever wants more mags let me know and you can have dibs if I don't need them. This isn't a for sale post, just feedback from my rifles trips to the range.

Sorry to hear about your bad experience. I would try another one as I haven't heard too many complaints about malfunctions. Mine has a few hundred rounds through it and hasn't had a single hiccup!

Hopefully it works out for you.

[toopercentmlk]

Sorry to hear about your bad experience. I would try another one as I haven't heard too many complaints about malfunctions. Mine has a few hundred rounds through it and hasn't had a single hiccup!

Hopefully it works out for you.

Yea I want to stress that I don't blame Marlin, the only blame I'd have would be Big5 if they never took care of the issue for me. I certainly do prefer the mom & pop style service that you find at those shops. The lemon I bought did cue some buyers remorse as well, I'm certain I want a bolt action now! Someone please convince me to pick up a 925, if I don't I think I see a CZ 452 and a light weight wallet in my future.

[Kokopelli]

This is what my Marlin 795 did today at 100 yards with Federal HPHV and a 5 mph cross wind. Doing this using the stock iron sights and my old eyes, I am happy with the Marlin! No jams, either.

[rosmar1969]

Can somebody tell mer where to buy an Archangel look alike stock for Marli 795, im tired of my Marlin 795 original stock, want to replace it for new looks. I dont like the ATI Dragunof Style. It does not fit exactly. any suggestion, anybody please.

[caoboy]

Only stock, besides the ATI, is the Muzzelite Bullpup.

[egoon]

Did anyone ever find extra 10rd mags under 25 besides midwest hunters outlet? With s&h its like 25 anyway.
My friend found them in livermore for 25, but I was hoping to find something a bit more.. affordable.
This reloading clips constantly is really cutting into my 15 min firing times at the range. gettin tired of it, but don't want to break the bank..