317 1 Image (s) Ruger Blackhawk .357 Maximum, 1983, 10.5-inch, great bore, 95%, layaway Gun #: 945177475 Seller: Sportsmans Legacy GA Sales: 739 $1,750.00 Full Details 1 Image (s) ROSSI R-92 LEVER RIFLE .357 MAGNUM Gun #: 942851574 Seller: Alpha Omega Services LLC $948.60 Browning created the 1892 to compete with the Marlin 1888, and according to legend, completed the work in two weeks. The rifle should be able to shoot all the standard lead .357 bullets, including the 148 gr wadcutters. It works out to about the same as a heavy loaded 38-55 in a Marlin 336. They were discontinued for quite awhile and JMs were going for $1200 or more. Awesome. . But after losing popularity due to gas cutting issues, this chambering was eventually dropped by all manufacturers. I take the time to dial in bores, do all throating separately forthe best co-axial alignment of the throat with the bore, and cut a few tenths of a thousandth tighter throat. The .357 Maximum: Too Hot to Handle - An Official Journal Of The NRA You can boost the Unique up to around 11-12 grains, as I recall, and your gun should handle it fine with that bullet. . Available in different sizes and red dot ready, it'll fit your needs, whatever they are. Reloading has nothing to do with it.. And, I AM a Vietnam in-country veteran, Gomer. I can (for now) legally own an AR, and do. The last time I was at the range with my marlin in 45-70 all eyes were on meeveryone else shooting the newest AR/AK and here comes this doofus with a lever action thumper. So for me, the perfect single-caliber combo would be .357 Mag wheelgun at the hip holster, and lever gun such as one of those shown in the article above. Last one he had and probably will get for some time. lets say it was well used and not maintained. Trust me. by AJMD429 Sat Jul 21, 2012 6:57 pm, Post Among their improvements was a revision to the receiver for their model of 1894. The .357 Magnum is considerably more powerful than its parent round the .38 Special. 357 Magnum, 357 Maximum Load Development Results - Match Grade Machine Common sense Gun Safety . I have a 94 Trapper in 357 Magnum that I rechambered to 357 Maximum. Cheap factory 158gr LRN is subsonic and stupid quiet for those that are complete hereticslike meand suppress their levers. . The Jelly Head Maximum utilizes an extended taper and fluted ports to tighten patterns up to 20 perc OUR STOCK NUMBER:13211 CONDITION: NEW IN THE BOX MAKE/MODEL: ROSSI..R-92 ACTION: LEVER RIFLE CALIBER: .357 MAGNUM/.38 SPECIAL BARREL: 20" CAPACITY: 12+1 FURNITURE: DARK BRAZILIA Uberti 1873 Cattleman II NM Steel 7 1/2" .357 Mag with Retractable firing pin (356550) This pistol is brand new in the box. You want a 357 Max rifle, best to go to MGM with Encore barrel, with Bellm's chambering. I would think it would beat the .357 Maximum, honestly. I never got to shoot either. For me, a Max levergun would only be desirable if it would cycle Mags and possibly Specials as well. Send your barrel or barrel with forend attached for chamber work. As a recap on hand loads, I would suggest that anyone wishing to hunt with the .357 rifle should . In an effort to keep the playing field dead level for all competitors, they rigidly adhered to the no-modification standard. @ Ed Palumbo. Item Number: 534259137. I kept still hoping that they couldnt climb a tree. Hard to beat real world experience which is mainly what this site consists of. I would think the old school lever lovers and the black rifle guys could come together on this. The easiest way to get a long gun in .357 Max is in a Handi Rifle and there is plenty written about them in the Max. Who knew wild turkey's were so stupid!? Rechamber to .357 Maximum or rethroat .357 Magnum factory chamber: Send the TC, CVA, ORHenry BARREL ONLY, and $125 check or money order, total including UPS shipping. