30-30 Hunting Rig Overview

Hey guys! Thanks for dropping by. In today's video we go over our 30-30 hunting rig, how it's set up, and how those features enhance the functionality of the rifle.
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[@UserFormelyKnownAs_hjkh]

One of the things you always here from folks..."lever guns just arent accurate enough for me". I always loved this comment because lets be realistic, 99% of us use our weapons for hunting (and for that matter we arent taking 400+ yd shots, or shouldnt be if youre talking ethics) and thats as serious as it gets. Not many of us are shooting in competitions or making our living from our weapons. Very rarely, if ever, will any of us need our weapons during a home invasion. That being said, i would love to see yall put some proof to that and create a video on how precise a lever gun can be at say 100-150 yards. Beautiful rifle! Thank yall for putting lever guns back in the spotlight!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!! You’re right! People do often underestimate them for sure. We’ll definitely do that! Thanks for watching!!

[@eddonahue2756]

My Marlin shooting LeveRevolution is extremely accurate at 100/150 yards. I haven’t tried any other ammo because of the accuracy. I don’t shoot any deer father than that and the Hornady ammo has proved it will do the job as long as the shooter does.

[@l0rdch40s8]

I only use my Marlin lever action 3030 for hunting, im in michigan and shoot anywhere from 75 to 125 yards and absolutely love the gun.

[@masonwoodman5906]

Never seen a lever not hit a 2" plate at 200 yards. (given the shooter does his part).

[@michaelcribb7205]

Love the set up always love the lever action 30-30 my all time favorite lever action and yours is my dream set up

[@elcoyote9410]

Great build! I'm loving this renewed interest in leverguns

[@harleydavidson8380]

I love lever guns mate, I’ve just ordered a marlin 30-30 dark, I have a Winchester model 94 in 30-30. I’d like another Winchester in 357 or 44 mag and a Henry in 45-70 but getting a Henry in Australia at the moment is like trying to meet the pope

[@RangerPointPrecision]

Great job on your Marlin 30-30 hunting rig!! That's going to be super fun to shoot this Fall. 👍

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!! Oh yeah, it's going to be a blast!

[@thirdeyespirit7530]

Hello there! Hope on building a kit for my 94 CST n 336 XLR. But my funds :/ Cheers!

[@nells3171]

Awesome build, I been wanting to do some upgrades to my Marlin 30-30 and I just got all the motivation I needed 👍

[@AivrySAdams]

This is what I’m asking for Christmas 😁

[@jeffwilliams6374]

Excellent review and the mods you made to the rifle are awesome. Gave me a few ideas. Much appreciated!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much! Glad the video helped you out

[@xeverettx2564]

Super cool gun!!! I’ve always said to my dad wouldn’t it be cool to make a hybrid “tactical” or “high performance” brush gun. So now that I see how to go about it I think I’m going to go ahead with it. The only thing stopping me before was putting the money into buying the base gun to start with. I have a model94 but it’s a family gun that was my great grandfathers and it was the only new rifle he bought for himself in 1955. All his other guns were milsurps, or second or maybe even third or fourth owner guns. He wasn’t a very wealthy man as far as money goes so he always put the family first before ever buying himself a “grown ups toy”. He was a self employed farmer so he grew a lot of the family’s food because it was an orchard and produce farm and as far as meat it was either hunted, caught, or raised and slaughter by him. So yeah I know that’s all a side note but I just wanted to share it because nowadays people dont appreciate Old time stories like that. Bottom line being it was a very special tool to him that he passed down to me when I was old enough to start hunting and shooting. He had a lot of Sons grandsons and nephews he could have gave it to, but he chose me. The gun was 100% original. No different than the day he walked out of the store with it. It has harvested about 53 deer on his farm and still looks almost new accept that marks his huge hands left on the wood from how he held it. So I could go on seemingly forever with these little anecdotes but yes needless to say it’s An extremely special rifle to me and I wasn’t about to experiment with it so I’m now going to pull the preverbial trigger and buy a new one to start building now that I’ve seen another one and know it can be done nicely with out rigging it up because I can purchase very nice production parts for it. So thank you so so much @Wolf’sPrairieOutdoors for making this video. Now I can start my own, a little more modern family gun to one day pass down. Thanks to this video it will be something very special to have in the family along with stories like mine but for a new generation(s) to come!!!! In conclusion my great grandfather said it’s great to have a tradition to carry on but it’s just as important to work hard and make your own legacy to leave as well.

