Making the difficult decision about which of my lever guns would be the last to give up. Tough choice to make with all these wonderful Winchesters, Marlins, etc.
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Remember, value, rarity, ammo expense, beauty, history, etc. are not part of the criteria in these videos. It's just what do I think would be the best all-around choice for all the types of shooting I might WANT to do or NEED to do now and in the future. Playlist for this series: kzhead.info/channel/PLThWr6EloFzkwBQxKigzXE1vKUm_nGjKF.html
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That makes me feel better about watching your vids. Like... The last 357 I'd ever sell... I'm a huge model 19 fan and god forbid it'd all become about me right so I couldn't watch it anyways but I think I will now.
Is that why the iron frame Henry did not make the table? Or just to difficult to find ammo for.
I want one
Absolute beauties in your collection . All great rifles . Mine would be the 44 magnum or the 30 /30 loves those calibres . Great video again
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You and I both
I agree one of the best firearms channels out there
You thought he was going to pin u
@@Wisegoatface Bwahahaha! When kissing ass don't pay off.
@Stalker because
Hickok and lever actions were definitely made for each other
Uber
You mean “bang bang Hitchcock?”
My great grandfathers lever action 30-30 Winchester that he bought out of the Sears and Roebucks catalog was the envy of my father and uncles for them growing up, so when my great grandfather passed it down to me before I could even walk, they were all a little sour. I still love shooting that rifle and it is one of my most prized possessions. Beautiful firearm
Yep. The sentimental value alone makes that one a keeper, and the .30-30 is a great all-around rifle for which ammo is available. Good choice.
I thought u were quoting red from shawshank for a sec then I read the rest of the paragraph and thought never mind
I have an old 30-30 my dad gave me when i was 12. Its from sears and roebuck&co also. Its a ted Williams addition model 94 top eject. Absolutely love that rifle. Such a great shooter no matter what type or gr of ammo i use. And its absolutely beautiful. Ill never get rid of it till its my time to go lol then one of my sons will get it or at that point possibly a grand child may end up with it. Such an awesome rifle
I inherited the 22 pump winchester (1912) that my Great Grandfather taught my Grandfather to shoot with...he then used it for his son. My dad broke tradition teaching me on a Stevens semi auto 22 (but i do own that one as well).
The 30-30 Winchester is a wonderful rifle and cartridge!
We need this kind of quality in modern guns.
I'd pick his modern stainless/gray laminate Marlin over any of them, if choosing one as a pure shooter.
99 savage 300 sav
Henry ... I own one and would buy more.
Luv my 44 x Henry great co.
@@cw-tf8ng You got it, awesome rifles.
Year after year after year, I'm always blown away by his talent. All the fantastic reviews of so many great firearms aside, just watching him shoot is a treat, and this video is just another great example. Picks up lever action with iron sites, standing with no rest, and proceeds to hit every single thing he aims at, near or far... or very far. :)
If I had access to his back yard or one similar, I would be in heaven
Absolute pleasure to watch ay!?💛
It was actually surprising to see a few misses this video.
Last lever gun I would sell. My dad gave me his 1967 Winchester 30-30🇺🇸
My Grandpa gave me a Marlin Guide Gun 45 - 70.
The sentimental ones are hard to part with.
For where I live, what I hunt and needs of security, the last lever I would give up would be a 44 mag or 357 mag. I could keep a favorite revolver for the same ammo, with versatility of two cartridges each and feel like I have all the bases covered. Plus I reload for both. A purely practical answer, as I'm not getting rid of my levers!
Bingo, that was my thoughts as well. Guide gun length lever, and a roughly revolver chambered in the same, probably 44 mag for me for the extra spice - versatility unmatched imo - SHTF setup, hunting, defense, ammo availability and size/weight - only thing I'd consider otherwise might be a straight up guide gun, just because I love me some. 45-70 gov
I think it's safe to say that there has never been a rifle made as beautiful as a lever gun
Agreed. They are definitely outdated and outperformed by many modern rifles, but they are one of the most gorgeous rifles ever made. I feel the same about the Colt SAA: outdated and outperformed, but by far the most beautiful firearm on the market.
Just to stir up the conversation a bit, for your consideration: a.) Mannlicher-Schoenauer carbine of 1903. b.) "English" double rifles, of which one of the best is German made.
