Smellydog
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Might just need a shim of wet n dry paper buddy.
45-70 Lever Gun
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Morkai
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After looking it up I'm not the only one, see what the RFD says, if they can get someone to sort for me it should be ok.
Maybe even machine out the mounting holes on the sight into a oblong shape so it can be shifted over.
They said they'll contact me next week.
Morkai
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It is only a few degress but once you see it....
Swedish
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I'm not sure, I don't know if the sight screw holes are formed prior to fitting or after? The paper shim has worked as like yours the difference is barely a degree but as you say, once seen... I have heard of people filling the holes using a TIG welder then re-finishing the end of the barrel and then drilling and tapping new holes.
simgre
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That’s an issue with the holes being not drilled straight, I reckon. “Timing” of the barrel cannot be adjusted for that would then kick the dovetail out of kilter for the end cap screw of the magazine tube. Of course, they could always elongate the screw hole in the mag tube, but now we’re getting into the realms of “bodging”, to my mind.
I used to collect Marlins made from anywhere between 1889 and 2009. At one time had 24 on ticket. Now only have 5 of them left, none of them not made in North Haven.
I’m a big Ruger fan, currently own four rifles and one BP revolver by them. But despite how good they are, like most it seems these days, QC and finishing can leave much to be desired. Have a look at the left hand side, too and bottom of a 10/22 bolt, or the raceways on a Hawkeye M77…
Marlin as a marque I think is done…
I used to collect Marlins made from anywhere between 1889 and 2009. At one time had 24 on ticket. Now only have 5 of them left, none of them not made in North Haven.
I’m a big Ruger fan, currently own four rifles and one BP revolver by them. But despite how good they are, like most it seems these days, QC and finishing can leave much to be desired. Have a look at the left hand side, too and bottom of a 10/22 bolt, or the raceways on a Hawkeye M77…
Marlin as a marque I think is done…
Morkai
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There is the dovetail fitting to consider but if that can be machined in some way to accommodate the timing then I'd be happier with a straight sight than the quality of the magazine dovetail.
I'll have to see what they say.
harrygrey382
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Bloody goats seem to be materialising out of thin air. Lucky I had my 45-70 with me while checking fences…
Rutland lad
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Strangely enough, I just shot a friends Ruger number 1 in 45/70 a couple of days ago.
Off the bench at 100m it was accurate, but with a kick. I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate it was.
Freehand at 50m it was a different matter !
Off the bench at 100m it was accurate, but with a kick. I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate it was.
Freehand at 50m it was a different matter !
Andy Mauthe
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Hello, I’m joining the discussion a little late. But if the OP is still trying to decide, I have both a pre Remington but out 1895 Guide Gun with the 18.5” factory ported barrel and an 1895 Cowboy model with the 26” full octagon barrel. Both will shoot about an inch at 100 yards if I’m on my game. I would definitely stay away from anything made during Remington ownership. The quality was all over the place and generally bad. I’ve handled new made Marlins made under Ruger, and the quality is back to a high standard. They are releasing models slowly so you may have to wait for a specific model. Also look at Henry. I have one of their Big Boys Steel action in 45 Colt and it’s a gem. Henry is known for good quality always. They make some nice traditional blued and walnut stocked models that are very handsome.
Morkai
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From what I can tell, they have wound the barrel back to the right position and had it proofed.
You can see here where the dovtail/mag fixing and thread protector are now slighty off, I can live with that if it means having the front sight square.
They must have left the dovetail in place and drilled another hole for the mag tube to fix to it.
Smellydog
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Morkai
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Is that the dogs bed....
Yeah, I have a mischievous puppy on the loose at the minute.
Morkai
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Took my 1895 out today for its first outing, also my first experience of a 45/70.
I think it may be my eyes (astigmatism) and the lighting but the front sight seemed to bend/distort the image of the target. Not sure if anybody else has experienced something similar.
The front sight is quite thick, I may have to scope this or put a narrower blade type on it.
These are my groups...be gentle.
I think it may be my eyes (astigmatism) and the lighting but the front sight seemed to bend/distort the image of the target. Not sure if anybody else has experienced something similar.
The front sight is quite thick, I may have to scope this or put a narrower blade type on it.
These are my groups...be gentle.
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Smellydog
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It would of kilt a deer...
Have you shot it off hand?
Sod the attempting groups.
Put the rifle down loaded, pick it up and shoot, put it down, look at the target, pick it up and shoot.
Do the same off a stick or tripod.
Try imagining a kill zone instead of a target and a critical group.
Yeah, the eyes, mine are bad but you know what, put a critter in front of me and it seems to come together.
Open sights, just line the rifle up with your eyes via the opens then just focus on the target without moving your head.
Have you shot it off hand?
Sod the attempting groups.
Put the rifle down loaded, pick it up and shoot, put it down, look at the target, pick it up and shoot.
Do the same off a stick or tripod.
Try imagining a kill zone instead of a target and a critical group.
Yeah, the eyes, mine are bad but you know what, put a critter in front of me and it seems to come together.
Open sights, just line the rifle up with your eyes via the opens then just focus on the target without moving your head.
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