I have one in 256 Winchester so it is not an apples to apples comparison.
My rifle is one of the early examples which left the factory without a serial number.
I find the short throw of the action to be smooth and quick. I enjoy shooting clays birds on a dirt bank and trying to make multiple rapid fire hits.
I have a straight 4X scope with a flat top post reticule and this little rifle is light and yet has good balance for offhand shooting. It may be the longer barrel helps keep some weight forward.
The trigger is okay with a little creep. I have never had the rifle apart.
I have considered sending my rifle to a smith and having a heavier barrel installed with a better chamber.
My rifle has seen considerable use but it�s accuracy is as good as my two 25-20�s - a Savage Model 23 and a Marlin 1894.
I have a Marlin 1894 in 218 Bee and it is a good off hand rifle if slightly heavy for carrying around. A Bee might meet the need without case forming. I like the lightness of the Model 62 Marlin which feels lighter than the 1894.

Last edited by william_iorg; 02/19/12.

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