[@Alpha-move]

Excellent build, i am using allot of their parts as well. Gotta say, they seem to offer a superior product. I've looked at multiple brands when choosing parts, i did decide to go with the bigger loop lever from marlin, i like the extra room. I'm a body builder and got beefy hands. Last hunting season i had the orignal u shaped lever and had to sit in the cold with my glove off, so i could fit my hand in. Never again.

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!! lol yeah, the factory loop is just too small

[@erikknight8040]

Love this build series. You talked about the safety delete and marking the action smooth by polishing it but it was not shown. I’m looking at doing a similar build I’m just not a fan of the tactical fore end but it does make your gun look really cool especially for a home defense gun. Overall I really enjoy your channel and I appreciate you taking the time to make these videos. I’m still in the process of hunting down a 30-30 since they are hard to find right now. Once I get my build done I will send you some photos Brian.

[@chipsterb4946]

I agree about the metal hand guard. However, RPP now makes a “cartridge quiver” you can attach to it. Also, I prefer a QD cup for sling attachment on the side of the forend instead of the bottom. I hadn’t thought of a bipod until I saw the thumbnail for this video - probably not something I’d ever need but it is an option. Finally, this guy did a better job of selling the feel in your hand than RPP does.

[@Ultimatereloader]

One of my viewers sent me in your direction, just subbed! I'm excited about getting my first lever gun. This video has given me some ideas :)

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thank you! Check out our latest Defensive Lever Gun series, might give you some more ideas: kzbin.info/aero/PL5_FUX8DYo2h_XbKpmn12kcrRsYqExLcn

[@outdoors76]

That dovetail filler is the best. I have one on my 444P. Will def buy more as i go.

[@buildhuntxplore]

So true!

[@Wesleycreardon]

Thanks for making the lever gun so popular again. You, ranger point, and Costa have effectively made it almost impossible to find a good lever gun now. Haha. I guess that's what I get for being late to jump on it.

[@sinist4r_gr1n14]

Beauty setup!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!

[@jlewice8616]

Most beautiful gun I’ve ever seen

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thank you!

[@detacheddad3396]

“Ethical Harvest” 👌

[@roblowe9283]

You are doing a Great Job !

[@chadwallo8026]

Steinel really does make awesome ammo

[@buildhuntxplore]

He really does!

[@marksmith6435]

Im checking out the hard-core hammer hatchet. Fixing to order one. Nice rifle. 👍🏻

[@SenderBudYerGood]

That rifle looks damn good

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!

[@brodiemoshe9098]

you probably dont give a shit but if you're stoned like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all of the new movies and series on Instaflixxer. I've been binge watching with my girlfriend for the last couple of weeks :)

[@karterclayton6175]

@Brodie Moshe Definitely, I've been watching on instaflixxer for months myself =)

[@hamsack981]

That is awesome to the max.

[@LeggoMyLegYo]

Not sure how often you respond to comments, but I just got my 30-30 as a gift and I'd love to see a tear down/modification video for beginners.

[@magicdaveable]

I have been using a 2-7 Leupold on my 336-30/30 for about 50 years.

[@sanzilla7765]

Great video that laminate looks amazing I wish the fore-guard was laminate also... that would look sweet!!! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!! Yeah it would be pretty cool!

[@PatRMG]

I'll agree that the RPP handguard feels more rounded than it looks.

