Looking at a 336 in 30-30, first lever gun I'll have used if it gets here. A 1977 model, full length magazine tube. Thinking this will do for a yard gun for raccoons etc. with reduced loads. Downloaded the manual, need to read that.
What else do I need to learn or know? I'm pretty used to bolt guns, semi autos, and pump shotguns so I'll have to figure out any tricks on the lever assembly when I strip it down, I imagine.
What lube is best used internally?
Flat nosed or RN bullets so as to prevent primers being set off, I know already; Tubular magazine.
Action's already drilled and tapped for a scope, maybe a red dot scope this time as that could do it.
Might put a modded UTG tri-rail on it for a light.
And I have big hands, if the lever's too small for me, what do folks do to get a larger one?
Who is good for parts for the Marlins? In case I need to know
Any other questions I should ask or things I should think about?
Microgroove rifling, so I guess .311-.313 or so cast, or j-word bullets, would be indicated.