Marlin Levermatic .22 mag

[kooz]

Just aquired a Marlin Levermatic model 57M in .22 Mag, looks almost like new. I came close to buying this gun a year ago from a guy at work, but declined at the time. Well he mentioned yesterday that he still had it and so I decided to pick it up. This is the first one that I can remember seeing. Haven't decided what I will do with it just yet. Kind of an odd looking thing, but WOW ! can it shoot ! very accurate little gun. For those of you who have them, how do you like them ?

[Harry O]

I don't have that particular one, but I did have the 56 in .22LR and currently have a 62 in .30 Carbine. They are/were both accurate. No complaints. The only problem is switching from these (30 degree or so levers) to conventional (90 degrees or so) lever actions (such as my other Marlins, Winchesters, etc). It takes the hand a while to get the hang of one right after using the other.

[Pete44ru]

A Model 57, played around with in the early 60's, was my edukashunal tool, about how I learned the foibles of firing LR's in a WMR chamber.

The rifle didn't feel a thing, of course.

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[76/444]

22mag is my favorite rabbit caliber of all time!!! Always wanted a 57, but, could only find H&R semi's at that time. Another really excellent 22mag rabbit gun. Good luck with this, it should serve you well !!

[jdad]

I believe I have a vintage Lyman or Redfield receiver sight that will fit those two holes, on the left side of the receiver.

[Noah Zark]

I got a 57M not quite a year ago and "Wow, can it s-h-o-o-t !" describes mine to a "T".

It's the proverbial tackdriver. Funky-looking, yes, but a keeper for sure.

Congrats!

Noah

[azzhandler]

Jdad, if you would like to part with that sight, send me a e-mail id be very interested

james

[uncowboy]

I have had the 22 mag my entire life. I love it so much I bought a 30 carbine and just last week I got the 256Mag. Still looking for the 22 LR. Not a legal hunting gun in NJ but I plan on useing it on Groundhogs and Varmits . Mine is very accurate out to 100Yds. I think you will be happy with your purchase. J.Michael

[jdad]

Jdad, if you would like to part with that sight, send me a e-mail id be very interested

james

James,
Kooz has first choice. I think I have 2. One Lyman and one Redfield. I'll PM you later.

Check your PM.

David