[@buildhuntxplore]

So true 👍

[@melgozakoki85]

Looks really nice

[@veteranveteran9915]

I have a Marlin 1895 but man that gun looks awesome!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!! Check out my new Marlin 1895 setup, kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4HVh2lrft98ZqM

[@CubsChicago-dd6ni]

Great Review. Would of loved to see your shooting it!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!! Will be soon, life got busy lol

[@CubsChicago-dd6ni]

@@buildhuntxplore looking forward to it! 💯

[@kevinmruel5528]

If you have heavy gloves for Cold weather is why big loop lever action work s but awesome video I love these guns

[@predatorshelby5780]

I just bought a Marlin 336 Dark 30-30 as my first rifle and your build matches what I want to do with mine. Just getting in to guns but one of the reasons I bought this as my first is because all the modifications you've made seem so easy even for a novice like myself.

[@lbjohnson9415]

Dam boy that rifle thick

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!

[@billassande7628]

Just put found a used 336 at my LGS and put it on layaway. Looking forward to building it out as a GP carbine.

[@buildhuntxplore]

Awesome!! You’re going to love it 👍🤠

[@yunassaxer7119]

great gun!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!!

[@tanman7627]

thats cool af on my list

[@kreigthepsycho]

When you boutta hunt witches in the bayou

[@buildhuntxplore]

LOL You had me laughing with this one

[@allamerican504]

That is a beauty

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thank you!

[@vertisce2845]

Is this the 16" or 20" barrel? I tlooks like the 20 but I would love to see how this setup looks with the 16. Also...brown stock/grip on black is king when it comes to guns! But, each to their own.

[@jhuskey8919]

That's wicked cool

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!!

[@someassholeontheinternet1534]

So what part of New England are you from?

[@aaronwilcox6417]

A great set up in that you have a quick detach optic with irons ready to go. Only way to fly. Also the 30-30 in the eastern US is about perfection and far better matched to the game than your 45-70. It doesnt get any better and is 200yd perfection. I would suggest lookjng at Logcabinlooms channel and hes got a video called Sermon On Pinetar. You can treat that wood stock with pinetar/mineral spirits to darken it and make it impervious to weathering. I think youd really appreciate the pinetar treatment. Im not into every alteration on this rifle but overall i think its at least well thought out and mostly practical. It really is a great univeral setup

[@philippefrater2000]

This is my build project this year... 🖖🏻🇫🇷😎🇫🇷😎🇫🇷🖖🏻

[@Ratkill9000]

I'm wanting to do something similar to my Marlin 336 Stainless. As much as I love the wood furniture, I want to bring it up to 21st century looks and aesthetics. Maybe reduce the weight of it too while I'm at it.

[@thirdeyespirit7530]

Oo just in time n awesome vid/rig. Got da Marlin 336 XLR w/ Hornadys 3030 FTX n GMX hunting rounds. Got it sighted in at 100 yards w/ a Leupold Freedom w/ quarter size group :) Hope em monoflex tips put in some work.

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks! Nice! Good luck!!

[@jharlow84]

Love this build! I've watched the entire series along with several of your other videos. I'm curious if you ever did a video on the internal polish job that you mention a few times during this build. If so can you add it to the build playlist or link it in a reply to this comment because I must be missing it. I love your channel, keep up the good work guys!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!! No polish video yet, but it's coming soon! I'll definitely link it everywhere when I do.Thanks for watching!

[@jharlow84]

@@buildhuntxplore awesome, I look forward to it! Thanks for the reply.

[@gilbertcaine9227]

I like your design bro.

[@curtisphillips4497]

hey Brian, I never saw any video of you polishing the action on the Marlin 30-30. I'm in the midst of incorporating a lot of your upgrades on my 30-30 and I am really interested in polishing the action and cleaning it up so it functions more smoothly. Thanks.

[@buildhuntxplore]

It's on my list, just a very involved video and I have a TON going on right now. It'll be soon though, hopefully, haha

[@Highgear145]

I wanna get the .444 Marlin Dark and get this hand guard

[@buildhuntxplore]

That would be awesome! I've heard great things about the .444. I really want one...like so many other calibers, hahaha. Maybe some day! Thanks for watching!