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Thompson center contender barrel, 357 max, 21" blued at the best online prices at eBay! Since its a range toy for me, its never been a big enough issue for me to bump it to the top of the to-do list. 8,125. | Optimum overall rifle performance is 2300 to 2400 fps with 180 gr. If you want to. Note the 1/4" groups with .358" bullets in their .358" cylindrical throat and only slightly larger groups with .357" bullets, Copyright 2023 .357 Remington Maximum Done Right by Mike Bellm, Mr. Max USA, New Custom Made Barrels by Match Grade Machine. That all depends on the powder youre burning. Yes, tactical Virginia, you can put a red dot on a lever gun. But I also have lever rifles in pistol calibers of 357 and 45 colt. Unless Marlin has COMPLETELY reformed their QC system, I would never spend $600 on one of their levers. What I found odd or maybe not is that after all the semi automatic handguns, rifles and pump action shotguns were gone no one was buying lever actions. The hammer was replaced and some work was done to help the feeding and cycling but I am still having a bolt issue. Although a crimp is not required for a single-shot firearm, I crimp anyway. Because the .357 Maximum in a Contender comes close to .35 Rem. Every bullet tested shot very well, and we did not have any key-holing whatsoever on any of the projectiles. A . And some states (North Carolina) consider that a concealed weapon. Seldom has any new gun/ new cartridge combination failed so quickly.Ruger's long-framed Blackhawk was first to market in two barrel lengths. Ive shot the .30-30, and its fine, but man, Id love that thing in .357. barrel and (2) additional 12rd magazines. This cartridge began the " Magnum era" of handgun ammunition. A lever gun would be a really fun toy for me. It shouts very well that way. JavaScript is disabled. I have a MGM barrel 24" ProHunter Contour 1:14 twist which allows me to shoot 180 grain bullets and above extremely well. .357 out of a 20 Henry Big Boy Steel rivals the muzzle energy of a .223 out of an 18 inch. That keeps spent brass out of the eye of the user and today, allowing for easy mounting of a scope. I'd hoped the cartridge would be well received by the market, that Marlin would act on chambering their Model 1894 lever action for the .357 Max, but few seemed to appreciate what the cartridge had to offer. The furniture is high grade walnut, and the Deluxe Sporting model also features a 24-inch half octagon barrel and half rounded. The "U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903," better-known as the M1903 Springfield, has become one of the most popular U.S. military small arms to collect. The first loads I worked up were with Speers 0.358-inch 180-grain FNSP intended for the .35 Remington. My factory Maxi is a 1982 also. It's failure as a commercial load does not reflect poorly on it's performance, as it has become increasingly popular for handgun hunters and silhouette shooters alike. Turns out that my relatively new Ford pickup has plenty of room for a lever gun too. Most of our deer were harvested at 30-45 yards. Which was ".357 maximum Auto Rimless." The moniker ".357 Max AR" stuck with the round for 3 reasons, 1) it was a 5.56 case expanded to straightwall, maximizing its capacity, 2) it uses load data very similar to the 357 Maximum rimmed revolver cartridge, and 3) the "Max-AR," Auto Rimless, was really only meant for use in AR-15's . I would like to try Reloader 7 with bullets heavier than 180 grains. by Hobie Fri Jul 20, 2012 7:35 am, Post Velocities can exceed 2,000 fps in a 14-inch barrel, and that could make a hollowpoint bullet intended for .357 Magnum velocities behave like a varmint bullet. My one friend was shooting 158jsp out of his as they shot very well. Yup. I have a old JM Marlin lever rifle in .357, Its one of those rifles that has been out there and used before I got it. 357 Remington Maximum Load Data 1 single-shot rifle in .357 Magnum, extra rifles without the CHP markings were offered through employee sales. Also have a stainless Rossi in .45 Colt. All you have to do is search the net for, I survived a center-mass shot from a .357 magnum to see all the supporting evidence you need. The Henry Big Boy Steel is a great option, too. Who needs a semi auto rifle. I still have a safe full of ARs, but thinking this Marlin is going to be seeing a lot more range time than they will. allows seating bullets out to create the same case capacity as the published "revolver spec" .357 Maximum loads that have all the bullet shank stuffed into the case, duplicate .350 Legend powder charge weights that should give the same or better ballistics as