Ruger 10-22 vs Marlin 795

[Nickbowen5]

Kind of in a situation where I want to purchase a .22lr semi-automatic today or in the very near future. I can purchase a Ruger 10-22 for 259.99 before tax and drops or a marlin 795 for 199.99 before tax and dros. I have researched a lot, but cannot make up my mind. I hope someone can help with their suggestions. I have found that I am not that much into customizing my rifles, but I like the fact that the ruger 10-22 has a lot of aftermarket parts if needed. In contrast I like the last shot bolt open for the marlin 795.

[Bartin]

come on, this question again? Search for all the other times it's come up. You're already aware of the differences. Neither one would be a mistake. Just pick one.

[mshill]

You should be able to find a 795 for less than $159. I just bought a marlin 60 at Sportsmans Warehouse for that. I had seen a 795 there for $149 two weeks ago.

[Nickbowen5]

You should be able to find a 795 for less than $159. I just bought a marlin 60 at Sportsmans Warehouse for that. I had seen a 795 there for $149 two weeks ago.

Just saw it there. I think I'll pick it up

[Occams Rasor]

You will eventually end up with both, so really does not matter which to pick today.

[Nickbowen5]

I'm so conflicted which is why I'm asking

[BigPimping]

Get the Marlin.....I have both and that Marlin is the Cat's Pajamas. Accurate, cheap and well made.

[Jet Setter]

I always suggest the Marlin. They are great and accurate right out of the box. Nothing wrong with the Ruger but I always prefer the Marlin.

[balmo]

+1 on Marlin. My local Dick's has it for only $159

[Nick Adams]

Easy enough to add a bolt hold open, or anything else you can dream of, to a 10/22. Probably the biggest after market of any firearm besides maybe an AR. BTW I have and like both.
Out of the box--Marlin.
If you like to tinker--10/22.

[Lead Waster]

I have the Marlin, it is crazy accurate. I have some jamming issues with mine though. I bought a 10/22 TD due to the novelty of it, but the T/D feature kind of kills it for a lot of aftermarket stuff.

But really, what aftermarket stuff do you really want? The Marlin is very accurate so what more can you ask of a gun? (Well for me reliability, but mine might be a bit of a lemon).

[caoboy]

Marlin 795:

The only 'upgrade' is the Boyd's stock. I was fighting the eye relief on the scope, and the bipod was taken off as the target was too low and I couldn't get low enough to see it comfortably.






Measured: (3/16" I believe)

[Nickbowen5]

I have the Marlin, it is crazy accurate. I have some jamming issues with mine though. I bought a 10/22 TD due to the novelty of it, but the T/D feature kind of kills it for a lot of aftermarket stuff.

But really, what aftermarket stuff do you really want? The Marlin is very accurate so what more can you ask of a gun? (Well for me reliability, but mine might be a bit of a lemon).

I am very big on reliability. I want to make sure my gun is not a lemon and if it is I want to be able to get it fixed/get parts to fix it.

[Chaos47]

I am very big on reliability. I want to make sure my gun is not a lemon and if it is I want to be able to get it fixed/get parts to fix it.

Neither of my 795 have ever had a failure to feed, fire or extract and we are talking multiple thousands of rounds thru each.

And about the aftermarket parts, the only factory parts I have left in mine are the Barrel/Receiver and the Bolt/Action.

I assume you have seen the Marlin 795 Megathreads right? If not check the link in my sig.

[Nickbowen5]

Neither of my 795 have ever had a failure to feed, fire or extract and we are talking multiple thousands of rounds thru each.

And about the aftermarket parts, the only factory parts I have left in mine are the Barrel/Receiver and the Bolt/Action.

I assume you have seen the Marlin 795 Megathreads right? If not check the link in my sig.

I have I believe I will get both just cause but ill start with the marlin probably