[@harrynelson9203]

I have been a good boy this year 🎅🏻

[@buildhuntxplore]

LOL

[@Alejandro_ZTM]

can you provide a list of all that you added to this rifle? Great looking rifle btw

[@miffoBeast]

yes, I was playing red dead 2, and now im here.

[@tjfrazier2755]

Dude no way me too

[@Win94ae]

Cool! I wish I could deer hunt with my 30-30! Good luck!

[@davidtadlock2238]

Why can’t you?

[@Win94ae]

@@davidtadlock2238 In Ohio, you can only use straight walled cartridges from .357 to .50 diameter bullets; like a 357mag 45-70, 50S&W. I don't make the rules, I just follow them.

[@davidtadlock2238]

@@Win94ae Got you! What's your preferred hunting cartridge given the limitations in OH? I'm in Florida and use a .308. I did hunt with my wife's grandfather in Rochester, NY and there you had to use a shotgun/slug-gun so you are right every state is different!

[@Win94ae]

@@davidtadlock2238 I use a Marlin 1894S 44mag with a scope for low light, and I have an iron sighted CVA Hunter in 45-70 for walking around in the woods. I wish the 350 Legend was around when I was buying deer rifles, but these work well enough. Before we were allowed rifles, we could use shotguns, muzzleloaders and handguns; at that time I used a S&W 686 357mag.

[@richardguajardo2393]

Like the way the rifle turned out, it looks awesome! I'd like to do a build like that soon. I have a question on that scope, if I recall you had it mounted a little forward on your 1895, will the eye relief allow it to be used sort of like a scout scope? I looking for a scope to use on my Marlin 1894 csbl that I can mount a little forward of the peep sight without having to take it off.

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much! It's actually a regular scope, but it worked for me because I generally stayed on the lower powers. If you need the higher powers, you may want to go with a scout scope. I have a Vortex Crossfire scout scope and it works really well!

[@richardguajardo2393]

@@buildhuntxplore Thank you for the reply, I will look into the vortex scope. I'm looking forward to seeing you do some videos on some deer hunting with the 1894 CST and your 336, I think that would be interesting and fun to see.

[@gixxerlouis]

i just picked up a Henry 45/70 with the side loading gate...the gun is perfect right out of the box...ive watched several of your videos and it helped me stay away from the marlin...i wanted a gun that didnt need any mods after buying it...from the trigger to the lever...everything is perfect...and the craftsmanship is second to none.

[@HollerHomestead]

I've got an older marlin 336 in 32 Winchester special trying to decide what to do with it

[@AussieStandsWithRussia]

Gday mate. We love your work down here in Australia. Any chance you could check out the Remington 7615 pump action. It’s the closest thing we can get to tacticool in Australia. Cheers

[@DadBodDrumming]

This is a lovely build. But for 300 miles around me there isn't a Marlin Rifle to be had. All Sold Out!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!! Man that stinks. I wanted to get another too, but same situation here. Good luck!

[@ohshoot444]

I wonder if all the stuff on the inside would fit a glenfield 30. I need to do some work to it anyway.

[@Amundsenrmx71]

It absolutely does. I have all the Rangerpoint stuff for my Glenfield 30. No issues at all. They are identical.

[@toxicslix]

Super cool! I've love to build similar here in Canada...since "AR's" are basically prohibited along with some semi's with detachable box mags.. I'd like to go with the Citadel stock, do you think that it would be uncomfortable vs the laminate one?

[@smokinbutts2]

I have a pre -64 Winchester Model 94 30-30 and it hasn’t hardly been shot. May need to get it out and shoot it. Need ammo!

[@buildhuntxplore]

Very nice! I'm sure it's a beauty. Yep, ammo is the tough part. Check Steinel Ammo, he carries some great stuff. I've got an early video shooting some of it through my dad's Win 94. Great ammo!

