35/30-30
Posted: Sun Jul 17, 2011 4:12 am
Has anyone used one of these?
The guys over on Marlin owners have been putting a lot of positive press on the jes rebore guys, who turn (amongst others) 38-55 and 375win conversions from 30-30s. I have been chasing a Marlin 375, but these seem to be priced fairly high due to their collectable status (only produced from 1980-83). So a re-bored 30-30 donor rifle is an option.
However, before going the 38-55 or 375 win route I noticed they had a 35/30-30 available. Various sources indicate they are an interesting wildcat, with perhaps a greater bullet weight capabilty than 35rem due to the 30-30s longer case neck and with a chance to use light pistol projectiles for 50 and 100.
Am I dreaming or is it a feasible/worthwhile option?
thanks all.
The guys over on Marlin owners have been putting a lot of positive press on the jes rebore guys, who turn (amongst others) 38-55 and 375win conversions from 30-30s. I have been chasing a Marlin 375, but these seem to be priced fairly high due to their collectable status (only produced from 1980-83). So a re-bored 30-30 donor rifle is an option.
However, before going the 38-55 or 375 win route I noticed they had a 35/30-30 available. Various sources indicate they are an interesting wildcat, with perhaps a greater bullet weight capabilty than 35rem due to the 30-30s longer case neck and with a chance to use light pistol projectiles for 50 and 100.
Am I dreaming or is it a feasible/worthwhile option?
thanks all.