@@Albatross0913 yeah they are outdated but they are just beutiful like you said. I just love old weapons or atleast old modells. But i trust my leaver action 100% nonetheless. But i mean i buy most of my gund just because i like them and i don't care if they are outdated, they need to look greate, shoot greate and feel greate. But if i would need to choose a gun for selfdefence for example i would probably choose a more modern gun but i mean they do their job so if you like them and want one not only to shoot on the range you can be sure it is not neccesarely a bad choise.
@@kuessebrama what matters for self-defense doesnt depend so much on what hun you're using as it does on how familiar you are with it. If you spend your time training with a .357 lever action and dont know your way around an AR-15 the lever action is going to be a much better choice for you. It's all about how well you've trained with your weapon of choice. I personally have a .357 SA for my home defense and I know my way around that gun than I do my sister's S&W for example. Self-defense is all about training.
I'm with you -- and Hickok -- love the levers. I will offer a caveat, however. There are some beautiful, BEAUTIFUL vintage AND newly made Kentucky Long Rifles where the choice wood's been so carefully selected, cut-and-carved then TLC treated make SELECT Kentucky Long Rifles -- Kentucky Belles..
Are you eventually planning on doing a "last gun I'd ever sell" video where you take the winner from each of these specified videos and pit them against each other?
We can only hope!
Great idea
That is a Must!!!
Good idea for real
that might be too much mental anguish for him 🤣🙏
Lever guns are the absolute prettiest
I'm new to guns I grew up around them shot a couple but not as knowledgeable as I want or need to be. your videos have helped so much your wisdom is something I value so much, thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge with the next-generation
Best open sight rifle I've ever shot was a Henry
I worked at a factory where we plated the bodies 😁
I agree and I have 6 of them , very smooth
Love the lever gun. James Stewart' Winchester 73 is one of my favorite movies.
How tf did you comment 40 years ago!?
@@lockandbone6784 it's part of his channel name. The comment was actually posted 30~ minutes ago.
Absolutely! More movies should be named for firearms. Dirty Harry should've been named Smith & Wesson Model 29. Because we all know who the real star of that movie was!
Love that sound, it's such a distinctive sound that any criminal breaking into your house would turn and run out the door after hearing it. Beautiful rifles sir, great video and content as usual.
"randyjon224," Just like hunting -- for serious, INSTANTANEOUS home protection you've already levered a round into the chamber and gently lowered the hammer into half cock or all the way down and applied the crossbolt safety or tang safety into 'safe' setting (depending on century your reliable lever action was manufactured or year's model it was designed after re safety feature(s). The sound of expediently pulling back the hammer may very well be so quiet it may NOT be the second to the last sound the felon [ever] hears. For as long as sound movies have been made, 1927 -- , directors consistently and mindlessly film the 'hero' or the 'bad guy' cock their carbine's / rifle's lever before shooting, which is preposterous in most potential life-and-death situations [or hunting scenarios] where 'readiness' and common sense prevails. Thank you, hickok45.
I’ve got one of those Henry 1860 remakes in 45LC and that thing is so smooth and accurate. Also I appreciate that Hickok didn’t edit out his mistake about loading the wrong ammo. Goes to show no matter how skilled you are it’s still easy to make a mistake.
That's the first thing I thought when he introduced the rifles, I thought 'I would never do this, I would mix up the ammo'.
this man is blessed. him, his age and his aim.
I cherish this man. He ain't gonna be making videos forever, just glad I can be around to see him
My grandfather bought his Winchester 94 30-30 when he was 11 years old. He paid $25 and 15 chickens for it. It's been cherished in my safe now since he gave it to me for my 12th birthday. I don't shoot it as often as I should, I should get it out soon. Keep up the great work Hickok 👍.
Oh I love me some lever guns. I have a old marlin 30-30 and I absolutely love it. Probably my favorite gun I own. To bad it cost so damn much to shoot.
I lucked out on inheriting all my father and grandfather's reloading equipment and knowledge, on the rare occasions I see 30-30 in stores my jaw drops at the prices
@@turnermd1302 yup she's a safe queen now unfortunately.
another day of beautiful guns, and excellent shooting. great watch as always 💚 spring in TN is beautiful, love seeing it green up!
