I have two marlins One is in 45-70 I have a simmions whitetail classic in 2.5X8 with leupold rings and mounts I love this gun and the scope set up works great. I aslo recently got a marlin in .375 winchester I am putting a Bushnelle 3200 series on it in 2X7 I think this set up will work well also due to the scope clearness and water resestance Im using millet rings and mount on this one. I think youll really injoy your new rilfe.