Marlin Model 60 .22 Semi-Auto Rifle

[@timschutte6924]

Im sorry but you made a mistake about the stock factory adjustable rear site. You said its adjustable for windage but it is designed for the distance of projectile, NOT for WINDAGE. Bullet drop, not left and right .

[@314299]

Yes you are correct, I misspoke and said "windage" instead of elevation. The funny thing is that this video has been up for eight years and you are the first person to point that out, and as we all know "the internet" is generally pretty quick to point out any mistakes one makes. Thanks for your input!

[@mic982]

There is a video on KZbin somewhere where windage adjustment can be made by tapping the rear sight with a soft mallet within the dovetail groove. It doesn't take much to adjust it.

[@plamenangelov4691]

Remington Yelow Jacet are 34 or 36 gr, and Marlin model 60 barrel is constructed with 1:16 micro grove twist rate, wich just love 36 gr fast bullets. Best results for this rifle came with all 34-36 gr bullets. The 36 gr Remington Golden Bullet is special made for model 60 by Marlin's order.

[@314299]

"The 36 gr Remington Golden Bullet is special made for model 60 by Marlin's order." Do you have a source for that statement? As for 1 in 16" twist rate, that is the standard twist for .22 LR barrels, and has been for over a century.

[@cocolikesmoney]

@@314299golden bullet is filthy ammo but does shoot well

[@garyr898]

Bought mine at kmart 36 years ago for $79.00 Still works great and provides a meal once in a while.

[@314299]

Good investment!

[@2pugman]

Great little 22. Bought mine in the '60's with the 3X9 scope for $65. It's the step ll rifle for teaching grand children.

[@314299]

+2pugman Be hard to be without a 22 you had for that long.

[@starbuckroad]

For a practical gun, these are hard to beat.

[@314299]

I agree.

[@mic982]

Earlier models were often stocked in birchwood and some were press checkered. I bought one new in 1976 for $65.00 Barrel lengths varied. Originally these were made in New Haven Conn. One variant was the Glenfield model 60, also made by Marlin. A very successful and highly sold model that shot very well with the Microgroove™ barrels. Not sure they're made anymore, alas.

[@topturretgunner]

I’ve got a 1975 production “Glenfield” Marlin Model 60 made in Connecticut. 18 round capacity 22” barrel with full length magazine tube. It’s a great shooter. Very accurate and kept clean never a problem. If you ever have the opportunity to get one of the older ‘Glenfield’ model 60’s produced by Marlin in Connecticut perhaps you could do a then and now comparison between the two. 22 or ammo is somewhat dirty burning ammo and it may require more frequent cleaning with a semi auto. I’ve no scope on my rifle and with my aging eyes I’ve not tried anything at 100 yards. With this being an older rifle I’ve not noticed any cycling problems with the action as yet. Thanks for a good review. You’ve got an accurate rifle there.

[@314299]

I'm pretty happy with this rifle, it works well and is plenty accurate with the right ammo. I certainly would like an older "Glenfield" to try, but around here they don't come up for sale very often, I think they are one of those rifles that people hang on to. Thanks for your comment, cheers!

[@LouStoriale]

I own one... have had it for about 16 years. I love it. It is absolutely accurate and never misfeeds unless I have subsonic rounds - which is likely because I rarely clean this gun adequately. I just put a picatinny rail and a fantastic Simmons Scope (over 150 4.8/5 reviews). Can't wait to sight it in for this scope.

[@314299]

I am also guilty of not cleaning 22 semis as often as I should, I generally shoot them until they start to malfunction, then I clean them.

[@Farbar1955]

I have the U.S. Calvary Commemorative limited edition Marlin 6082 which is the Model 60 built in 1982, given to me by my Dad for Christmas that year. It has the 18-shot tube magazine and a 21-inch barrel. Like someone else said below, I won't be giving mine up until I have to and it'll go to someone else in my family who'll appreciate it. It's in great shape and a fun rifle to shoot.

[@314299]

Cool, sounds like a real keeper.

[@Ian-qf7dw]

What about that spring in the magazine

[@Ian-qf7dw]

What about that spring in the magazine

[@marcussmith9804]

I have a marlin or glenfield model 60 with the oak leaves carved in the stock, it holds 18 rounds. Very nice gun.

[@314299]

Any idea when yours was made?

[@marcussmith9804]

It was made in 1975.

[@Rec483]

I have same , made 1978 from what I can tell

[@liljimitwofeatherz9735]

​@@Rec483I do also 78 with a medallion

[@shawn4900]

The thunderbolts are a very underrated round imo. They often group well and cycle my ruger 10\22 and also perform great out of my bolt marlin xt22tsr. Aside from the one under powered round your group was one of your best on this day

[@supermoon1430]

I’ve also never had problems with them and great accuracy

[@Jewelrymaker]

I love my Marlin 60, made by Remington. Getting great groups with cci's at 100 yards.

[@314299]

+Ken Sanders What sort of group size at 100?

[@harpazosnatched2247]

Ken is cci a brand or is it like a super x cci. Never shot a cci. Thanks Sir

[@dpo628]

My dad bought me one for Christmas in 1984. Still have it and will never get rid of it.

[@314299]

Nice.

