Marlin Papoose 22LR opinions
I am thinking about buying a Marlin Papoose 22LR stainless steel take down rifle. I would be interested in the opinions of Papoose owners as to the accuracy and reliability of this carbine. How does it compare to the Ruger 10-22 take down? Also, how is the accuracy if the gun is scoped, does it return to zero after the barrel has been removed and reattached?
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I'm no expert but the Marlin has been around a long time for a reason. I think both would serve well for a survival truck type gun. 0 -
They are both great little rifles, but if I had to choose, it would be the Ruger. However, keep in mind that the Ruger 10/22 takedown, while maintaining the 10/22 bloodline, cannot be accessorized, like the standard 10/22's, specifically with stocks.
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I stand corrected. There are a ton of new stocks popping up for the 10/22 takedown! Not sure how easy it would be to replace the takedown barrel system, with the standard type, though.
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quote:Originally posted by tsr1965
They are both great little rifles, but if I had to choose, it would be the Ruger. However, keep in mind that the Ruger 10/22 takedown, while maintaining the 10/22 bloodline, cannot be accessorized, like the standard 10/22's, specifically with stocks.
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They make after aftermarket stocks for the takedown.0 -
I was unaware of any aftermarket stocks for the Marlin...what companies make synthetic stocks for the Papoose? 0 -
I was talking Ruger. 0 -
I have the Marlin Papoose in the blued version. My opinion it resembles
the Marlin model 60 receiver with a barrel sticking out. The sights are
adequate and it's very lightweight for it's purpose. Mainly used as a
survival type .22 rifle that can be backpacked around. The hard part
was getting the barrel nut tight and without scratching the nut. The
wrench would always slip off and scratch the nut. It's accuracy was
acceptable out to 50 yards....it was a step up from a .22 pistol.
I have no experience with the take-down 10/22 but my experience
does include the Browning take down .22 which I liked immensely but
in my younger days sold it, which I regret as the new cost is not
what I care to pay out.
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would a nylon strap wrench work for the papoose barrel nut?? 0 -
mine loosens up too..maybe a little black silicone on threads...shoots Ok...just a little light to hold steady...rather have a takedown that stores in the stock..protected ...all in one 0
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