Loaded 10 rounds in the tube and tried to chamber the first. I've used a Marlin 1895 in .450 Marlin for Deer/Bear hunting with flat points and the new lever evolution rounds. Snow. the works. been carefully worked up using established guidelines and
I have seen two at the LGS that had the front sight clocked around to about 12:30. The 2021 Ruger/Marlin 1895 SBL is very true to the 2007 design, but there are If your carrier has a worn out rocker, or the lever is worn out, then it will be out of time and not stop the next cartridge from entering the receiver. block of steel (or brass) just behind the shell stop (tang
Im not trying to achieve that level of quality I just wanted a beat around 44 mag lever. The
I then worked the lever five times but only four cartridges were ejected. Any suggestions? There is not much room to play with feeding WFNGC bullets. 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. Please note that I am not a professional gunsmith,
Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. Failing there check the lifter for straightness or excessive wear and the lever cam for wear. If you pull the hammer back you can find grinding marks on the steel under the hammer and if you look inside the receiver it doesn't look very pretty. Work the lever briskly and firmly. as you know the .450 was developed, not to outperform the venerable 45-70, but to put high pressure loads in guns that can stand it. I shot 5 1 to 1.5groups of 5 with it. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. gunsmith. So excited that theyre doing that now. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. You must log in or register to reply here. incoming shell to slip over the front and jam it up tight. carrier from Marlin. Could be that it just needs some lube or something, but if youve only had it for a week maybe call the dealer/manufacturer and see if theres anything they can do for you. The 2021 Ruger/Marlin 1895 SBL is very true to the 2007 design, but there are some changes of note. The gun I inherited wasnt fancy or expensive, Sign up for the Field & Stream newsletter and get the latest intelligence straight to your inbox. It unfortunately may also be a quality control issue. My Marlin can be fired anytime in the lever travel there is .012 thousandths between back of the trigger and the front of the trigger block with the Trigger Happy, Bad trigger. Also, a good cleaning can help some times. What I am after here is good advice. 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. I'd be surprised if they aren't about the same now as they have been for the last 3 or 4 years. One, on the CBC bolt, the ejector hole is below center line of fireing pin vs at center on the 1894c. To remove it I had to remove the loop. The bold, easy-to-see Tritium front sight, was an asset during these drills. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The new version is very close to the original but has been improved in critical areas that serve to enhance feeding and overall function. The Fix for Used Guns Three things are required to fix the problem. otherwise, read on 2) Grind the
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, 3) Bend the
Good luck with your problem. Thanks for the response Marlinman. It may be reasonable for shooters unloading this type of rifle to believe that all cartridges are cleared from the action, when this is clearly not always the case. This retimes the carriers'
IIRC mfg date is 2007. Ruger purchased Marlin in late 2020. I sent it back to Marlin, describing the problem, and they adjusted the carrier so that things would work properly. This allows for the installation of a muzzle break or suppressor. the softer carrier. This
The CBL extractor has a very heavy angle shape to be used in lieu of a qualified gunsmith. It is essentially sizing them down when firing and then little if any rifling engagement. by marlinman93 Sat Feb 09, 2008 11:03 pm, Post My 1895 Marlin Cowboy in 45-70 has given NO problems. Then, as I viewed the open action while working the lever again, I saw the last cartridge being chambered. I worked the cam a small amount then tried it. Marlin 1895 feed problem sandhillmike Jan 13, 2010 Jan 13, 2010 #1 sandhillmike Gone but not forgotten Just purchased a new 1895G yesterday and it won't Position a
I have ran some 240 gr xtreme fp bullets too. This 23-slot rail allows for the attachment of a scout scope, a prismatic sight, a miniature reflex sight, or even a traditional riflescope. Improving and repairing firearms. Production on the new model 1895 began in 1972. photo. WebEventually the gun will jam on anything you feed it and you will need this fix. 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. Official site for collectors of Marlin firearms, Moderators: Regnier (gunrunner), JohnK, Sure-Shot, Post The Marlin 1895 Dark Series suppressor-ready and modern levergun in .45-70! A forum community dedicated to the great outdoors and hunting enthusiasts. It can also be used to hunt any animal walking Earth. I've shot anything from 300's to 600-grainers and never a feeding or extraction problem with either model, due to components or pressure. I only have 44 mag brass. 1. needing help with a new Marlin 1894 44 mag. Eeeeee. Two significant differences. I know I should have gotten the elk on the first shot, but if you never miss, why pack a repeating rifle, especially one that jams. article explains work that I performed to my guns without
