OK.... Still looking for a bolt-action .30-06....
Two options:
Marlin XL7: black synthetic stock, NIB - $210
Howa 1500: wood stock, NIB - $250
Which would you choose and why?
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I'd take the Marlin. I've never handled a Howa - or Marlin bolt-gun, for that matter. But Marlin's levers are absolutely top-shelf - so I'd go with the Marlin.
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"Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life." John 5:24 NKJV
I've heard good things about the Marlin, and planned on buying one, but I would grab the Howa for just $30.00 more IN A HEARTBEAT ... Doesn't mean I wouldn't soemday own the Marlin, but I never thought I could buy them at near the same price.
With the prices you quote you must go for the Howa.
My reason is simple. For way more years than I've heard good things about the Marlin XL7 I've heard GREAT things about the Howa ...
Thanks guys. I wish I had the time and the income to buy both. I've got to sell one of my muzzle loaders to pay for this one.
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"Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life." John 5:24 NKJV
Which one would you choose?
