Pattern Collecting Marlin Camp carbines! Model 9 and Model 45. They use pistol mags- 1911 & model 59

This review covers the vintage Marlin Model 9 Camp Carbine, a 9mm rifle notable for its compatibility with Smith & Wesson Model 59, 469, and 6906 magazines. The presenter highlights the rifle's Micro-Groove barrel, Buckhorn rear sights, and post front sight with a hood. The review also touches on the rifle's history, including its purchase from Service Merchandise in 1991 and its connection to the late firearms instructor Paul Harrell.

This video reviews the Marlin Model 45 Camp Carbine, a semi-automatic rifle chambered in .45 ACP that uniquely utilizes 1911-style magazines. The review highlights its production years (1985-1999), technical specifications like its 16.12-inch micro-grooved barrel, and features such as a hooded front sight and adjustable leaf rear sight. It also details common maintenance issues, like worn nylon buffers, and suggests upgrades such as silicone buffers and recoil spring kits. The reviewer emphasizes the appeal of magazine compatibility with 1911 pistols for practical utility.

This video presents an expert-level shootout of five Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs) by Nutnfancy, a highly authoritative voice in firearms reviews. The analysis covers performance, ergonomics, and reliability, highlighting the CZ Scorpion EVO 3 S1 as the top pick for serious use and criticizing the Kel-Tec SUB-2000 Gen 2 for critical design flaws.

This review covers range time with a Marlin Camp 45 and an Auto-Ordnance 1911 A1. The Marlin Camp 45 experienced issues with its bolt hold open mechanism and a tendency to shoot high and right due to a rail modification. Magazine reliability was a significant factor, with Metalform 1911 magazines performing better than a Chip McCormick Power Mag. The Auto-Ordnance 1911 A1 also had issues with the Chip McCormick magazine and experienced a front sight failure due to improper installation.

This review covers the Marlin Camp 9 carbine and Smith & Wesson 6906 pistol, highlighting their shared 9mm caliber and magazine compatibility. The video discusses the practical benefits of using firearms that accept the same magazines, reducing carried ammunition load. It also touches on the shooting characteristics of both firearms, including trigger feel, accuracy potential, and ammunition performance.

This video reviews the Marlin Camp Carbine series, specifically the Camp 45 and Camp 9 models, highlighting their 1980s origins and compatibility with 1911 and S&W 59/69 magazines. The reviewer notes their nostalgic value and discusses current market prices, indicating they can range from $700 to over $1,000 in good condition, especially with original packaging.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.