[@catsandcarsringtailgang6188]

I bought exact same rifle, think I paid $140 no box from dealer at gun show. Previous owner maybe shot a box thru it. I've yet to try it. Beautiful wood

[@314299]

That's a great deal on an almost new rifle. I'm sure when you get around to trying it you will like it.

[@catsandcarsringtailgang6188]

@@314299 yes, thanks. I'm sure of it. I've bought many before I retired, gave away a couple as gifts to reliable friends birthdays & such. Besides the pretty laminated one I stumbled across one brand new in the box, birch wood stock while cleaning up back room. I have 18" in plastic stock had less than 50 rnds fired. A nice 1989 22" gold trigger, walnut press checkered stock 14+1. And a new in the box stainless with scope, walnut stock. And a 795 which I recomend in plastic, walnut is way nicer. I Like collecting. I have too many Rossi pump 22's also, they are fun. I'm very comfortable reworking trigger slop, & broken parts.

[@Tula1940_LB]

I bought one at a pawn shop as my first rimfire rifle. 1985 produced, micro grove rifling, 18rd tube, last shot hold open.... $95 can't beat it

[@314299]

Sounds like a good deal.

[@tcswag801]

Thanks . just bought my son a used marlin 60 22lr for his b-day . came with scope / mounts and sling kit . awesome upload I own several guns but no tube fed rifles like this . it's different and kinda cool . thanks again for the info .

[@louwilson0906]

I recently bought a Marlin 60 synthetic stock and the 2 screws have allen heads. None of my Allen wrenches fit. Want to go out and shoot it but waiting to get correct allen wrench so I can get familiar with taking it down and reassembling it after I shoot it so as to clean it after shooting 200 plus rds. Hope to hear from you, Lou W.

[@314299]

If your Allen wrenches are standard/imperial size and don't fit I would suggest trying metric to see if one of those fits.

[@Kingwoodish]

Good review! A fellow can't have too many 22 firearms! I happen to have an older Glenfield Marlin model 60. It's a transitional model with 22" barrel, holds 18 rounds and has the last shot bolt-hold-open feature. It was made in Marlins New Haven CT plant. Very accurate gun. Mine does well with CCI Blazer and CCI Mini Mag ammo.

[@314299]

The only problem with too many is where to store them! CCI ammo is generally top notch stuff.

[@BigMamou367]

I had to load mine tonite. I had forgot how to. So glad I found this video!!!

[@314299]

Glad the video is still proving useful to folks.

[@regsparkes6507]

Yessir the model 60 is a great gun. I am one of those who was not fussy when I heard that Marlin had been sold to Remington. But I`ll keep shooting my Marlin`s. I always liked them and will for some time,...hopefully. Thanks for the video and information. Interesting as always.

[@314299]

+Reg Sparkes I really have very little experience with Marlin firearms, especially considering how long I have been shooting.

[@politicallyunreliable4985]

Another advantage of the tubular magazine, over the detachable box, is that the rifle will have a slightly lower profile. Plus, there are fewer things to catch on clothing and other random items. If you want faster loading in the field, there are many recommendations. My favorite is using clear flexible tubing to store the requisite number of bullets per tube used. Other KZbinrs have videos explaining this.

[@314299]

Yes, tube mags are much less "sticky out" than detachable box mags. I had a buddy who used to make tube type speed loaders for his lever action .357, personally I have no need for speed loaders for this type of firearm.

[@politicallyunreliable4985]

Agreed. Yes, their use would be very limited. However, it might be an idea for someone to use for rodent hunting. Especially in the winter. Loading a .22lr tube in sub 20°F weather is less than fun. This is coming from Wisconsin after all.

[@Capt_Killingfield]

Beautiful rifle! I really like that laminated stock. I just bought a 60 a couple weeks ago used from a private seller. Did the nickel trick and also polished the bolt and internals. It had the black synth stock. I got an 80's era stock from eBay and am currently refinishing it. Unfortunately it's Birch, so its not nearly as nice as yours. But I like it, it has a rustic charm.

[@314299]

Not everyone likes the laminate stock, but I think they are quite nice. I got lucky when I purchased this rife as it was priced the same price as the basic plastic stock, which I think was a mistake but the shop let me have it for the lower price. I wonder what the future holds for the model 60 now that Ruger owns Marlin?

[@Capt_Killingfield]

@@314299 I'm really hoping that at LEAST the quality control goes up. With my particular rifle, the front sight is canted clockwise a few degrees, and the tube mag isnt centered in the dovetail. The end of my barrel looks twisted. No matter, I added a much better scope and mount.

[@kimtaylor479]

Have a birch stock on mine as well, trying to refinish is a real pain.

[@nicholecrouch311]

I got a 1977 model 18 shot and I like it more everything is metal and flatblade screws lol plus the longer barrel I won't ever sell mine the microgroove twist rifling is what gives it an edge on accuracy over other 22's

[@157dodgers]

thinking of purchasing my first gun and I am really considering getting this one.

[@314299]

+157dodgers Mine seems like a decent working, reliable little rifle. I think it would make a good first purchase.

[@usmchs2993]

use both, but ruger 1022 is easier to upgrade and has more accessories.

[@zackkoble]

My first gun was a mode 60. Great gun to learn with and rounds are so cheap

[@gilterdonizete9604]

Excellent accuracy, beautiful rifle. thank you

[@314299]

+GILTER DONIZETE It's shoots pretty well considering the price.