[@jacfrost4706]

Any thoughts on using a torch to burn the original stock black? Using this build series to make my first lever gun with a 1968 336

[@buildhuntxplore]

I actually considered it, and am still thinking about that. I just have to find the time to do some practicing and figure out how I want the final look to be. Free time right now is a luxury, haha. Thanks for watching & good luck!!

[@darrenboone681]

Nice rifle. I went with wwg parts. Have another 30\ 30 maybe try. The other one

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!

[@zneal45]

How do you replace or take off the hood on the front sight? Do you have to buy a complete new front sight or can you just take off the hood? Please let me know .

[@jamesgray143]

My heart just flutterd. I cant beleive how beautiful this is.

[@brandtjustsayin]

I just purchased a used 336W today from my local gun shop. Looks like it is a 2017 Remlin model of I'm interpreting the stamping correctly. It's in FANTASTIC shape save one issue; the front sight assembly is loose and wobbly and the screw is cinched down tight. I want to replace the iron sights with the fiber optics and rail you have on yours. Any ideas how to fix the loose sight assembly issue?

[@benforst2287]

nice

[@jukeboxhero1649]

Needs a folding stock and bayonet lug. Muzzle brake too

[@johnbowhunter7676]

Very nice upgrades!..👌...now, how much yont furrit?

[@johnywhat8601]

Thoughts? Red dot sight, at a canted angle?

[@easttxtycoon]

Well won't be doing this to my Winchester but I dig it

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!

[@ralphesca8436]

Beautiful 👌👌👌

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks so much!

[@The10thManRules]

That thing would look awesome with a 20 round smoke Lancer magazine.

[@jeffblaske2908]

Curious how much the whole build weighs, have you put it on the scale?

[@TheAussiePirate]

Are you still going to do a video on polishing the internals?

[@sledzep01]

When do we get the handguard comparison??? Between this and the 357?

[@fredhancz3097]

Thanks for sharing; please help by calling out the rifle in question pertaining to this video!

[@Marcustrismegistus]

I tried to check out your notes on the web page. Not updated yet.

[@FB-pk9ob]

Great Video! Can you tell me the size you are using on the Warne mounts?

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thank you! They are low rings.

[@matthewjohnson2983]

Where did you get that hand guard at? When I go to the ranger point website it says its only available for pre order.

[@christianbarillas10]

The way you put together is just perfect but my thoughts are how much is a bebe like you are showing?

[@trevorpletcher1098]

Ya wish he would do finished build cost.

[@danielmckenzie4227]

What bipod are you running? It was on the thumbnail pic but wasn't covered in the video. Thanks!

[@buildhuntxplore]

That's an Accutac SR5-G2. It's rock solid. Welcome & thanks for the support!

[@theusconstitution1776]

😳NICE LOOKING WEAPON😎

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thanks!

[@InGratitudeIam]

Do you have to worry about galling having the aluminium follower in the aluminum mag tube?

[@buildhuntxplore]

It is something I'm keeping an eye on, just in case. If there is an issue, I'll definitely let you guys know.

[@skylersherman5735]

Are all the barrels on the marlin lever actions the same?

[@Rehd66]

Ah I was immediately bummed when you said thats not the stock that comes with it

[@richardcontinijr9661]

I never noticed my trigger flopping before wonder if it's because it was made decades ago. It's the best $80 I ever spent at a pawnshop.

[@FranciscoGomez-tm3pn]

Any chance you could tell what brand the bipod on rifle in the thumbnail is?

[@buildhuntxplore]

That's an Accutac SR5-G2

[@cezaraugustovitorello]

😍😍😍😍 is there this LOOP LEVER for Rossi 92?

[@D-DAY]

Do you find leaving rounds in the cartridge cuff long term ok or does it cause the loops to loose tension on the round

[@josephsobnosky1429]

I used to have a leather cuff with 6 rounds. I can say that after 30 years, the brass turns green and the leather loops definitely loosen up.

