Was interested in a Marlin 1894 SBL in 44 magnum for the longest time, but Marlin was having problems until Ruger took over the line.

Recently Ruger released the Marlin 1894 Trapper in 357 magnum.  I think the Marlin line will be restored to it's original greatness due to the commitment Ruger has to making great firearms.

BUT, 

Other makers like Henry came out with some really cool lever guns, especially their tactical line of lever actions.

Now I dunno what I like.  Maybe all of them.

It's 20 minutes...what's the truth?
Summarize please.

It's 20 minutes...what's the truth?
Summarize please.

I don't have patience to watch endless YouTube videos so I'll give you my summary:

From a Cowboy Shooter's perspective, the original toggle links (1860 Henry/ Winchester 1866/ 1873) are the best, the Marlin 94 is good, and 1892's (either original Winchester or Rossi clone) are okay. Anything else is bleh.

From a hunter's perspective, the toggle link guns are a bit weak and quite heavy. The Marlin is best if you want a scope, since it can mount a scope in a traditional location. Everything else I know of is pretty good as long as you're only looking to cap a deer.

45 Colt is a close competitor to 44 Magnum in carbines. You can load either to about the same ballistics. 44-40 is probably better than either for quick feeding and preventing blowback to the face on light loads, but has limited commercial support. (If you're shooting volume in any of these calibers, I hope you're reloading.)

It's 20 minutes...what's the truth?
Summarize please.

you need a 44 lever gun

Was interested in a Marlin 1894 SBL in 44 magnum for the longest time, but Marlin was having problems until Ruger took over the line.

Recently Ruger released the Marlin 1894 Trapper in 357 magnum.  I think the Marlin line will be restored to it's original greatness due to the commitment Ruger has to making great firearms.

BUT, 

Other makers like Henry came out with some really cool lever guns, especially their tactical line of lever actions.

Now I dunno what I like.  Maybe all of them.

I recently got a Marlin 44 made by Ruger. the classic model. put a 1-6 LPVO on it. It packs a heavy punch. more than my 308 bolt gun but not as much as a 450 bushmaster

I recently got a Marlin 44 made by Ruger. the classic model. put a 1-6 LPVO on it. It packs a heavy punch. more than my 308 bolt gun but not as much as a 450 bushmaster

I want one for home defense. 

My SW 29 is lonely and wants a partner.

44 or 357 lever guns are the OG PCC 

you need a 44 lever gun

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Could not find a comfortable concealed carry holster for that.