Marlin 795 thread

[The Right to Bear Arms]

So why Tech Sights over a scope?
PS- There is a new set of Tech Sights for a 10/22 on eBay for $44 plus $5 shipping, at present. You can find them a bit cheaper after all. Just have to find the right ones from the right seller.

Hello Roushstage2,

From what I've read here, scopes aren't allowed at Appleseed as they are building up shooters from square one.

Post Appleseed: I say the Marlin owner has to decide which tools work best for any given situation. Further, I've also read here that an owner would be better served having 2 rifles. One with tech sights and one with a scope.

Finally, I will personally address your question. I'm using the tech sights with the 795 to build my proficiency as a shooter. The old fashioned way. With Garand style sights. That's the mission of my 795.

I plan on seeing my skill segway over into the bigger calibers, naturally.

Now, if an owner has his 795 or 10/22 tacted out with a red dot or scope, it would suggest a CQB situation. i.e. Zombie Apocalypse. ( humor ).

It all boils down to the shooter, the platform, and what mission he has in mind. Thanks for the ebay tip.

RBA

[roushstage2]

Main use is Appleseed then (i.e- learning how to shoot with [good] irons)? I don't know if I'd personally say a scope would be CQB, but a red dot, yeah. I'm curious as I'm 50/50 on ordering Tech Sights for my Marlin 60. I have a scope on there because I had one lying around, but wouldn't mind having an irons-rifle. My XT-22, 795, 60 and 10/22 all have scopes. I can shoot with irons, but figured I'd be better served with a scope.

[Khanan]

From what I've read here, scopes aren't allowed at Appleseed as they are building up shooters from square one.

This is incorrect. Appleseed will let you shoot what you brought and I have done two Appleseeds with a scope.

That being said, iron sights, tech sights in particular, are highly recommended by many.

[Chaos47]

You can use a scope at Appleseed. Only thing you can't use is a bipod or use your magazine as a monopod. Many people especially ones with aging eyes find it necessary to use a scope to get rifleman...

[DasBoost]

Huh, weird! At least you got it figured out though!

Yeah, I'm very... by it all.

So why Tech Sights over a scope?
PS- There is a new set of Tech Sights for a 10/22 on eBay for $44 plus $5 shipping, at present. You can find them a bit cheaper after all. Just have to find the right ones from the right seller.

I'd say that good use and skill built from using the lowest common denominator on a platform is the best, in my eyes, as that's what you revert to when all else fails. Is a rimfire scope going to get beaten up and lose zero from recoil? Highly doubtful. Can it be dropped and damaged and irreparable when there is no way to get it fixed (Thinking SHTF/hunting here)? Yes. Being able to revert to the basest form of the platform and being skilled at it is not a bad thing.

Tell me about it. I'm placing an order tomorrow morning. In fact, I'm getting them for the 795 and the SKS.

Anathema for the purist collectors but I'm a pure shooter. I will give em a shot. I know husband and wife teams that shoot very well with the SKS / Tech Sights past 200 yds without any specialized training. I expect to confirm that.

RBA

ps. Per used sights for the 795: I can't imagine anyone parting with them for less than what they paid. But, anything's possible.

Purists? Meh, last time I checked it was my firearm and not theirs. If it is something rare/valuable and has a great historical value, then yes, leave it be. Otherwise, have at it. Honestly, Tech Sights seem to be the least horrifying modification that can be done to a rifle anyways.

[The Right to Bear Arms]

Good Evening to All,

Thanks to Khanan, Chaos 47, and DB for the clarification on several points. DB, well worded point on being able to run a platform at it's most base functionality.

Roushstage 2: I say go for the tech sights on the Marlin 60. By all means, follow through on what you think will serve you best.

RBA

[roushstage2]

I'll do the Tech Sights in the future. I was going to put them on there right after I got the rifle, but I had a scope lying around, so it saved me $60 something.

[2DoorImpala]

Well I know I can hit the targets with a scope and just a sling easy. Now irons that's where my hands start to move and shake, thus why I want to get used to irons

[DasBoost]

Well I know I can hit the targets with a scope and just a sling easy. Now irons that's where my hands start to move and shake, thus why I want to get used to irons

Bummer... Sounds like you'll need to go to the range more and practice. I feel for you, I really do.

[The Right to Bear Arms]

Well I know I can hit the targets with a scope and just a sling easy. Now irons that's where my hands start to move and shake, thus why I want to get used to irons

Sounds like you've made a judicious assessment of your tactical needs, 2DoorImpala. I like that.

Personally, I want to naturally put ordinance on target(s) using either irons or a scope.

RBA

ps. Does anyone else have multiple rimfire rifles besides Roushstage2?

[ltdanicecream]

Not sure if it's been mentioned here yet but Amazon has mags at under $18 shipped. More than CDNN but still cheaper than Big 5 and Turners.

[roushstage2]

I found a few hidden at Sportsmans Warehouse for around $14.

[Gurney]

" . . . but still cheaper than Big 5 and Turners."

Turner's price is $14.98. Since they're local, and sometimes even helpful, I bought three magazines there.

[goofcat]

Well I know I can hit the targets with a scope and just a sling easy. Now irons that's where my hands start to move and shake, thus why I want to get used to irons

APPLESEED! Get to one quick!

[40SWGlock]

I have a quick question , can you shoot cci stingers out of a 795? Or is it not recommended?