I am shooting 300 grain winchester hp's, I haven't had a chance to try any other shells. The carrier(lifter) should have very little wobble left to right. by apb Sun Feb 10, 2008 4:36 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. time will settle downward in the action and again give you the
This is an early '92 and does not have a cartridge cutoff. shiny line will form but it wont be a notch like before. Texas Troublemakers, Posted September 20, 2014. What Gripes me Is the manufacturer and the seller won't stand behind it. I could have bought a Henry 44 but I wouldnt want to beat around the woods with a Henry. I sure wish I could examine the gun firsthand, as I think I've done all I can via this venue. Disassembly and cleaning of the magazine tube, spring, and plunger will usually do the trick. I just cycled 30 rounds through with no problems. Could the carrier pivot screw be damaged or the hole thru which it goes broken out.. Check out the Marlin forums, seems the 94 has always had some kinda jamming problems. This website contains many older reviews. cam is left sharp at the factory (the flaw). I have a marlin 1895 that the rim of the shell gets caught below the ramp on the right side of the receiver and shows some brass rubbing on the other side as well. The 18.5" barrel features the factory sights (with sight hood that is often missing) and has a perfect bore with strong rifling. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. I worked on the cam on the lever that works the carrier. But the forearm has been thinned down and the checkering on the wrist and forearm is much refined. Bullet weight has nothing to do with COAL. heat sinks are very important. I have read that Marlin is producing a better product than resent past years, lets hope that is true. It may behoove you to swap it for another one instead of adjusting anything as this will almost assuredly void any warranty. JavaScript is disabled. When they retrofitted them they got a new ideplate, to eliminate the guide in the plate, and relocate it to the receiver. 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. His boss sent it off to Marlin and took the credit for the "discovery.". If so what is recommended? Webmarlin 1895 feeding problemsmarlin 1895 feeding problems. 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. Marlin lever actions 1870's-WWI, Ballards, and single shot rifles! Is the lifter loose? Though Ruger made some manufacturing changes, such as heat treating before machining and crafting some parts by the wire EDM process, from a functional standpoint the new SBL is nearly identical to the old. A careful observation of the Marlin 39 rimfire reveals no apparent mystery in its design or overall operation. Check the rifling to make sure you actually have some. I had a problem in the recent past where a brand new Marlin 1895 wouldn't feed a round from the magazine to the chamber via working the lever. It Bullet still tumbled with a clean bore which has had the Dura Bore Coat treatment a few months ago. only! I have feeding problems with an 1892 that I recently acquired. Every time the lever is cycled the carrier bounces
LeverEvolution.tried to solve a problem that didn't exist, and created one that didn't. I worked at whacking steel plates from 50 to 100 yards, with single and multiple shots. Simply because it is just plain accurate. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The gun is only a week old so that could very well be the problem. It has worked great since then. 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. The next 3 or 4 rounds chambered properly. 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. Check for burrs/sharp edges on the chamber. you went too far the very first incoming shell will jam as the
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. deal was so good, never bother to look into it just pulled them all and run them through my contender. This caused me great concernespecially since this was not the first time Id encountered this problem. That solved the problem for many hundreds of shots but now it is giving misfires again. To test run a tight fitting patch through the bbl. Since then, lever-action-loving hunters have held their breath waiting to see what Ruger would do with the company, and what would be the first new Marlin introduced. Some procedures described in this article require
carrier in a large bench vice so the pivot hole axis runs
Is this a new model? I had the 1895 and had the same problem and didn't get a 2nd shot at an elk. This article is for entertainment only and is not to
A severely weakened, damaged, or broken spring should be replaced. by marlinman93 Fri Feb 08, 2008 7:13 pm, Post $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. If the problem was due to length o ammo, then everyone with an old 1891 or 1892 would be having the same problem. The Marlin 1895, now offered by Ruger, is a major step forward in lever-action rifle construction and performance. Tools
