Marlin 1895 XLR in 45-70

ltmlt

March 05, 2011 12:50

Looking to buy a 1895XLR in 45-70.I already have a Ruger #1 in the same caliber but like the lever action.
My question is the Marlin strong enough to handle the +40k pressure handloads that I use in my #1.

Thank you

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  tsr1965

  March 05, 2011 14:03

  NO, in a nutshell. The marlin 1895 is no where near as strong, as the Ruger #1. It might handle a few of the 40K handloads, but it is like driving a Chevy Colbalt 100 mph. It will not last long.
  
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  1KYDSTR

  March 05, 2011 17:28

  Nice analogy, Tim! Check out Ken Waters reloading research for the 45-70 in Pet Loads. He gives a pretty clear pressure capability range for everything from trap-doors to Siamese Mausers. The Ruger is up there strength wise in the IV category, and the 1895 is in the level III...10 or 12 K PSI difference as I recall.

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