My Rossi in .454 it is a most versatile clambering. I can go from anemic .45 cowboy to .454s that equal standard .45 70s.
What an amazing collection, great to see them all together on the famous table. Love my lever guns, thanks for this great video, Hickok.
I'm making my last payment for my lever action after work today, its hilarious and pretty ironic you posted this today. They look good and stay safe!
What did ya pick?
The good ol' plinker Henry .22 lr
I originally bought it at a time I shouldn't of, needed bill money, sold it to my brother now I'm I'm buying it back
@@samgodwin7381 marlin or henry
@@samgodwin7381 how much are you gonna pay?
One other good point to your choice of the 45 colt Marlin is the ammo interchangeability with your Colt Single Action Army pistol you can pair up with the Marlin. Overall, each rifle was a great rifle and I know that choice had to be difficult as it would have been for myself. Thank's again for a great topic and video.
I knew it ! I have one and it is an awesome lever gun. I also have a few other lever guns, but that ones the best. As far as 45Colt cartridge goes, I agree with you all the way. Loaded hot or cold they can do what you need them to do.
Thank you sir. For everything. Not just the entertainment.. buy for the general lessons on life. I wish I lived in the states . Bless you all. 👊💛👍
You shoot so good, I’m always impressed.
If I had to pick one model it would be for the combination of history, handling, versatility, caliber selection, and physical beauty. John Browning's elegant design, the scaled down 1886... the Winchester model 1892 : )
I recently purchased a Rossi 92 in 357/38 special. Right out of the box it is giving me very tight groupings. Awesome gun. It's actually better than my old Winchester in 3030
Beautiful pieces hickok I’m a youngster but can still appreciate the beauty and history behind these rifles A beuty right there
Great video about making hard choices! I too agree on the 45 Colt as most versatile. I love it light (in my 1873 @ 14,000 psi) or heavy (in my Model 92 @ much higher loadings). So, I’d have to keep both!
I've had the pleasure of owning a number of Winchester levers. My absolute favorite was the 1907 25 35 with 28" octagon barrel & flip up rear sight. Incredibly accurate, smooth action & light recoil due to the heavy barrel. Sadly sold it in 2006 due to divorce. I still have my 9422M, also an excellent rifle.
I love lever winchester guns, my dream is to own one but it is so hard to find in my country
Nice conversation and collection!! Thanks for sharing as always.
My marlin golden mountie is my favorite .22. My 94 marlin .357 has been my deer rifle for the last 10yrs or so. Cant beat a lever. Awesome triggers, and seems the balance is exactly right.
Lever action always pulls the heart strings :)
I have a JM Marlin 1894c in 357. Hands down, my favorite rifle. It's sporting a set of Skinner sights on it. The gun's a lot of fun and more accurate than I am.
My model99 22-250 detachable box magazine.
It is amazing that you speak of loading issues in 357 lever guns. I have found the same difficulties in the SASS world. The 44s and 45s never have such difficulties … smooth as butter; but, the 357s are another story. My 1873 is specific to cartridge length, yes; but, slicker than me. My 92 is the same. We have had feed problems with Marlins; however, they don’t like 44 Special; but feed when loaded in 44 Mag cases (not a problem with the 92s.
Love all of these!! Wish I could find at least one!! You should really check out the newer Henry’s with side loading gate. They are hard to get hold of, but work flawlessly. Love my Henry’s. No Safety!! Thanks for all your great videos
Oh heck yeah a little Hickok 45 to start my day off work! Gonna be great!
The Marlin 1894 and the 45 Colt are both classics and perfect in a lever action rifle or carbine. They are great for cowboy action shooting, plinking, hunting, and self defense. You can also add a Ruger Vaquero or Blackhawk in 45 Colt for a sidearm!
Love my two JM Marlin 1894’s. Beautiful rifles. One of fave levers though are the antique Marlin 1893’s. They’re so much like a modern 94 but there’s something really special about them that’s impossible to verbalise.
The only problem I see with a lever gun in .45 LC is the anemic rim on the cartridge. That narrow rim is the reason Winchester never made a repeater in that caliber. That is the primary reason for the 44-40 or 44WCF cartridge. Had the .45LC been acceptable, Winchester would have made rifles in that caliber, including the Model 92., in the 19th century. Yeah, I know that the modern brass case is less likely to tear off the base of the cartridge on ejection, but the original .45 Colt casing was certainly prone to it.
