Marlin 1897 Lever Action 22 Takedown rifle (39a)

[IrvJr]

Hey All,

i have a Marlin 1897 Texan Lever Action in 22LR rifle. It's basically a Marlin 39A, but it has an octagonal barrel and it has a gold bead front sight (not hooded).

i love this gun. it is a sweet shooting 22. my other 22 rifle is a CZ 452 Mannlicher stocked gun. For some reason, I shoot the Marlin better. At 100 yards my groups are noticeably tighter with the Marlin. The Marlin has a wonderful trigger and it's a really well made gun.

I wanted to use my Marlin .22 for hunting. the gun can be broken into two pieces for packing and for cleaning. I was wondering if it would be wise for me to take apart my gun and store it in my pack (in a padded silicon sleeve or something to protect it from moisture and bumps) disassembled.

Is there any disadvantage to disassembling and reassembling a Marlin 39A 22 rifle on a regular basis? Do I have to be extra careful not to damage the gun while it's broken down?

Thanks!

 

[Pahoo]

This one sounds very much like the Marlin TDS and it came with it's own case. You basically broke down to the two assemblies and stored short and protected. There is always some wear in disassembling and reassembling. I seldom take my 39's apart and mostly for cleaning. Yours deserves better than a sock or soft case. Your sounds pretty neat, so take care of that little beauty. ....


Be Safe !!!