i have both and prefer the marlins. i like a small scope on most of my hunting guns and the marlin seems more suited for that. plus the marlin seems sturdier. it feels like i'm tearing the guts out of a 94 when i eject shells. kind of like a winchester 97 shotgun. but i also like my 94's. my timber carbine 450 with a scout scope is a sweet little package. the winchesters seem lighter too. you can just about one hand those things.