Especially if you were firing Higher Pressure Rounds of .45 Colt. Those rims were just to brittle.
I have a Henry that fires a 45 Long Colt, and I was amazed at how little recoil there was the first time I fired it.
Just got a opportunity to watch the video, my friend keep putting out the good work that you do...great work and beautiful lever guns. Cannot wait to see more of the man Hickok45
I have a Marlin 1894 in 44 mag. It's a Talo trapper edition with the short 16 3/4 barrel. Love it for deer hunting here in Michigan. Such a fun gun to shoot, light and compact as well.
I think I would’ve picked the same thing in the end. You’re absolutely right, 45 Colt is a very versatile loading. I loved every gun on the table, but hey, you can only keep one!
.45 Colt is beast. You can load it to more potent standards than .44 magnum for a Lever Gun.
Mine would be my 1963 Savage 99f, but it would hurt to let all the others go.
A good choice. I have one in .300 and .264
Always wanted a savage 99. Such a gorgeous rifle.
Always a pleasure watching you on the range.
I recently picked up a 1978 vintage Glenfield/Marlin in 30-30 Model 30A with a Marlin 4x32 optic. Excellent shape with very little blemishes and very clean. Only fired 2 mags worth then put away. My neighbor was selling off some of his guns and made me a great deal. He even threw in some ammo with the deal.
The only person in the world who needs an XL safe for just lever guns. Man could start a museum of just his collection.
Love lever guns, something special to own.
I love my Rossi 92 in .357 Magnum with a 16" barrel. I could never part with it, it's such a nice shooter. I replaced the rear sight with a Skinner sight and it still shoots great.
I can only imagine how much money is only that table just started watching your videos and there great thanks for all the great knowledge your passing on to all of us...
Thank you for another wonderful video. Beautiful guns!
I enjoyed that! If I were to do a "Last Lever Gun" it would be a short video. I only have ONE, but it's one of my favorite guns of any type. A Henry Golden Boy. Still want to see you do a "Last .22" I'd ever sell. Would like it to include rifles, revolvers and pistols.
Henry 22lr golden boy is the best starter rifle, got no recoil
How have you commented 1 day ago?
@@airriflereviews4547 I was wondering the same thing myself.
@@airriflereviews4547 Patreon.
@@icebear4849 I prefer the octagon frontier model. Better cheek weld to teach fundamentals.
Love this guy, what a great education on lever guns! His knowledge is mind boggling!
Just bought a Henry Original and I love it. Thanks for showing me more about my gun.
They’re all very beautiful guns. Greetings from Chile
Thanks for the great info here, as I am looking at getting a lever action gun soon. Grew up hunting with a model 94 Winchester in .32 special. I do however love the idea of getting one in .357, because both my everyday carry gun and hunting revolver are the same caliber. This would really come in handy with cowboy action shooting, being able to load my rifle and revolver without worrying about mixing up ammo. Keep calm and shoot on!
I know where there is a Model 94 Winchester in 32 Special for sale.
Good choice and all the right reasons you listed. Life is good with a good lever action in your hand.
I like your videos very much, lever action rifles are my favorites in 357 and 44 magnum caliber. You are an incredible shooter, congratulation. I really want to see the future production from Ruger- Marlin specially in 357 and 44 magnum lever action rifles
Honestly, the Henry is my fave gun in your collecion. If I had one I'd never sell it.
I love the simplicity of a lever action... they are my favorite
I agree. Wish I had one.
@@arifsarikayaI bought a rossi model 92 in 45 long colt for $550 back in February at a gun show. I love it. The only thing that kinda sucks about it is the insane price of 45 long colt. If I were you I'd go with a 357 magnum, just because of the price of ammo. Just know that the guys trying to sell rossi's for $800 are ripping people off.
Mine would have to be my grandfathers 38/55 Marlin. It was his favourite, and talked about how many deer he had killed with it, and that it was a heavy hitting, good brush gun for deer compared to a 30/30. I also have his like new 30/30 Winchester, but love the old Marlin and it would top the list.
That would be a tough choice, thought you might go with the 86. Have a buddy with a nice Winchester collection. Was able to fondle his 66 rifle, 86 and shoot his 92. Definitely need to add some more to my collection. Thanks for sharing Hickok!
