Marlin Model 97 Cowboy 22 LR Small Game Hunt

Published on April 25, 2026
Duration: 5:46

This video features hickok45 demonstrating the Marlin Model 97 Cowboy rifle in .22 Long Rifle during a small game hunt. He discusses the rifle's operation, including loading the tubular magazine, and shares his experience using it for hunting, noting the need to adjust aim for low-velocity rounds and the rifle's historical lineage.

Quick Summary

The Marlin Model 97 Cowboy is a .22 Long Rifle caliber lever-action rifle, a variant of the historic Marlin 39A. It utilizes a tubular magazine for loading, where rounds are inserted bullet-first. The rifle shown is equipped with Skinner sights, and hunters may need to adjust aim for low-velocity ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Small Game Hunt & Marlin 97
  2. 00:08Marlin 1897 Cowboy .22 LR Rifle
  3. 00:14Goals: Firing Rifle & Hunting
  4. 00:33First Shots After Long Hiatus
  5. 01:14Target Practice Observations
  6. 01:32Sight Adjustment for Small Game
  7. 01:58Low Velocity Ammunition Discussion
  8. 02:14How to Load a Tubular Magazine .22
  9. 02:47Firing .22 Long Rifle
  10. 03:34Successful Shot
  11. 04:04Hitting the Target Directly
  12. 04:20Appreciation for the Marlin Rifle
  13. 04:30Skinner Sights on the Rifle
  14. 04:43Sponsor Thanks
  15. 05:35Conclusion & Next Video Prep

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marlin Model 97 Cowboy rifle?

The Marlin Model 97 Cowboy is a .22 Long Rifle caliber lever-action rifle. It's a variant of the historic Marlin 39A, known for its tubular magazine and often used for small game hunting.

How do you load a Marlin Model 97 Cowboy rifle?

The Marlin Model 97 Cowboy features a tubular magazine. To load it, you drop rounds one by one down the loading port, ensuring the bullet end faces forward into the magazine tube.

What kind of sights does the Marlin Model 97 Cowboy have?

The specific Marlin Model 97 Cowboy shown in the video is equipped with Skinner sights. These are often chosen for their durability and simple, effective design for hunting and general shooting.

What are the challenges of hunting with low-velocity .22 LR rounds?

Low-velocity .22 LR rounds can have more bullet drop over distance compared to high-velocity loads. Hunters may need to adjust their aim, often by holding over the target, to compensate.

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