Originally Posted by moosemike
The only thing wrong with a Marlin Guide gun is that stupid hammer block safety. That thing can screw you.


A bit of file work to the offending end and a drop of Locktite as well as a twist to the set screw was all it took to eliminate the hammer block problem. smile



Originally Posted by philthygeezer


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The tenoned inletting on the Marlin would certainly be stronger than the 870’s butt attachment. However, nothing says “can’t lose this” like the stock on that M77, and a M77 Mk II is a pretty tough rifle to better in a bolt gun. It’s not quite as handy as I’d like it to be to suit my preferences, but it’s a much better deal than the typical H&H or 458 type in generally as-issued form.

Last edited by Klikitarik; 07/28/15.
Sometimes, the air you 'let in'matters less than the air you 'let out'.