Originally Posted by
Bocajnala
I would look for a used older Marlin in .30-30 or .35 remington. You should be able to get a nice one for less than $400.
-Jake
A BIG DITTO!! with emphasis on an older Marlin in .30/30, or better yet find one chambered in .35 Remington, They can be had pretty reasonable now, but I think it is a gun that is sure to increase in value. jmop