[@Kendallsworkshop]

I am trying to find some info/opinions on unloading this gun. As he mentioned its almost impossible to keep your hand out of the firing line of the muzzle when taking out the tube. So say i have a few rounds left in the tube and one in the chamber, ideally i would empty the tube and then cycle the last round out of the chamber but this puts my hand in front of the muzzle with a round in the chamber. Only other option is to just cycle them all out which seems to be the safest option just not the most convenient. Curious if any thoughts on this. Not interested in "just shoot till its empty", keep seeing that comment on forums but thats not practical sometimes and is a waste.

[@314299]

Putting the rifle on "safe" and then cycling the action until empty is probably the safest course of action.

[@Kendallsworkshop]

@@314299 Yeah i agree that seems to be the only option. Thank you.

[@bobbymcguyer]

Can the sear on this rifle be filed to be smoother?

[@314299]

I would not recommend filing on any firearm sear, that could lead to accidental discharges. Carefully smoothing the contact surfaces with a fine whetstone might improve things a bit, as long as no material is removed and the surfaces are only polished.

[@bobbymcguyer]

Thanks for that reply and advice.

[@delbertreno7971]

Marlin closed it's factory in Mayfield Ky. where that rifle was made several years ago and I believe they now manufacture them in Huntsville Al

[@314299]

Interesting. Thanks for the info.

[@rbm6184]

Thanks for sharing. Have been thinking about a brand new Marlin 60. I do know Remington bought out Marlin and am wondering if the quality of the Model 60 is kept in the new production series or if the quality will be lost. The bold handle is now metal so maybe not a bad thing there. I do know several things have changed on the 60 and not for the better. A plastic trigger assembly is stupid and asking for trouble as is an Allen hex head take down screw that will make a field strip even more tedious. It is starting to put me off of this proven design that is now being degraded by Remington. Remington should have left the rifle alone rather than mess with a proven design and they will lose sales because of it. Please keep us informed of any failures for the long term function and reliability of the rifle. Thanks. Might be opting for a used 60 instead. I see more and more folks going for the older used firearms that are better quality than the new ones.

[@pauliewalnuts1949]

+RB M : Just a few things. I have one which was assembled from marlin parts in the remington factory a couple of years ago. I have fired a few thousand rounds out of it. Except for two split cases from thunderbolts, I have not had any failures at all. I have used model 60's for a couple of years short of 60 years and always been happy. The newest one is no exception. I replaced the take down screw with a readily available black metal screw from a big box hardware store very early on and although I have never felt the need to field strip it in the field the thought is there. I just sent off the action for trigger work and am waiting for the mailman as we speak. Even with the additional money for the trigger work. I feel this is one of the best values out there. With my trigger work it is still almost a hundred dollars less than my son in laws 10/22 and he spent $75 for the bx trigger on that too. IMHO just buy one you won't be sorry.

[@rbm6184]

Thanks for the reply. Yes I thought about replacing the Allen screw also but I feel that I should not have to do that. If the new Remington/Marlin rifle is so good then why did you have to send off for trigger work? Did the trigger malfunction or fail? I just would really like to know about its reliability. If its reliable then I might still buy one for that low of a price. Thanks again.

[@pauliewalnuts1949]

RB M: A few cents ($0.79 ) so all I have to carry in the field is a swiss army knife could not be considered a big deal. I think they use Allen screws so they can assemble quickly in the factory, only reason I can think of. Next, why did I have a trigger job done? I am an older guy with arthritis and any extended shooting is quite painful and takes all the fun out of plinking or target shooting. the work was less expensive that the "drop in" BX trigger that is quite popular with 10/22 folks (and yes I also own a number of Rugers). I have over 3000 rounds through my rifle with only 2 failures both due to split cases on crappy ammo. I routinely shoot less than an inch at 50 yards with this rifle on the range and keeping in mind this is a sub $200 rifle that is mighty good. It is also very deadly on small game in our area. For longer distances, I use a marlin xt17 it has been flawless in though thousand of of rounds and recently for longer ranges put a hundred ground squirrels to sleep. good luck and good shooting

[@rbm6184]

Ah. Okay. I understand. No trigger problems. Just a trigger adjustment for disability. I will probably go ahead and get one at that price anyway. It would be a good second to my Winchester Model 190. The 190 can shoot under an inch at 80 yards with iron sights. But my eyes are older now and I doubt I could do what I used to when I was younger with the 190. Thanks for the hands on information.

[@pauliewalnuts1949]

I have now had (one of the first "remlins" )for the better part of 3 years, with the exception of the aforementioned plastic trigger guard which was replaced when I had some trigger work done by arrowdoger. I got an "old / new" metal one from Midway for a very reasonable price. That being said. I have over 5000 rounds of rugged use through my rifle with only a couple of FTE's and those were due to crappy ammo splitting their cases. It is a takcdriver for sure it always, in my hands, gives ¼" moa at 50 yards and 1" moa at 100 (when the wind cooperates. ) So, the barrel with microgroove is the key not the other things.

[@leroywinnie8300]

The 19 inch barrel is pretty hefty and is a semi bull barrel with the grooves are pretty accurate out of the box.

[@314299]

Yep.

