Marlin 795 sub $100 rifle shoots pretty well

[rockhopper46038]

This inexpensive rifle continues to impress. I know it doesn't have the aftermarket support to "trick" it out like the Ruger 10-22, but darn if this little plastic stocked marvel won't keep cloverleafing .22lr at 25yrds until you get tired of shooting! I took it out to MCFG to sight in a scope (I just can't reliably see the smallest Appleseed AQT target at 25 yrds any more ) and was pretty happy to see it would keep 10 rounds in a 1" square without any problem. Yeah, I know you 1000yrd shooters out there are putting your nose in the air and thinking "well, that there is only about 4MOA", but hey, I think the cheapie rifles that over-perform their price points need a call-out every once in awhile!

 

[U.S. Patriot]

The 10/22 is over rated anyways. The 597 I had would out shoot any factory 10/22.

 

[sgreen3]

Im a fan of the marlin rimfires myself. They are real nice shooters for the money, hard to beat.

 

[04DarkShadowGT]

My buddy has a tricked out Remington 597 with a laminated stock, carbon fiber barrel, upgraded trigger, etc. I have a bone stock marlin with a walmart centerpoint scope and continually out shoot him. No different if its a decked out 10/22. I mean they look sweet but they arent worth the $$ imo.

 

[alloyguitar]

I've been looking at picking up one of these. I have a marlin 60 that's served me well. Glad to see this is gaining the same reputation.

 

[gunman41mag]

I bought a mint like new MARLIN 60 in the box, guy had shot 2 boxes of ammo, & he said the 22 LR was to whimpy for him, I gave him $50 & it's one hell of a shooter

 

[EdC]

My used Marlin 795 is super accurate, super reliable and a pleasure to shoot! I'm thinking about getting a Boyd's laminated stock for it, but somehow I think it will spoil it. There's something attractive about a rifle that performs great, but that I'm not afraid to get knocked around a bit.

 

[singlesix]

There are many good sub 100 .22 rifle out there; my son regularly clean everyone's clock @ FNS with his Mossberg 702.

 

[Principal Skinr]

Every now and then I see these on sale for $99 bucks. Does anyone know of a deal like that right now?

 

[alloyguitar]

Dicks has some marlins for 99. Not sure of the model, though.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

My buddy has a tricked out Remington 597 with a laminated stock, carbon fiber barrel, upgraded trigger, etc. I have a bone stock marlin with a walmart centerpoint scope and continually out shoot him. No different if its a decked out 10/22. I mean they look sweet but they arent worth the $$ imo.

You buddy either screwed up on his build, or he needs to learn to shoot.

 

[Principal Skinr]

Dicks has some marlins for 99. Not sure of the model, though.

Is that a current deal? I know I've seen this in the past, but their current circular doesn't show this. Maybe it is an unadvertised special?

 

[possum_128]

Myself, I would'd trade my model 60 for 3 10/22's. Mine is a tack driver! And I bought it at the 1500 around 18 years ago for $35.00.

 

[alloyguitar]

Is that a current deal? I know I've seen this in the past, but their current circular doesn't show this. Maybe it is an unadvertised special?

I was in there yesterday, and the one in castleton had 5 or so on the rack all marked 99 bucks. Not sure how long they'll be priced at that, though.

 

[paperboy]

I would like to get one of these and put Tech Sights on it...

 

[BC9]

This inexpensive rifle continues to impress. I know it doesn't have the aftermarket support to "trick" it out like the Ruger 10-22, but darn if this little plastic stocked marvel won't keep cloverleafing .22lr at 25yrds until you get tired of shooting! I took it out to MCFG to sight in a scope (I just can't reliably see the smallest Appleseed AQT target at 25 yrds any more ) and was pretty happy to see it would keep 10 rounds in a 1" square without any problem. Yeah, I know you 1000yrd shooters out there are putting your nose in the air and thinking "well, that there is only about 4MOA", but hey, I think the cheapie rifles that over-perform their price points need a call-out every once in awhile!

I love my 795! It's a lot more accurate than I am. When I don't blow the shot it'll put a hole in the 1/2' bullseye of a Shoot N C at 100 yds. I got the rifle, a Simmons scope, a couple extra magazines, a Marlin soft case and boxes of 4 different kinds of ammo for just under $200. Nice gun for not much.

 

[fireball168]

You buddy either screwed up on his build, or he needs to learn to shoot.

We're you the fellow saying your MP-22 shot 5" groups at 50 yards?

 

[Principal Skinr]

Got a 795 tonight at Dick's! 99 bucks after rebate. Thanks, Alloyguitar!!

 

[alloyguitar]

No problem. what was it before the rebate? I already have a marlin, but I'm seriously considering it for the price.

 

[Principal Skinr]

No problem. what was it before the rebate? I already have a marlin, but I'm seriously considering it for the price.

I can't remember the rebate amount, but it is either 25 or 30 bucks for the rebate. I can't wait to shoot this little gun. I might pick up a Shooter's Ridge 25 round magazine or two, as well.

I'll go with iron sights for awhile, but I'm thinking about a Crossman Centerpoint illuminated scope. I've read this is a great scope for the money. (around 50 bucks.)