30:02 Yes, everyone should have at l;east one lever gun. I only have two ... a 1976 Marlin 336C I love tremendously and a 2016 Henry Big Boy Brass Carbine with Octagonal barrel in .357/.38Sp that has the best action ever, buttery smooth.
Such Beautiful Guns!!!
This one really surprised me! I fully expected it to be the good old '73 Winchester.
I have the same problem loading my 357 Henry. I watched you load that 45-70 man I wish I could load that smooth.
Even more lever guns.Very pretty guns
Love my Marlin 1895 sbl. Ruger did a great job restoring the Marlin name
Yes they did, lets hope the price becomes more reasonable?
@@briansearles4473 100% agree, very hard to find one at msrp
@@parkebridgeman7223 Sad to say it's very hard to find one period. Same thing with Henry rifles, where are they hiding?
Dear Hickok45, thanks for the advisory support… Helping us to decide which one (lever action rifle) to choose… Marlins, Henrys, Winchesters or whatever… nice choice, Marlin 45Colt now in my list… life is good!
You have the best stuff and thanks for showing them. I would love to try that lever action collection.
Got a 30.30 made 1907,and 25.35. made 1905.26" octagon barrels. Never sell either.
Couldn't go wrong with any of those. I'm partial to 357 myself. Always impressed with how fast those little guys get to the target. I'll bet you've put more rounds through that 45 than all the others put together. Or, maybe I've just watched those videos more so it seems like it.
I thought the 357 was going to win. The Browning would have won in a different cal
Hickok has more lever actions in his collection than most people have guns in theirs
I have over 25 children ( firearms) but I'm ashamed that only one is a lever action. But proud it's a marlin 1895 guide gun in 45 70.
Howdy Hickok445, I really enjoy your videos, thanks for covering more lever action rifles!
He's like the Jay Leno of Guns
Very very outstanding video. Wonderful job. Keep up the great work. Thanks a lot friend. SC Navy vet. 1965.
I had a Marlene guide rifle with micro groove 45/70 only problem grooves would fill up then tend to loose accuracy I pasted it down. I did use and had a 32 special octagon barrel curved but plate , great shooter but times were hard and mom need cash to keep me going back in the day. I knew the fellow that had it but he would never sell it. The story on the 32 compared to the 30-30 there were many Thanks for the show brought back memories
Loves your videos sir, even though I really wanted revolver for myself :(
One that I still kick myself for selling, a Marlin 30-30 lever action bought back in the 80s. You could feel the quality in that gun.
Love it. Hickok 45 and lever guns best way to start the day.
My choice would be 357 magnum/38 special. Versatility is the main reason, but also because a wide variety of factory ammo is (sometimes) available. Plus, my favorite handguns are 357/38, so one type of ammunition fits all. Plenty powerful and accurate.
Beautiful looking rifles. “Love lever action rifles. Life is good”
I wish you had a Winchester model 88 or a Savage model 99 on the table.
I don't know what it is about the 18th century but craftsmanship back then was more flamboyant, it screamed CLASS it's a shame we don't have that anymore
I have an original 1873 with half octagon half round barrel. Got it re-lined a few years ago. Shoots like a new gun now
Always liked all of them, but the savage model 99 that i sold like the idiot i was, is the one i miss.
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Great video. Nothing beats a good level action rifle!
👍. Great review. Thank you for keeping us informed.
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Lever action was always more interesting than younger bolt action models.You can shoot lever gun as fast as semi auto gun if you are good with it. No way to shoot near as fast with bolt. Under heavy stress lever wins, too bad it didnt got developed further and added the magazine.
you will never fire a lever gun as fast as a semi auto, which can be fired as fast as 500-600 rounds per minute with practice and trigger discipline, check out some garand thumb videos
...I just bought a new large pistol grip lever for my ORIGINAL Marlin Guide Gun with the ported barrel which my late, wonderful wife bought me waay back ca. 2008 - I also bought a Boyd's pistol grip stock. My stock id the original straight one - but Ranger Point Precision never seemed to have the large STRAIGHT lever so made the command decision to change the buttstock...I'll keep the original parts...that Guide Gun is worth serious dinero these days...
I have a 357 Henry that I put a peep sight on and it shoots incredibly well. I feel like I can hit targets like 45 does with it!