[@niteriderwm]

The only thing I have against Marlin Rifles is that Marlin and other aftermarket manufacturers of Stocks refuse to produce Super Cool Laminate Stocks for Marlin bolt and Semi auto 22 cal rifles. I've had my 880 SQL for more than 20 yrs and I'm now attempting to go beyond 300 yds when the weather finally cooperates. Rain and High winds do not favour a 22 cal long rifle pellet. I do have part one posted on You Tube , out to 300 yds just follow my name and its there...SURE WISH MARLIN would pay attention to the aftermarket stocks

[@314299]

+niteriderwm Ruger seems to be in a whole different category when it comes to aftermarket parts and accessories, next to nothing by comparison for Marlin rifles.

[@knight5188]

Glad to see the ammo for these are actually sold on shelf's now these past couple years its been hard to find! I have this amazing gun btw

[@314299]

There seems to be lots of .22 ammo on the shelves now as the hoarders and re-sellers finally got all they could manage and demand came back to normal levels.

[@scottrussell8139]

have been looking for over a year for a wood stock 60,, have had a synthetic for a long while now,,, was my first rifle i bought back in the 70s,,, i wanted another 1 and got a new 1 today

[@314299]

The solid wood or the laminate stock?

[@scottrussell8139]

@@314299 wood

[@magnacartasamadams8189]

I got the one with the squirrel engraved on the stock Great rifle Did you know if you pull the charging handle out it's a bolt hold open I'm sure I have about 100000 rounds through it and it's not even close to being worn out The bolt likes to freeze up when it gets dirty though Mine is made a little different No plastic on it No bolt release

[@msgtgb]

Love the Model 60! Mine likes Federal Champions and will put them in at an inch at 50 yards. Now if I could just find ammo! It is getting a bit better down here in the states but I fear it will never be like it was prior to 2012.

[@314299]

+MSgt GB I expected the Federal Champion to shoot better than it did, it is generally a good performer in most guns. Just shows how individual .22's are in their ammo preference.

[@Tinkering902]

Have your groups tightened up.as the barrel was broken in?

[@314299]

I dont think .22 LR barrels ever "break in" like a center fire barrel with jacketed bullets does.

[@pelhamsaquatics]

The rem yellow jackets are my fav 22lr rounds as well. Very nice review and shooting thanks !

[@314299]

Yellow Jacket ammo certainly shoots much better than the other hyper velocity that I have tried.

[@2pugman]

I still have it. Had to convert the 18 rnd tubular magazine to a NJ legal 15 tube.

[@314299]

+2pugman Apparently that's why they now make them all with 14/15 round capacity and the shorter 19" barrel to match.

[@shut_up_n_diie7895]

I can’t find my model anywhere? Its a marlin 700 micro groove .22 LR only. Do I have something rare?

[@314299]

I'm no expert on Marlin markings but I rather doubt that any Marlin semi auto 22 could be considered rare.

[@shut_up_n_diie7895]

@@314299 lol rare, limited, ect. It’s a .22 rifle I’ve had it for over 30 years but can’t find any pictures or videos of it anywhere. Great gun and very accurate for a 22.

[@midnightcelexa4366]

Do you have to load all 14. Can you just put in 5 bullets

[@314299]

+Jordan Ward You can load anywhere from one to fourteen rounds.

[@pauliewalnuts1949]

+Jordan Ward Our range only allows a 5 shot load out and it functions fine.

[@teamrebuilt5407]

I love mine! But mine was made in 1980 and it has the 18 round mag tube :P Got it for $100 at a gun show and it was the best $100 I’ve ever spent!!

[@314299]

It's hard to get any gun at a gun show today for $100.

[@IEraiderfan]

I have two of those rifles they are good shooters.

[@314299]

+Lou Flores It would probably be better to have an older 1960's or 1970's version than this new Marlin/Remington version, but it will do for now.

[@IEraiderfan]

+314299 Shooting Channel I should have said they are the older rifles One of mine is a Marlin Glenfield I picked up in 1976-77 the other is newer 1988. My Father bought me my first 22 I think 1966 a Western Auto Supply Revelation It has no serial numbers looks like the model 60 I should dig it out from my gun safe.

[@314299]

+Lou Flores I should keep my eyes open for an older one might make an interesting comparison.

[@IEraiderfan]

+314299 Shooting Channel Yes there have been changes mainly the internals the Cartridge Lifter, Ejector/Lifter Spring and the Feedthroat. other things stocks sights and trigger assembly mainly the materials used on the newer models. Enjoy your 60 thanks for the video.

[@abrb1223]

314299 Shooting Channel Just picked one up in here in Michigan for $104 out the door. Has an old Beeman Blue Ribbon 10x40 on it. Not sure what year yet.

[@dj30269]

What kind of scope is that and do you like it? Thanks

[@314299]

It's a budget 3-9x32 "Ravage" brand scope, made in China. Cost about $65. For the price it works well. www.belloutdoors.com/category/25-scopes

[@garageguy879]

That brown laminate stock is IMO is the best looking stock on any model 60.I like tube fed much better than magazine fed,,get yourself one of those Spee-D-Loaders & load your tube in 1 second.The only complaint I have about the Model 60 is that flimsy trigger guard and one of the take down screws goes through the back of the trigger guard.When putting it back together after cleaning,if you tighten that back screw just the least bit too much,it will crack & break..Good video.

[@314299]

+garageguy879 Good point about the plastic trigger guard, good point about over tightening that screw, have to be careful of that when reassembly is done.

