Marlin is my favorite repeater. But i do have a Rossi 92 i like ok. Just aint a Marlin. It will do til i can find/ afford a Marlin in 45.
I have three Marlins currently.
336 in 30-30
1894CP in 357
1894 Sporter 44 mag
Then my Rossi in 45 Colt
Lever action single shots, the Ruger gets the nod.