[@TacticalCaveman997]

I definitely need a new trigger on mine but I'm not spending $110 on one.

[@soggyrice02]

She’s gorgeous

[@anorzagaray21]

I didn’t know Matt brown knew so much about guns

[@buildhuntxplore]

LOL I get a lot of different names

[@scottl9308]

The episode notes aren't on your website.???

[@freemaysin5088]

i learned how to hunt with a winchester 1894 30-30 i hear people say they are this or that, or aren't this or that..... its a 1979 NRA model and its never failed, original parts no fail to feed or fire ever. I'm gonna get a marlin and build it similar to this soon as i want to retire my papaws old gun and keep it clean

[@blackwateroutdoors7364]

Help me out. Tried finding the notes on this but it's not on the site.

[@outdoorlife5396]

Are the 1895 stocks and the 1894 interchangeable?

[@calebgoins1]

Why do you have 45-70 rounds on the leather ammo holder on the stock

[@austinrumsey8823]

How high are your scope rings?

[@jmartin9059]

*I have successfully used the 'anemic' Remington 30-30 150 CoreLokt factory loads at 324 yards. Yes, 2250 actual fps from an actual 20" Mircrogroove Marlin barrel seems anemic. Box shows a speed of 2350 'or faster'. Two deer in one shot at 324 yards is adequate performance...even if the bullet seems anemic. I wonder if your all copper bullets are actually better....or, simply more rules compliant ...in UN-LEADED states or areas.*

[@frenchaccent540]

So, how much did Marlin 30-30 cost after all the modifications ? Thank you

[@buildhuntxplore]

I think this one was around $1,400 including the rifle. Thanks for watching!

[@ryanwalters694]

So a $400 rifle and $1000 worth of upgrades. Is there a middle ground? Say around a grand all in??

[@frenchaccent540]

Yes, Marlin 336 Dark, great out of box and can be upgraded further later. Just not available right now

[@shaynelhta]

Just curious, does the "W" stand for walmart?

[@darylnd]

I've greatly enjoyed this series. Thank you for the time and effort you've put into it. Why did you switch from the RPP quiver to the Hoptic? Just curious, I've no experience with either one. That pepper laminate buttstock is SWEET! RPP just shipped my handguard, which is going on a 336SS (stainless steel) with walnut stock. Nothing, not even the black stock, beats the look of your laminated stock with the RPP handguard. If I like the handguard as well as I think I will, I'll order another one for my 1894 .357 Magnum. I've resisted (so far) the quick-takedown screw. My Marlins have regular slotted screws. I have a set of gunsmith's screwdrivers at home, I keep the proper screwdriver (separate from the bench set) for the Marlins in my field cleaning kit and my Bundeswehr-issue folding knife's screwdriver will suffice in any unlikely pinch. Still... I'm looking forward to the lightweight magazine tube and the medium-loop lever when they're back in stock. I'm holding off on the Mason butt cuff until I'm sure I don't need a cheek riser for my optic. My eyes never were great and I'm now at the age where my ability to resolve the multiple front sight posts into one is a sometimes thing. I'll probably go with a forward-mounted scout scope on the 336 and a red dot on the 1894 (with a red dot on QD mount for backup or low light for the 336). I'm told red dots and astigmatism don't always mix but these things can be highly individual--the rangefinder patch on my Leica M10 camera works great for me and I prefer it to autofocus--so I'll need to check it myself.

[@buildhuntxplore]

Thank so much, I'm glad you've enjoyed the project! I switched because I'll be hard on this gun, in thick woods, and the RPP quiver could get grabbed and yanked backwards because it has the single mounting hole, whereas the Hoptic is rock solid. You'll love the handguard!! Lol yeah the quick take-down screw isn't a must, but it's just that something extra that catches peoples' eye a the range. Sounds like some good setups you've got going there! You're going to enjoy the process and they shooting them for sure! I have a Vortex Crossfire scout scope and it works great. Thanks so much for following a long!