[@brandanw9425]

+garageguy879 and there is no sling mounts anymore for when you have to go no hands while hunting

[@314299]

+Brandan Weaver A sling is one of the most useful things to have on a rifle.

[@garageguy879]

+Brandan Weaver very true,,.I have the Model 60 SN(synthetic stock)which has the holes to attach sling swivels which I would take hunting.To me that laminated stock is way too nice to get scratched or nicked up while roaming around in the woods

[@harpazosnatched2247]

Plain is good. I like my older model got it when I was 10 and I’m :59 now. I may need a scope I can’t see the end of the barrel sight and getting it on the target. Just my eyes not as good as when I was younger. I think mine holds 18 rounds. Never really counted it but it’s at least 17 for sure. Can you tell me what is the best ammo for these guns super X seems to work good but what’s your opinion. Thanks for your help.

[@harpazosnatched2247]

So Remington.

[@harpazosnatched2247]

I also have a Ruger 2 does the ammo differ from pistols to rifles or if one works good in a gun it will do the same for a pistol. Got the pistol in 1990. Thanks

[@gph9674]

Have one from '89. Excellent plinking tool.

[@314299]

+GPH Probably a bit nicer put together than today's version.

[@gph9674]

I think I paid about $90 for it on sale. Definitely prefers high velocity ammo. CCI, Remmington, Blazer. Anything but Winchester's 333 or 555. Always have issues with that ammo in 22lr auto's. Have noticed that the new CCI mini mags are not the same stuff I got used to. Thinner brass now makes it prone to bend as it loads into the chamber.

[@msoutdoorsramage6513]

hey i'm having trouble putting the pole back in the chamber it won't go all the way down to twist if u know what i mean can u help me

[@314299]

Without being able to handle the rifle I can't say that I have any idea why it would do that.

[@ian281]

The mag tube?

[@msoutdoorsramage6513]

Daux1 Auxter yes but i have figured it out thank u tho

[@lilrahty2829]

What kind of scope or sight is that and where can I get one similar to that one at

[@314299]

The scope is generic Chinese made 3-9x unit (the brand name is "Ravage"), it is mounted in a set of Weaver rings. While it is cheap scope it works decent, however I would recommend getting something from Bushnell instead as they have a good warranty on their products, which is worth the slightly higher price.

[@jordanaug81]

I've got the same one with the same beautiful wood laminate stock. Great .22 but my sights were/are all jacked up and haven't bothered to fix them, I just threw a scope on it. Can the magazine tube bracket pin be pushed out to put a sling mount on it?

[@314299]

There are kits to allow mounting the sling to the mag tube but a lot of folks find them unsatisfactory. Probably better to mount the front sling to the stock instead.

[@paulamericanfreedom2615]

Love mine, it loves cci ammo. Accurate and very fun

[@314299]

I'm not surprised as CCi ammo is generally very good stuff.

[@adrianoduarte1912]

nice video friend..I'm from Brazil and I wanted a tip from you, you know a lot about guns, which would you recommend me with a 22 marlin rifle or a nylon 66 remington ??

[@314299]

Both are certainly good rifles, but as the Marlin are a more recently produced rifle I think I would go with it as there is better selection of parts an accessories if you need them. However both are accurate and reliable and I don't think you could go too wrong with either,

[@zeeosix]

Is that a 32mm or 40mm objective scope you have mounted? I'm trying to decide on a scope, and figure I would need medium height rings for a 40mm objective and might get by with low rings if I went with a 32mm objective scope. I plan on getting the model 60SB which has a fold down rear sight, so that helps provide more scope clearance too. Also you said you have Weaver tip-off (dovetail style) scope rings - do you know the part number for them? Thanks for any info on the scope mounting.

[@314299]

It's a 32mm with low rings. Sorry, I dont know the part # for the rings as the package they came is was discarded.

[@gilterdonizete9604]

Wonderful, excellent weapon. thank you

[@314299]

Thanks for the comment.

[@deasttn]

I'm wanting a 22lr semi rifle and can't make up my mind which one to get for plinking? Cheapo $99 or the Ruger or this Marlin?

[@deasttn]

@Bulls eye $99 is a Rossi

[@75mrme]

Very nice setup!!!

[@314299]

Thanks.

[@goindownhill1116]

Thanks for the ammo test. Always interesting.

[@314299]

No problem, thanks for the comment.

[@Not_Owens]

I have the old one with the 22 inch barrel. Which is more accurate

[@314299]

There would be no particular difference in accuracy between the shorter and longer barrel versions.

[@RussellHoughton]

Looks like a great little shooter

[@314299]

+Russell Houghton (Russ303) It might be more accurate than I was able to show, the scope I have on it is not a terribly good one.

[@onmilo]

+314299 Shooting Channel Nap, my Synthetic stock Model 60 shoots about the same. Sometimes I hit thee squirrel in the head, sometimes I hit the squirrel in the chest, sometimes I miss completely.

[@onmilo]

+314299 Shooting Channel BTW, have you noticed the newest made .22 ammo, regardless of manufacturer, shoots about as consistent as a water clock?

[@314299]

+onmilo Interesting. I expected a little better, but considering what the rifle sells for I suppose I ought to be happy.

[@314299]

+onmilo I've not fired much of the recent production .22 ammo, most of the .22 I have was bought before the last panic buying made it almost unobtainable. I expect the manufactures of 22 ammo have little incentive to make good ammo when they can make junk and still sell it as fast as they can make it.

