Home Forums Lever Action Central Big Bore Levers Marlin 375 is one worth the trouble?

The OP's already seen it, but here's a little .375 carbine I recently finished up. Originally it was a 22" brushgun with the straight stock and lever, and the wide beavertail forearm. The front sight had been removed and the bluing trashed for a few inches toward the end of the barrel, so I chopped it to 18 1/2" and crowned it using basic tools. Also the straight lever was removed and the rifle fitted for a curved one. That took a couple hours of careful fitting! The buttstock is a 1950's 99F lightweight, and the forearm is a 1940's 99R piece. Both required lots of fitting as well. The scope is a Weaver 2.5x. It shoots fantastic using Sierra 200 grain FP or Hornady 220 grain FP. Being short, it is much easier to carry and shoot. The curved lever and grip make cycling the lever easier. I will spend a great deal of time packing this little Savage for deer and bear.