special tools. Put a single round in the magazine and got all settled. by apb Sat Dec 29, 2007 7:54 pm, Post Hey boingk - it's great you fixed the problem the way you simply did, it really sounds like you dodged a bullet. If you try to work it gently it will jam. above. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. With its reintroduction in 1972 more powerful .45/70 loads, with ballistics similar to Federals 300-grain HammerDown load, emerged. It feels even lighter than that. the dreaded "Marlin Jam" from ever occurring. The gunsmithing required to solve this problem is about as simple as it gets. to be clamped in aluminum blocks for a heat sink. Instead of the white striped XS Sights front sight post, this rifle has a front sight with an integrated Tritium and fiber optic vial. 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. I have put about 50 rounds through the gun now and had about 20 jams. Any loads
caused by an inherent design/manufacturing flaw of the Marlin
I am curious what anybody else has to say about em. The first two
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. It was a weak point in the early guns, and a number of them were sent back to Marlin to be fitted with a cutoff, because of functioning problems. SASS# 99699. I've seen several at cabelas that had half the bore as effectively a smooth bore. Marlin 1895 feed problem I bought a Marlin 1895 45-70 a few weeks ago, I'm very pleased with the gun for the most part, but it has an occasional problem. Not destructive criticism Rosie the reloader convinced me to use a Hornady Press/Dies. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Use the heat and
The barrel is a half-inch longer and the muzzle is threaded and capped. If
My JM stamped Marlin looks better under the hammer but the inside is only slightly better. On my Marlin 1895, I just don't feed them all the way in until the last one. I agree that the quality of the remlins is nothing compared to the old jm Marlins. The action is noticeably smoother, though, and the edges on the large loop lever are radiused. Marlins 1895 SBL is a great shooting, fast-handling, big bore lever gun. I gave up trying after the first
More times than not it gets stuck half way out of the tube and jams the action. Problem
My Marlin 1895 SBL is giving me fits. Where the big differences come into play are its trigger and action. These are loaded to 44 special specs but in magnum brass and to magnum lengths. WebMy Marlin 1895 has problems feeding The gun is only a week old so that could very well be the problem. Every so It has a hooked knife edge, which becomes dull and worm thru fair wear and tear. A forum community dedicated to Mississippi State Gun Owners and enthusiasts. Their forte is dagger-like agility and fast-to-shoulder shooting like you need if youve jumped a whitetail in a clear cut. | This is one reason why it is often assumed the rifle is empty when it is not. bend method described below. Lever was all the way down and now locked up. Disclaimer:
But it is adequate for deer-sized game. Just let that sink in; this is a sub-MOA, big bore, lever-action rifle. The first rifles from the Remington Ilion and Mayfield plants have only fairly recently appeared. Click here to purchase a CD with this and all Kitchen Table
The top tang of the Model 1895 was drilled and tapped for a peep sight. Though this might seem like a flaw in design, I think its a better mousetrap. After cooling try it in the gun. I
Come on folks how about a little help here. I think you've coined a new name/moniker for Remington made Marlin's: Remlin. I've got a total of 6 1891/1892 Marlins, and have never had an issue with functioning that could be related to cartridge length. Package deal with a friend included 200 rounds of lever evolution. just behind the front of the carrier till dull red. I can remove the shell and there are scuff marks on the case where it has entered the chamber. It may not display this or other websites correctly. notch. 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 The lever has a snail shaped cam surface that goes
Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. on the forward edge of the cam. Feb 16, 2010. by apb Mon Jan 07, 2008 3:03 pm, Post The New Marlin 1895 SBL. #5. Sorry to all the Marlin lovers out there, but this is not uncommon. you arent going to do item 2A or item 3. If
Check the screws to make sure they are tight (I have two Marlins and the screws back out on both all the time). your rifle jams you will need to follow the steps outlined
Dont even bother to do them if
Never has offered to jam again. The "Marlin Jam" as it is affectionately known is
Just hate to Marlin get by with shoddy product . Kool! Just saying. Weve all been wondering what Ruger would do with Marlin and it looks like they may have created the finest 1895 ever. On several occasions, customers have brought me these rifles after discovering a cartridge hang-up after clearing the rifle by repeatedly working the finger lever. Your customers who own these rifle should be cautioned that complete opening and closing of the finger lever is absolutely necessary for safe operation. Before I did this, I couldnt make it through 1 mag tube without at least 3 problems. cam. initial pick up height to let one round in and keep the rest
I understand this is a common problem with the bad years, whatever they are. The one problem mentioned was due to a manufacturing fault which was soon corrected. I Put stock trigger back in the gun works fine. 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. Physically had to force the round out of the tube (took quite a bit of persuasion). JavaScript is disabled. I have had a few of those nasty jams with my 45-70 Guide Gun, too. Richard Mann You probably have an odd piece of brass or two in your
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