[@barnaclehead8449]

How much recoil does that gun have?

[@314299]

Recoil is next to none.

[@liamanderic99]

I have both the CZ511 and the Marlin Model 60. What would you consider each rifles strength and weakness?

[@314299]

The main issues with the CZ511are the difficult to find and expensive magazines and the somewhat gritty trigger. The main issue with the Marlin is that the accuracy is just OK, not excellent as the CZ is in this regard.

[@MNDood2122]

i have a marlin model 80, no idea if its a d, dl, or c but i know it was made in the 60s (or before) as there is no serial number and it has the target in the stock. it likes the winchester copper plated hollow points, i had some federal blue box and it was all over the place. what do you think about aquila? i picked up 100rds to try and haven't got around to shooting it yet. also got a federal bulk pack im gonna try. any info on some good ammo or anything about my weapon would be nice to know, thanks!

[@314299]

Aguila makes good ammunition, but of course the only way to see what your rifle "likes" is to a variety of different loads in your rifle. If i were to suggest any particular loading to try it would be CCI subsonic hollow point, that stuff shoots exceptionally well in any rifle I have tried it in.

[@Tess_untamed]

Just so you know it is 14+1 round. So you load one then add one more to the tube. Yours has the same dark stock as mine does.

[@314299]

Yeah, just as long as you get that "extra" round by manually placing it in the chamber after filling the mag tube. Dont try to "top up" the mag tube with a chambered round or you'll be pointing a loaded gun at your hand when you pull put the magazine follower tube.

[@chuenouxiong]

Mine loves mini mag, half inch groupings

[@314299]

CCI Mini Mag is a good load and shoots well in many rifles.

[@MyHollowpoint]

I love that rifle and have had one for years. Worth getting. Is the safety actually in the safe position now?

[@314299]

+MyHollowpoint Somehow I did not end up with a model 60 until recently, should have bought one years ago. As for the safety I put it to the "safe" position at 5:03.

[@314299]

+72darkf Those are nice.

[@deanflewelling8702]

Have the identical one love it

[@Hungrybird474]

Older ones have flat head screws on the bottom I think 80 s and earlier

[@314299]

Yes, the older ones have flat head screws which look more "proper" on a firearm, but the current type are perhaps better as they are less likely to get buggered up.

[@chrisjh3578]

what is the size of your dailtails? Is 3/8 or 11mm?

[@314299]

3/8"

[@chrisjh3578]

thanks I bought 3/8 like 2 weeks ago and mine don't fit.

[@kalonjohnson28]

What type of scope mounts are those

[@314299]

They are Weaver part #49819.

[@scottrussell8139]

i just really looked close at the stock color,,,,,, love the color

[@314299]

Yes it's handsome stock.

[@davidgoodwin8641]

Got one in the 80s great gun for less than a hundred bucks came with. A scope

[@Windyhillfarm71]

How far was you shooting

[@314299]

+ONEMANGARDEN 1971 Fifty yards.

[@crazyhorseaz4280]

Got an old one 60ss good gun, I hear the new ones not so good, but just hear say, mine will shoot anything. Good luck,

[@314299]

I've heard that but mine is a new production one and it functions quite well.

[@dennisdehart7451]

If the bolt is forward I can put 15 rounds in the magazine. I don't know why it just works.

[@314299]

The lifter is not in the same place with the bolt forward, this makes room for one more round.

[@Hungrybird474]

Does it say micro groover barrel? And is barrel 22 inches long ? Yup it does , awesome 👍👍

[@314299]

Yes the barrel is Micro-Groove rifling, it's nineteen inches long. A bit odd that they went with that length and not eighteen or twenty, perhaps it had to do with the mag tube.

[@REMNLY82]

Wow wild cats, I remember those. Haven't seen them in probably 20 years.

[@314299]

+REMNLY82 I've shot lots of Wildcat ammo over the years, usually it was more accurate than this batch, but to be fair I did only pay $15/500 for it.

[@marktheo1563]

Wildcats are old unless the new copper plated ones. Marlins shallow 16 land 16 groove micro groove(1 in 16" twist) generally does not like plain lead rounds with no copper plating. The new copper wildcats zing pretty good. 1" group at 50 for me. Any thing copper plated ,high velocity is worth a good try in a marlin model 60. Especially if it is on the larger or over sized dia for .22 which wild cats are,but the plain lead argues, it strips & leads up the barrel in stead of spin correctly. Mini mag copper plated by cci work well & I find Aguila super extra Plus copper plated rules the world in my model 60. Try 3/8" to 1/2" group with 10 rounds benched at 50yrds. Consistantly time & again! Yes scoped fixed 6× cheap bushell. That is my coyote round simply made for ear & between the eyes shooting. Really that's all you should ever do with a .22lr on a coyote if you intend to be humane and know you got & can find it. Usually in the same 10 foot circle it was standing in when you fired. 50 yrds with a one inch 10 round group,dont try it until you can get that from the rifle & amo your using. And dont bother with any body shots at all even if you can get that, unless you like to search all day,feel bad & wonder. Trust me,I'm 56 in n.y. & been at this a long time due to state rules. Also, dont shoot head shots past 100 yrds with a .22lr on yotes ,& you better be getting a 1,1/8 group with 10 rounds at 100 yrds or dont bother pulling the trigger.

[@314299]

Winchester still makes the Wildcat 40 grain Lead bullet load: winchester.com/Products/Ammunition/Rimfire/Wildcat/WW22LR

[@marktheo1563]

@@314299 They were discontinued for quite a while & then there was talk of bringing them back in copper plated which I've yet to see. If I found any while looking they were already over 10 years old on the mfd so selling expired amo that will be inconsistent & other malfunctions. Sorry,I wont buy any until I see a current manufactured date on an un opened box. Amo is only good at its peak for 10 yrs. The powder breaks down( rps) rowdy powder syndrome. 10 years & the group size can go from 1/2 to 4". I can not find the new CV opoer wild cats I read about. But I said I get a one inch group with them at 50 yrds.? I'll explain. I used Winchester high velocity copper plated hollow points in 36 grain & 1280 fps which are extremely similar to the specifications of the new rumored wild cats. So I'm dieing to try some fresh new copper plated wild cats. The old lead ones used to fly out of my wards western field 11 shot tube load bolt action in nothing short of an incredible way. Like the same hole most of the time at 50 yrds with double peep sights. No kidding. For 98cents a box? That was 1995 -1998. The wards had 4 land,4 grove 1in 16 twist that was wider & deeper groves that loved soft pure lead slugs. These marlins dont do well with pure lead cause of their super shallow narrow micro grove rifling. Rugers do better with pure lead with their 6 land & 6 groove 1in 16 twist rifling ,because again,it is wider,deeper groves,that grab hold of & support more soft pure lead which is almost molten when fired. I invented a bullet lube that works well on everything from modern powder to black powder & pyrodex. Put it on a patch & patch out a clean gun barrel before loading to prep it & I can make those marlins shoot pure lead & any other gun do better than they ever have. Can even put some on the bullets before you shoot.

[@ian281]

I took mine out to the range three days after I got it without putting any lubricant in and shot about 150 rounds only one failure to feed

[@314299]

That's pretty decent performance.

[@MrRexable]

Daux1 Auxter lol did the same to mine almost 2k rds through it and I still haven't cleaned it or oiled it and has had about 3 or 5 failures

[@Hungrybird474]

Yours is clean ! Mine looks all old

[@314299]

It was bought new and really has not seen a lot of use other than range trips.

[@cameroneacret7111]

I don't know if I should get this or a 10/22

[@314299]

+Cameron Eacret Depends on if you plan on leaving the rifle the way it is or if you plan on changing it a lot. There are loads of parts/accessories for the 10/22, not so many for the Marlin 60. Both are good rifles, and time tested.

[@cameroneacret7111]

+314299 Shooting Channel ...I want to make a good 10/22 but I'm not going to because by the time I'm done it would be like 2500 dollars and if I'm going to spend all that money to customize then I'm just gonna buy a scar h... So I'm probably going to leave it stock... But I heard that these break a lot and they're hard to clean.. Is that true

[@314299]

+Cameron Eacret I've not heard that they break "a lot". I've not had the rifle long enough to comment on long term durability of this example. As for disassembly, I dont find it a very hard to take apart, it's easier than some designs and a bit harder than others.

[@timm3r]

+Cameron Eacret There were some issues with Marlins whenever Remington was moving out of NY and bringing Marlin down south with them (2014) but from what I understand they are now all set up like normal and back to making solid rifles. A lot of people claim that the 10/22 is "better" because of all the aftermarket stuff you can do to them, but for somebody just looking to add a scope on top and plink away they are both great choices. I'm in the same dilemma as you and while I love the tube mag of the model 60, the 1022 collector edition with the rear peep already installed is calling my name louder...we'll see!

[@timm3r]

+Cameron Eacret There were some issues with Marlins whenever Remington was moving out of NY and bringing Marlin down south with them (2014) but from what I understand they are now all set up like normal and back to making solid rifles. A lot of people claim that the 10/22 is "better" because of all the aftermarket stuff you can do to them, but for somebody just looking to add a scope on top and plink away they are both great choices. I'm in the same dilemma as you and while I love the tube mag of the model 60, the 1022 collector edition with the rear peep already installed is calling my name louder...we'll see!

[@jsnsk101]

I brought one of these last year and love it. No one had anything other than 10/22's or the stainless version so i ended up resorting to the web and getting it from NB.

[@314299]

+jsnsk101 I like 10/22's but they are a bit too "all present".

[@frankieknuckles9610]

Nice detailed review. Can you tell the age by the serial #?

[@314299]

I have no idea if the age can be determined from the serial #, however the rifle was new when I got it so I expect it is probably produced in 2013 or 2014.

[@glennschaub6303]

If your rifle has eight numbers take off the first three numbers from the left the next two numbers are the year it was made . I checked mine and it’s the exact year I bought it

[@BigMamou367]

I was gonna ask the same thing. This one here is pretty old.

[@Tyler-nj5dr]

What scope is on that?

[@314299]

It's a budget 3-9x32 "Ravage" brand scope, made in China. Cost about $65. For the price it works well. www.belloutdoors.com/category/25-scopes

[@639Beaver]

Good shooting. Great gun.

[@314299]

+Walter B It seems decent so far, time will tell how it performs in the long run.

[@jpb1231000]

Mine is GREAT!!! It's a 2014-15 w/ the same stock

[@314299]

The laminate stock version looks and handles so much nicer than the plastic stock version.

[@zeeosix]

Really like the laminated wood stock. But seems the new ones in the stores these days don't have that same laminated look, but rather just a 'plain jane' looking wood stained stock. Wonder if Marlin went el-cheapo now on the stock and got rid of the nice laminated stock like in this video?

[@314299]

I don't see the brown laminated stock on Marlin's website, just the grey laminate with the stainless finish metal. Perhaps they dropped the brown laminate version.

[@zeeosix]

I noticed that too, but the description on Marlin's website still says "Monte Carlo walnut-finished laminated hardwood". www.marlinfirearms.com/Firearms/SelfLoading/60.asp And the photo does look like the stock is laminated - you can see streaks running through it. It just doesn't look as extreme as on your rifle. www.marlinfirearms.com/images/zoom_60.jpg But the base Model 60s I've seen in the stores don't seem to have any lamination on the stock - nothing that looks like the photo I linked above. Instead, the stock looks to be a solid piece of wood vs laminated. Of course laminating the stock would cost more to make, so maybe they have gotten away from it and haven't updated their website yet - ??

[@314299]

Yes, the laminated effect is not very noticeable in their photo, might just be the photo I suppose.

[@hannahfleser641]

I REALY enjoy your gun reviews

[@314299]

Thanks, I appreciate that.

[@alexisgonzalez2297]

great video!! what store did you purchase your . 22 at?

[@314299]

Green Diamond Outfitters.

[@cachorroleo1525]

Currently how much is an Rifle like that ???

[@NWAforLifee]

I got mine at dicks sporting goods for like 180, new!

[@Durandarte3004]

how can make a comparison between the Marlin 60 VA the Mendoza puma? that Mexican rifle without exaggeration can beat the American rifles...

[@314299]

Are you Mexican by any chance? Interesting that you should compare the two as I have the loan of a Mendoza Mexsar (the name used on US market Puma rifles) and will be dong a review of it soon.

[@Durandarte3004]

314299 Shooting Channel yes i have a mendoza puma and i have a ruger 1022 belive me the mexican firearm is very reliable..

[@Durandarte3004]

and yes im mexican im from Mexico city

[@SAVAGE308SNIPER]

Great rifle.

[@314299]

Great working rifle for the price.

[@sgtpierson506]

SAVAGE308SNIPER i agrre

[@orangetlr]

Would love to see you do a review of a Henry rifle, if you ever get your hands on one.

[@314299]

+mike sharpe That's not likely to happen unless one of my buddies buys one and lets me review it.

[@jamescooper2618]

These are still a great gun. Cheap in price but not in performance.

[@314299]

I agree.

[@AmericanKaiju]

How do u put bullets in it!

[@314299]

I suggest you watch the video, I show how.

[@AmericanKaiju]

314299 Shooting Channel I saw how I just was frustrated srry

[@SAVAGE308SNIPER]

Beast Sweet The front. It's a tubular magazine.

[@sgtpierson506]

Right on that side bar youpull that baCk and youre loaded

[@sgtpierson506]

Just pull the trigger

[@quetate206]

great job brother!

[@314299]

Thanks.

[@dirtroadkingmaxfortner5251]

Nice video thanks for that info my friend. I love this gun it's a very good well-made quality gun

[@314299]

They are a nice gun for the money.

[@chrisneely4774]

Dude I have the same rifle and if you close the bolt first its a 15+1

[@314299]

That would involve loading the tube magazine while there is a round in the chamber and that is an unsafe thing to do, IMO.

[@MZBRWXBIGB]

WHAT COULD BE GOING ON IF MY MODEL 60 RIFLE JUST LIKE THIS ONE BUT IT KEEPS JAMMING AND MISS FIREING!!!!! WHAT COULD BE GOING ON????????????

[@314299]

Most likely it needs to be cleaned.

[@MZBRWXBIGB]

314299 Shooting Channel Would that make it jam up like that or could it be the bullets them self there rem. .22lr

[@moon-gi3iv]

over tightening the bottom screw holding the action in the stock will cause it to bind up

[@MZBRWXBIGB]

U talking about the screw that's about 2-3inches from the trigger?????

[@moon-gi3iv]

yes the large headed one that holds it all together

[@calmlife1a]

Yes I had one and silly me I sold it to my cousin, he begged me to sell it to him; as I left SC to move to Texas a long time ago...

[@314299]

You could always replace it, I'm sure a used one would not be terribly hard to find.

[@deletethis3545]

you can upgrade the iron sights with stainless steel rear sight with folding sight and front ss sight with orange plastic adjustable insert sight with add on hood.

[@jamesranger6283]

Why on earth would they pick an allen head take down screw?

[@richardstall8419]

Great gun awesome story

[@Hungrybird474]

That’s .22 grouping for sure . 👍👍 don’t let the folks fool ya , they all shoot like that. All of them . We can all show our best groupings but this is normal for everyone . Tired of hearing stories of tack drivers when this is more real at least form my experience

[@314299]

In many ways the internet is just like the old days of guys standing around trading stories, there is often some exaggeration and sometimes outright lies. In my videos I just show the results I got, sometimes good, sometimes bad. I know there are better and worse shots than me, I'm only giving an average idea of what is possible. Thanks for the comments.