Marlin Guide Gun .45-70 25th Anniversary

Published on September 20, 2024
Duration: 13:55

This video revisits the Marlin 1895 Guide Gun .45-70 after 25 years of ownership, highlighting its enduring appeal as a classic lever-action rifle. Hickok45 discusses its handy size, aftermarket XS Sights, and performance with various ammunition types, including Steinel and Underwood. He also touches on the rifle's history and its role in memorable channel moments.

Quick Summary

Hickok45 reviews his Marlin 1895 Guide Gun .45-70 after 25 years, noting its handy size and aftermarket XS Sights. He tests Steinel and Underwood .45-70 ammunition, discussing their penetration capabilities and the rifle's historical roots with Wild West Guns.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Channel Update
  2. 01:20Marlin Guide Gun 25th Anniversary Shoot
  3. 03:17Steinel Ammunition .45-70 Overview
  4. 05:15Underwood Ammo & Guide Gun History
  5. 09:30XS Sights & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marlin Guide Gun .45-70?

The Marlin 1895 Guide Gun is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45-70 Government, known for its compact size and suitability for big game hunting. This specific model is a 25th Anniversary edition from 1998.

What are the key features of Hickok45's Marlin Guide Gun?

Hickok45's Marlin Guide Gun features a 25th Anniversary designation, aftermarket XS Sights for improved aiming, and a ported barrel. It's chambered in .45-70 Government and has been owned for 25 years.

What types of .45-70 ammunition were tested?

The video showcases Steinel Ammunition's .45-70 brass solid flat point rounds (325gr @ 1740 fps) for deep penetration, and Underwood's Extreme Penetrator rounds, which achieve higher velocities around 2100 fps.

What is the history behind the Marlin Guide Gun?

The Marlin Guide Gun concept originated from custom modifications of the Marlin 1895 rifle by Wild West Guns in Alaska, before Marlin began factory production of the Guide Gun model.

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