aethertech: I own a BUNCH of Ruger 10/22's in various models. My factory stock heavy barrel versions of the Ruger 10/22's all shoot as well OR "better" than any of the Marlin Model 60's I have owned in the past.
Notice I said "owned in the past" - the Marlin Model 60 does not hold a candle to the convenience, reliability and looks of the Ruger 10/22's - IME.
Back in the mid-1960's I and my friend were shooting his dads Marlin Model 60 in the back yard when that Marlin Model 60 went full auto for a full tube of ammo!
Scared us youngsters a bit - his father later mentioned he had "worked on the trigger some".
So I guess use caution in that regard.
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy
