Henry X vs Marlin Dark in .45-70 Gov

[@juliuspeperwood1128]

She probably gives the best hugs and makes a killer strawberry rhubarb pie

[@EFLO3D]

And ya better stay off her damn lawn!

[@tomthumb9533]

She's cold AF with a 45-70 lol

[@mudclient]

Hahahs

[@burninbarrelz1079]

And some awesome tater tot hot dish

[@tkingz44]

Yep

[@johnclark1925]

She is amazing, straight talk, good shooting, clear comparison and if the SHTF she would put the food on the table better than me! 🏆

[@zebdawson3687]

That was some phenomenal marksmanship with .45-70!

[@tomthumb9533]

She's really good

[@331Grabber]

I bought the Henry X Model in .44 magnum. I love it. Also shares food with my Super Blackhawk :)

[@tominva4121]

Another excellent report. Other KZbinrs should take note of how you do it.

[@GUNS-GDC]

Thanks for the nice comment. Glad you enjoyed the video Tom.

[@jakecain3296]

But flashy openings and talking for 5min about nothing before talking about the gun...

[@Ezekiel903]

sad that the Henry has only 4 Rounds, but have a longer barrel😢

[@danielscott5247]

@@jakecain3296 She gets into the guns at less than one minute. She did a nice job.

[@markb452]

@@Ezekiel903 yeah, I was thinking about only having 4+1, but then I thought, if you have to shoot something more than 5 times with a 45/70 you probably shouldn’t be shooting at it… 😳

[@MRWest85]

I have the Henry Model X in 45/70, it is amazing. I would’ve equally taken the Marlin but they were sold out. Can’t go wrong with either

[@kevinrollman3101]

If you love your Henry and it performs well for you that is cool!! I just prefer wood over polymer with lever guns. But I also can see that polymer is very weather resistant.

[@luranzaechols8303]

How many shots does the Henry X tube hold? I heard 6 but haven't seen it in the documentation

[@wheelz1166]

personally I wouldn't care about which one I get, I just know it would feel awesome to fire and own a quality American made lever action.

[@GUNS-GDC]

They're both sweet rifles.

[@uncle_rick333]

Dude, this lady can shoot! Those groupings were impressive!!

[@MC-td4ol]

Lady, you handled that .45-70 with EASE!!!!! Good Shooting!!

[@benthompson9678]

I like the fact that the Marlin has a shorter barrel, (easier in heavy brush) and still has a capacity of one more round in the tube.

[@SaurianKing77]

By far one of the best reviews I think I’ve watched. I’ve been wanting the Henry for a bit now, and was curious on the differences between the Marlin. Perfect side by side comparison

[@fredsmith9347]

It’s November of 2020 and this video is the closest you’re gonna get to either of those rifles...

[@gewglesux]

hard to acquire?

[@gewglesux]

yeah, i checked out the site all of em out of stock.. like everything in the country.

[@jeffreyallen1290]

I've been trying to get one of either since October. Nothing!

[@gewglesux]

@@jeffreyallen1290 Oh Brother.... it's going to be like this for a while eh?

[@rdizzo1313]

You guys waited till the last minute? Lol

[@christophereger1053]

That Marlin one serious little cowboy gun. Talk about a Thumper! Love it. I'm really looking forward to see what Ruger does with Marlin

[@GUNS-GDC]

Agreed. These are two are beauties.

[@mondrianbogert6835]

Hopefully Ruger can fix the recent QC issues with Marlin

[@christophereger1053]

@Chris_Gullett JJE Capital Holdings, the investment company that owns South Carolina-based Palmetto State Armory, is listed in court filings as the successful bidder of Remington's recently shuttered DPMS black rifle brand as well as the H&R, Stormlake, and Parker brands. Retailer Sportsman’s Warehouse, which recently emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in mid-2009, is listed with the court as the successful bidder for Remington's TAPCO brand of firearms accessories. ( Re: cases.primeclerk.com/RemingtonOutdoor/Home-DocketInfo?DocAttribute=6065&DocAttrName=SALEDOCUMENTS ) And at Thanksgiving, Ruger said their Marlin acquisition was complete and they looked to start production next year. (re: www.guns.com/news/2020/11/25/ruger-marlin-acquisition-is-complete-to-hit-market-in-2021)

[@christophereger1053]

@@nakoawarrior3186 Ruger purchased Marlin Firearms and all of the assets (truckloads of components, spare parts, engineering files, CAD models, tools, gun library, trademarks, patents, copyrights, etc) for just under $30 mill at Remington's bankruptcy auction back in September and has taken possession of all of it. They plan to reboot a Ruger-produced Marlin line in the second half of 2021. Check out Guns dot com News for more information.

[@nakoawarrior3186]

@@christophereger1053 yup,... I investigated your remark and bang it came right up,......marlins will be excellent guns again soon.

[@williejamehufff3125]

Henry gets my vote. Tube loading, pic rail, along with the longer barrel. Hands down

[@GUNS-GDC]

Right on!

[@user-qm9oo2fd2o]

Ya that whole modern improvement thing is hard to take for some. Good thing we still have choices here in the USofA.

[@ShaunPaget]

I have 1 Marlin and 6 Henry's enough said.

[@christopho7111]

Marlin all the way here. I'll take a wooden stock over synthetic plastic all day.

[@ShaunPaget]

@@christopho7111I'm traditional over synthetic. Henry has beautiful Missouri walnut.

[@chadsusanke6312]

This is the most knowledgeable female I have seen on a gun KZbin channel. I know she is ready a script but she seems really nice.

[@steveschrodi2167]

No nonsense, clear review--fantastic summary of both rifles. Impressive groups! Great video, Kristin!

[@jacesaces15]

love this lady. i've skipped around on so many videos about these lever actions, this is probably the first one i watched start to finish.

[@gstreet187]

What an amazing review 👏🏼, no bias, straight shooter, great job!

[@randywheeler3914]

Couldn't decide between these two rifles until this video ,it was a big help thank you

[@benkanobe7500]

OK. I give up! I am 64 years old. A former Marine Rifleman. I grew up shooting trained by my Dad a former Marine Raider. My Dad and his Dad grew up in the South and my Dad learned to shoot like so many Southerners from his Dad. I consider myself an OK shot. You, however, are a Goddess! I can not believe how tight you grouped those two rifles at 100. My hat is off to you and I am now subscribing. You are one Hellofashot!

[@Tommy.308]

I really cannot deside, both looks great! All i know i need a lever action 45-70 with a red dot or open sights and the Henry wont ship to Sweden anytime soon due to covid. Thank you for showing both rifles!

[@gumecindogarcia1070]

I missed out on a Marlin 4570 at a pawnshop in San Antonio two years ago. $599.

[@MrWeliz]

If they will not ship maybe you should fly here and pick it up yourself?

[@Tommy.308]

@@MrWeliz I still have not got my hands on either one so far, so that is probably my best chance. Had the opportunity to shot a 30-30 lever action on steel and man that was great fun. So my toughts on a 45-70 has not changed a bit and will make a great hunting tool.

[@gmarie701]

Nice video. You have a very credible and authoritative style and in addition to a well thought out comparison presentation. Would be interesting to have you compare and share your thoughts on the Marlin 444 vs the Marlin 45-70 cartridges and their performance characteristics. Thanks!

[@dennisreynolds1510]

This hadn't been released before buying my 1895D. I love that little big bore. As you experienced, it is ridiculously accurate. I wasn't aware of the differences of the Henry as there weren't any in stock nearby, but the tube load is a definite plus for a hunting rifle. Great comparison video!

[@kanukkarhu]

Wow, that's great for 45/70 In my experience! Great shooting and review. Two very nice firearms. 👍🏻

[@Rebadog1]

1st time ever seeing one of your videos. Very impressed. Quick and to the point and great shooting. Keep up the good work.

[@papajeff5486]

Well organized, straight to the point, and good shooting. No wasted time with jaw jacking. Much appreciated. Kentucky

[@ranneetsingh6862]

The lady is pleasant natured and sure has a lot of interest in guns. Nice shooting, too.

[@stevenhall1097]

Would love to get my hands on both. Lever action rifles are my favorite to shoot.

[@GUNS-GDC]

They're fantastic. Thanks for the comment Steven.

[@totallynotawerewolf2936]

I bought both after watching this video 😂

[@danielbonaiuto8601]

Wonderful rifles, nice woman.., she knows about guns !!! 👍

[@lour7299]

@@totallynotawerewolf2936 how much did you pay for them?

[@duanetucker]

She's kicking ass and taking names! I love her.

[@northernporter430]

I like this lady, something about her just makes me smile, and was a good video. That Henry though... boy she sure sounded good.

[@GUNS-GDC]

Glad you enjoyed it NP.

[@cannoneer155mm]

The .45/70 is my all time favorite round. My first big bore rifle was a Navy Arms Rolling Block I purchased in 1972 while stationed in Alaska. My next .45/70 was a H&R Trapdoor Cavalry Carbine I picked up in 1973 while home on leave. My favorite rifle was the Marlin 1895 I bought from a friend from South Carolina. My load for that one is Elmer Keith's load of 3931 powder behind a 405 JSP. It kills on one end and cripples on the other.

[@JamesWilliams-cc1ow]

Great review. I like that not only do you know how to shoot but you know how to properly use the Marlin cross bolt safety for the advantages it offers for shooting safely.

[@slypperyfox]

It’s February of 2022 and the Henry X series is shipping. You may have to have your dealer order one or buy from Gunbroker if that’s your sort of thing. With Marlin, everything hinges on how quickly Ruger can get their Marlin rifles to market. I have no idea on how many rifles they took in receivership and how tooled up their assembly process is currently. Everyone I know who is a lever gun fan swears they will buy the first “RuMar” serial numbered lever gun in their town. Even if that means paying upwards of $1600+ . . .My dad bought a Marlin “All Weather Finish” in 45/70 about 10 years ago. He mounted a red dot scope on it and took one shot at a target at 25 yards. Unloaded and re-cased the gun and it hangs on a wall with other (lesser used) guns. He said “we don’t have anything around here that needs that much killin’”. Despite that experience he can’t wait for his chance to buy another Marlin in 45/70 . . just because Ruger is releasing and my dad has about one of every Ruger revolver ever produced.

[@grantlette6253]

Great comparison video, looks like either brand would be a good choice, especially in such a large round, and what a fantastic bit of shooting, great to watch 👍

[@imcrazyforwar]

She comes off to me as the lady that will make u tea and talk about guns. Good host :)

[@GUNS-GDC]

Kristin's the best. Glad you enjoyed Elias.

[@brittanywendland8267]

Can we be best friends? 🤣 But really, this is an awesome video. I'm gonna save it the next time when I mention I'm saving up for a Marlin in 45-70 and someone tells me it's too much gun for a woman. 🤪

[@henrybittle5234]

Awesome girl, just tell um you to much girl for the rifle, and to bite me lol

[@tomthumb9533]

"it's too much gun for a woman" is a solid phrase lol

[@darinhintz5723]

These cannons do kick! I made some easier reloads and am loving it! 300g bullets and 1590 fps = perfect punch and accuracy for me.

[@tomthumb9533]

@@darinhintz5723 that's moose keeling power o.0

[@davidwemyss7303]

Excellent meat and potatoes video of one of my oldest used and favored rounds, the 45-70. To "date" my long relationship with the 45-70 and the heirloom rifle that was chambered for it, is displayed in restored condition in the family room, is the Model 1886 Winchester. Grandad, willed the rifle to my father and it was one of the first long guns that he schooled me with, as he shared his life lessons of the manual of arms. That Winchester was used well and well traveled in its 100+ years with my family's ancestors, all Army veterans, serving from the Horse Cavalry of the late years of the Indian Wars to the AEF-2nd Div of WW1, from 1st Cav of WWII-Pacific to 1st Cav Airmobile of Vietnam. Post WW1, Grandad hunted game to feed his family and protect them in the Depression years, Dad learned to do both as the second oldest born. It was his personal firearm and backup to his Army issue in WWII-Pacific, the 45-70 ammo was still available, in use then and inventory for use today(!). When Dad's former Southeast Asia troopers come calling to pay homage to their old Sarge, my Dad, it is with reverence and some wry soldier humor that the Winchester is reminisced. At the Pleiku fire-base the newer 45-70-500 mil-spec ammo took its toll of many night time infiltrators, by Dad's 6th AMTU expertise with iron sights, the close-quarter devastation was unforgettable to the enemy. The former troopers nicknamed the Winchester: The Duke's Thunderstick...

[@daermon1000]

Awesome reviews and shooting Kristin

[@GUNS-GDC]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@thomasosteen6027]

Great shooting Kristin. Thanks for the video.

[@GUNS-GDC]

Glad you enjoyed it Thomas.

[@khalilabukabeer815]

After Henry added the side loader, they made the choice tough, but I will go with Marlin yet I don’t mind buying the Henry if I couldn’t find the marlin

[@urwholefamilydied]

The Marlin to me looks a little too beefy, and almost like a shotgun. The Henry looks like a proper lever action rifle, but updated with the black butt and grip and the picatinny rails. I'm liking Henry for looks alone and assuming they're both good performers... which I'm sure they are.

[@MrWeliz]

How about both?

[@nolanbowen8800]

I wouldn't have thought either gun would have shot so well. Thanks Kristin.

[@wvgolfer2694]

Yep, she's such a good shooter that we get to see close to the true MOA of the rifles. About as good as it gets. That's why I trust and always watch her reviews

[@yuriys.6352]

Unbelievable accuracy for lever action!!! You made a miracle!!!

[@Go4Corvette]

I have the Henry X 45/70 and love it. I was lucky it only took me 3 months to get. Thanks for the video.

[@jeffcoulter7181]

Great review, but it would have good to know the difference in velocity between the 16” and 20” barrels.

[@garymccann2960]

About 200 FPS. short BBL around 1900 to 2000 the longer BBL about 2100 to 2200 FPS. Wish Henry allowed more rounds in the tube, room for 6 or 8 rounds. But still on my Christmas wish list!

[@waynehankinson8210]

I like the Henry X in 44 magnum with a suppressor. Looking into a Desert Eagle L5 44 magnum to use the same ammunition in both. I have no need for 45-70 since I’m not a hunter.

[@andrerolaf2800]

Excellent honest display..both are top quality firearms..I have Marlin 1895 gbl and love it...but no slight to Henry...BOTH ARE OUTSTANDING AND YOU DELIVERED A NON PARTISON COMPARISON....Keep up your professional and honest work..

[@fredlaughlin6343]

My Henry 45-70 (pre X model) is a pleasure to shoot. My Marlin 336 in 35 Rem is a killer. Love them both. The Marlin is a Marlin, not a Rem Marlin.

[@KingKodiacBear9]

These videos are so well done, and this chick is great! I said this same thing on the last video she did on that same Marlin: she handles those rifles way better than my buddies can haha

[@jcastle614]

Like both! Glad to hear that Ruger is going to aquire Marlin, should mean good things to come. Stay safe and God bless 🇺🇸☠️🇺🇸!!!

[@GUNS-GDC]

Thanks for the nice comment Danika. Stay safe.

[@timclaus8313]

Nice shooting. My '75 1895 rifle gives the same kind of grouping after 45 years of service. Marlins are great rifles.

[@Robertlynschultz]

Love my Marlin 45-70 Dark... had it for about 3 months now... no issues

[@easttxtycoon]

How much are ammo for the 45 70 now I stocked up on mine years ago so haven't bought any

[@Robertlynschultz]

@@easttxtycoon its pricey... I bought 10 boxes when I bought the rifle and spent 32 dollars a box I think. I havent seen any 45-70 on the shelves of my local CAL Ranch store (where I got the rifle and ammo), nor at our local gun shop since then, so good thing I got what I did then

[@scooterdogg7580]

I love old Marlin and Winchesters but I always had a soft spot for BLRs

[@pilateshotty]

Awesome review by a real shooter and sportswoman. Well done ma'am.

[@fancyultrafresh3264]

Kristin is a great presenter and shooter. I’ll need to look for more of her work.

[@wk3818]

I've got the Henry X in 44. Love it. I don't envy you squeezing those 45-70s off

[@MarAgt]

I added the Ranger Point Precision brake to my Henry X 45-70 and the recoil is now similar to my 7mm-08.

[@wk3818]

@@MarAgt I snapped up a Henry X in 30-30 as soon as I found it available. Put a Griffin armament linear compensator on it and shoot it with my 30 caliber can. It is downright pleasant to shoot.

[@blackstrat6732]

It’s so fantastic to see smart respectful women enjoying the big bore hunting rifles. Awesome!

[@Threewolfs-]

Love me some 45-70 and I love it in a lever action. Own Henry, Marlin, Rossi and H&R. Want them all in the “Black” models now. 👍🏼❤️🇺🇸🤠

[@noahcount7132]

Great shooting, Kristin.

[@GUNS-GDC]

Thanks Noah.

[@lovebetter7158]

I would never work the safety like this but I am glad you did because it shows a great discipline for the viewers here. Trigger Finger is something I do and that I also appreciated in the video. Great video really representing firearm safety for us as well as some really good shooting!

[@flyingunicycle]

Very good video! Thanks for sharing! I’m a marlin guy myself!

[@Mark-uq9km]

My only gripe with Federal is, the full potential of the caliber isn't being used. The Hammer Down loading has less than 2000 fps at the muzzle and ME is a paltry 2200+. I usually use the Hornady 325 gr. FTX with 3000+ME, but, reloading the Hornady brass is impossible for my set up. My reload is anything but Hornady brass, 53.9 grs of IMR 4198 using a 300 gr. CT Nosler bullet and getting around 3500 ME+. I have both Henry and Marlin .45-70's and love them both. The Henry has the 20" barrel and is a little more handy in the deer woods than the big heavy Marlin 1895. Thank you for your post. It's nice to see someone other than us ugly guys enjoying shooting. You're a darned good shot.

[@diemos322jones9]

Fantastic review 👏 👌🏼 Kristen, you're absolutely the best I've seen at using your trigger finger control. Nice shooting!

[@sixt3denied]

Been looking to buy either of these. They are sold out everywhere!!! Great video!

[@sax5055]

Awesome shooting and straightforward comparison. Well done! I’m looking into 45-70 for my outdoor-grandson-buddy. He’s only 16 YO and at 6’ 1” he still weighs nuttin’ 😜. But he’s a Texas-competitive roper and strong as a little bull. I can see him bear hunting in his lifetime. Someone posted the short barrel Marlin loses about 200 fps. That works out to a significant loss of power IMO. • MARLIN: A 300 grain at 1,900 fps=2,405 FPE at the muzzle (good). • HENRY: A 300 grain at 2,100 fps=2,938 FPE at the muzzle (better). That’s 533 more foot pounds for the Henry’s longer barrel. I want him to have all the advantages he can get if hunting big browns. Smaller black bears aren’t an issue…but I’m not a bear expert. Just going off what I’ve read and other experts’ reviews. But, I like the extra 500 foot pounds for dangerous game. I have both Marlin and Henry in other calibers..both are good shooters. So barrel length would be the only deciding factor. I’ll have to research whether different barrel lengths are options in both brands.

[@MarAgt]

I got lucky and found a Henry X 45-70 on the rack at Palmetto State Armory last April before things got really crazy. I mounted a Vortex 2-7x32 scope and Ranger Point Precision muzzle break. I’ve hunted all season with my 45-70 and have taken 2 bucks & 1 doe with it. I am really enjoying this rifle.

[@allancatellier7424]

I have used Marlin rifles for years and they are very reliable 👌

[@GUNS-GDC]

Thanks for sharing Allan. Good to know.

[@allancatellier7424]

I'm sorry but the Henry rifle was a copy of older rifles and the Marlin was original

[@mattmarzula]

@@allancatellier7424 in that case, they're all Winchester copies. What's your point?

[@theleveractionhunter]

Great shooting!! I love them both and think that they are here to stay!!

[@GUNS-GDC]

Yes Sir they are.

[@hclarke630]

Awesome shooting I appreciate that as a female you are so educated about guns. My wife have not got to that point but thank you for educating me.

[@shalakojones706]

That lady is my kind of gal, top notch trigger control and can throw em down range like the pro she is. I've seen grown men flinch and grimace shooting this round and she sends them like she's shooting a .22. Kudos lady!

[@thejeepdude4578]

Hi, I really enjoy your videos. Your straight forward style is certainly refreshing. I bought a Marlin Dark in .444 Marlin in October 2020. It is one of my favorite guns. I have to say I paid about $1800 for it though and I've seen the more popular 45-70 go for as much as $3300 on GB. I don't quite understand why the 45-70 is more popular since, ballistically the .444 had a slight advantage. Rounds are expensive and sometimes hard to find though. Thanks for the great videos and please keep them coming.

[@pacanis]

Great video! I'm in the market for one of these, well actually the Henry. I refuse to pay the price gougers' current prices on the Marlin Dark... and it was refreshing to see a GOOD review/comparison. Ringing steel does nothing for me. But seeing actual groups off a bench is the real test of accuracy.

[@kennethhowell1272]

Pretty cool a lady shooting a big bore and knows her stuff. I think because the Marlin lineup doesn't conflict with Rugers lineup that Ruger will do its best to improve and aggressively market its new acquisition. Owned a older model 95 Marlin w/22 inch micro groove barrel, man I miss that gun. It was a cannon and as smooth as silk.

[@anglingnvirginia1346]

Man I love the look of that marlin!

[@GUNS-GDC]

It's a beauty. We have them on our site!

[@dylansomsel7045]

I have the Henry X in 357 and 45 Colt, 45 70 is on my list. Using Buffalo Bore deer grenades or Hornady lever evolution, the 45 is my favorite straight wall hunting rifle I've ever owned. Hands down.

[@fuge74]

the one thing I like about the Henry is that you can take the follower tube out to unload the magazine. the only safety I like are the hammer-block safeties. that way when I drop the hammer if I slip I don't set off the round.

[@MarAgt]

Henry’s won’t fire with the hammer forward either. Per the Henry sight: “There are no external safety features on the Side Gate Lever Action rifle. A patented in-hammer sliding transfer bar safety guarantees the rifle will not fire unless the hammer is cocked and the trigger is pulled.”

[@fuge74]

@@MarAgt I'm talking about the king of safety used by the heritage revolver.

[@NvincibleIronMan]

Great work! Fun video comparing two fascinating rifles!

[@MG-jp5ij]

I have the Marlin Dark chambered in 30-30 it has been alot of fun so far. Pretty accurate for that caliber.

[@kevinrollman3101]

I love that Remington Dark Series lever gun!! I’ll take wood made impervious to the elements any day over plastic. Henry’s plastic butt and forearm stocks make for harsh recoil, and the forearm made of plastic keeps coming loose after five or six rounds?

[@artemioalfaro1573]

Man, she's good. I don't just meet a greater shooter either, she is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about it. Good video.

[@jaydblair]

Excellent review/comparison! Thank you for providing clear facts and information about both options.

[@GUNS-GDC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamesbuck3818]

I bought a mdl X here in WA... 3 WKS AGO.. Still haven't been able to shoot... I'm a 21yr Vet STILL WTG

[@janetgilmore8006]

We love that cal. the Henry dose not like the cold jams locks up .. . Marlin is priceless in the field. 4570 GVT. is the best for heavy game at under 3oo yds ' for longer shots 280 308 270 3006 338 are the best to secure meat..?

[@jamesranger6283]

Side loading gate is nice on the Henry. But the Tube on the Henry is nice because you dont have to cycle every round to empty it. That I like.

[@zwordsman]

Thanks. Also think I'd never use the tube except for unloading. I'm kind of a fan of the shorter barrel.. though henry's attachement points seem useful. Also plastic would hold up longer I assume with abuse. Wonder if marlin aftermarket is good on that

[@joelbryant1382]

Perfect description. You would outshoot 99% of men.

[@sb859]

I thoroughly enjoyed this review, and Kristin was an excellent marksman and reviewer.

[@rodneylucas2930]

Loved the video two excellent rifles and you maam are quite a good shot. I have a Marlin 1895 with a 20" barrel and absolutely love it.

[@GUNS-GDC]

Glad you enjoyed it Rodney.

[@davidchrist428]

You handle that gun like a boss!!!!

[@pearljaime2]

Boy, that bottom feeding is the gift that keeps o giving for your fingertips. The side gate is better for a quick load tho.

[@yoan975]

New to lever action. Can you expend on your comment plz? Bottom feeder are harder to load?

[@pearljaime2]

@@yoan975 not harder, it takes more time to do it as you gotta unscrew the magtube cap and place all the bullets in and then screw it back, let's say it is the more comfortable way to load it, but you gotta do it at home or sitting back from all the shooting, cuz you ain't doing it in a pinch. It's almost impossible to load one or two spent bullets without dropping the ones that are already loaded too using this method. The side loading port, on the other hand, is quicker and you don't have to unscrew anything, but that port sometimes dig in your fingers, usually the thumb, if you're not carefull.

[@yoan975]

@@pearljaime2 thanks a lot for your input

[@rangerbo2322]

Dear GOD!!!!! I Love America!! She did an Awesome Review and Testing with both Marlin 45-70 vs Henry 45-70! (In fact, I'm stuck again with which one to buy first for Alaska! Darn it! LOL) I was a US Ranger/Sniper/ Bla Bla. She is a great Expert Marksman Women!!!! She shoots Darn Well. I would Hunt with Her any Day! I used to Hunt with Marlin 45-70 in Montana 10-15 years Back...for both Bear Protection and Elk/Deer. Awesome caliber. But I sold it in tough times. Military/Govt Pay is Tight. But now I'm a little more secure and need to get one again for Alaska where both My Brother and Son live. I plan to move there myself. I really hope Ruger hurries up and gets Marlin Supported and Funded to re-start production again. Does any one know if its still hard to get Marlin Darks 45-70 still?

[@jimmieburleigh9549]

I like them both. I like the tube and side gate of the Henry but I like the coated wood stock on the marlin. And I could go for a loop somewhere in between the 2 because the marlin is really bigger than it needs to be.

[@southbaycommuter]

This lady is so consistent in her groupings = deadly. /respect.

[@GUNS-GDC]

Glad you enjoyed it Frank.

[@oilfieldsatdiver8425]

I have a marlin 35 and this exact .45-70 with the 16 1/4in barrel. Hands down wouldn't trade either of them. The Henry is a good rifle company I have a .44 50 and love it.

[@rogerburrows4624]

Really good video I was very intrigued by the accuracy comparison between those two makers .

[@kmcattle6497]

My brother and I bought custom serial number Henry 45-70 model X’s. I bought a straight stock for a Henry 30-30 All Weather (black wood) going to mill off the extra metal of the original pistol grip. Plus cut the new black wood straight stock down a 1/2”. Will either buy a straight lever that will work internally or heat and reshape the lever so it fits the 30-30 All Weather straight stock. THEN, I want to send it to a guy in Colorado to convert it into a Takedown! Can’t wait to get it all done. I love my lever guns. (Would love to have it re chambered into a 50-110... not sure if that possible though!)

[@mbaker24]

Sweet rigs! And another great hosting job by Kristin!

[@GUNS-GDC]

We agree!

[@hunterman600cc]

Looked a bit blustery, could explain the TINY horizontal stringing. As for which rifle? Henry all the way, but as a WI boy, I'm biased. ;)

[@johnbrowning8021]

Nice job, darlin'. Kudos from East Texas. It is a shame the price of today's rifle is the same as yesterday's used car. Glad I got my Marlin 45/70 when I did.

[@fragmatic1964]

You are an outstanding presenter. Thank you.

[@Bonsignore4U]

Wow great video. I have gotten updates on your videos in months.

[@imperatorlightoneous1382]

I know im a year late but, I'd love to know which one of those 2 beauties was your personal favorite? Great video as well