factory .350 Legend ammo, and. Most 357 mag guns are 16" barrels and some are 20 inch. The resulting airspace does no good. Bullets are .357 for jacketed and .358 for lead in diameter. .44-40. Its moderate recoil makes it perfect for smallish folks such as the ladies and folks with disabilities who simply can not stand the recoil of the various .45's. I don't think it is possible due to OAL differences. The max lead . The 357 out-paces the 44-40 and 32-20 by a fair margin. NEF 357 Mag camo syn stocks with camo Nikon scope H&R 490 Topper Jr 20 ga, barrel cut to 21.5" threaded to Rem Chokes. Great deal on a 357 magnum! Or crushed and fermented into a crisp, dry Cider. Frankly the quality was sinking fast before Remington bought them out, but they went straight off the cliff when they fired all the Marlin workers and took their worn out tooling and put their own Remington workers (with no experience building lever guns) on them. You can find handguns in the .357 Remington Maximum, but prices vary. The .357 Maximum is a "stretched" .357 Magnum case; it's about 0.315 inch longer than its parent. Top 5 Best .357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifles In 2023 Reviews - TheGunZone You can shoot 357 Mags through it. But alas. plus i have very bad eyes, and kinda need a scope or a red dot to shoot in a relaxed fashion. Night and day in service and I didnt have to wait over a month. Give a Gift .30 Carbine vs .357 Magnum - milsurps.com Lil Gun starting at 26 grains and worked up to as much as 30 grains gives top velocities in 24 barrels and good velocities in shorter barrels. Actually prefer 30-30 to any handgun round. You have my (good natured) envy. Id bet the old timers that rode the wild and woolly west would have liked the magnum in a rifle. Please try a new zip code and search again. I sure like my Marlin 94c..I had my Smith do an action and trigger job on it. IMR 4227 for .357 Magnum | The Firearms Forum The Henry Big Boy Classic is as close to the original lever gun as it gets without having to look for .44 rimfire. Paper patch an almost pure lead 380 to 400 gr bullet and it will do a number on an critter waaaaay out there even propelled with black powder but you have to know where your rifle shoots at what yardage. Finding component will likely be tough though. Last time I went hunting. and i personally think the word tactical and the word options are interchangeable. Classified Ad (1000+), Search Full Text of Listings I believe Ive had more fun with my .357 Maximum barrel than any other in my T/C stable with the possible exception of the .22 Hornet barrel. I would also point out that IHMSA was a handloader's sport. Indeed. to 200 gr. soft . I know its not the answer you want, but it gets you to the same place. I was surprised I didnt see any comments about the Henry Big Boy X. I bought this in a .357 mag at BassPro for $800 and it has the side gate for loading. Geoff: Nope, not yet. by groschen1936 Tue Jul 31, 2012 2:28 pm, Post Fortunately I do have lever guns in .22, .44 and 30-30 so Im not that upset. 357 Remington Maximum Load Data - Nosler But it was attached to the saddle..which was (hopefully) attached to the horse. You can also get your lever action fix without breaking the bank on ammunition .357 Remington is cheaper than .30-30 and without breaking your shoulder, as a .45-70 will make you black rifle boys soil yourselves and cry for your mommas. The One-cartridge Hobby: .357 Magnum :: Guns.com Max. Even if production revolvers missed the test barrel velocities by 200 fps, they produced enough muzzle velocity to achieve good terminal performance from softpoints giving better penetration. by AJMD429 Thu Jul 19, 2012 4:25 pm, Post Once that word gets around, Henry and Brazilian made Rossi levers, and even Uberti and other Italian made Lever guns will gain more of the market share. The one i have now has bllard rifling which is accurate with jacketed or lead bullets. Ive wanted one for years. The 1894 CSBL has a 16-inch barrel, with an 8-shot tube. Take a lever action over an AR every day. Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Flintlock Misc, Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Matchlock/Wheellock Misc, Century Arms International (CAI) - Rifles, Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Rifles (perc), Winchester Rifles - Modern Bolt/Auto/Single, Winchester Rifles - Pre-1899 Bolt/Single Shot, Century Arms International (CAI) - Pistols, Colt Automatic Pistols (.25, .32, & .380 cal), Colt Single Action Revolvers - Modern (22 Cal. Own Stock. If you use 158-grain bullets on game, I highly recommend softpoints over hollowpoints. His just naturally pointed well, I didnt have to work at all. Firearms returned for any reason other than damage or undisclosed conditions will be subject to a 10% restocking fee. Not all of us have the ability for various reasons to reload. I do like the other pistols but somehow I always end up back at one of those two. Id stay away from used Marlins made anywhere from 2005-2015 though. This is not an issue for single-shot firearms, and the long bullet cleared the rifling in the pressure barrel and our T/C barrels. by AJMD429 Sat Jul 21, 2012 2:17 pm, Post Just ask! Buy .357 Maximum SuperMag 180g Hornady XTP HP 1800 FPS 20 rounds: GunBroker is the largest seller of Pistol Ammunition Ammunition All: 972984640. . And has since been dropped by everyone except TC.. The .357 sounds like just the ticket for deer hunting in heavy brush where 70-80 yard shots are about the max you will find. I love Lever action rifles, and own Rossis, Savage 99s, Winchesters , ( 92 and 94s), Marlins, and Henrys, in 357 magnum and 44 Rem Mag. I have not seen the .357 atomic but know of the .375 atomic-it is a i.4 in. There were two major complaints with the Max, both having to do with powder gas erosion. Last one I owned was an 1889 Marlin in .44-40. Ive never understood the fascination with Black Rifles. Ruger, super Blackhawk 357, maximum 10 1/2 inch barrel in excellent condition and fire very little comes with original box and papers. Remington and Ruger eventually . New in the Box. .357 Rem. The Gun That Won The West. by groschen1936 Thu Jul 19, 2012 1:29 pm, Post Gun shows are your salvation. The most common include: Ruger Blackhawk Dan Wesson Model 40 This is the same bullet we've used with great sucess in the .35 Rem loads. .357 velocities peak in a 16 barrel and decrease thereafter. 38 Special full metal jacket round will hit with the force of 189 pounds of pressure per square foot at a . new No sales CA - NY - know your state laws! This was a blue-collar sport that could be pursued at relatively modest cost, using handloads in a rock-bottom minimum battery of one powerful revolver. by pwl44m Thu Jul 19, 2012 1:56 pm, Post I made a Magneto V3 adapter on the cheap, Dirt cheap UPS has officially stopped shipping guns. When I lived in the mountains caretaking a state property, soon learned the first day of hunting season would see the deer herd moving onto the property, bedding down behind the residence and the snow plow shed. XTP bullet in a 357 mag. Big improvement in smothness. It was an 1895 GBL. marcJ (author) from Mid-MO on July 21, 2015: After becoming accustomed to the cartridge and it's range of uses, I too couldn't believe it never caught on commercially. The round barrel is just 17.4 inches, threaded for a suppressor and features a 1:16 rate of twist. I had owned two previously and traded them off as they were great with jacketed bullets but not lead (microgroove). https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/gun-review-rossi-model-92-lever-action-45-colt/, Also not a .357, but a stunning Henry: It is my go-to gun for self-defense at home and in my car. Khalil, Ive got one in .327 Fed Mag and Im here to tell you IT IS SWEET!! Why wouldnt you want a .357 Magnum lever action rifle? So when they become available, people on this blog will be talking about them. You can find ammo, and buy it if you can afford it. Primos Jelly Head Choke Tube Maximum Supertight Remington 20 Ga. Primos Jelly Head Choke Tube Maximum Supertight Remington 12 Ga. Primos Jelly Head Choke Tube Maximum Benelli-beretta 12 Ga. Uberti 1873 Cattleman NM Steel 7 1/2" .357 Mag with Retractable firing pin (356550), Taylor's & Co 1892 Alaskan Black Takedown 16" Lever Action 357 Mag - NIB, 200 Round Case Underwood Ammunition .38 Special 100gr. Trying to understand why the only conclusion I can draw is that people think them as old-fashioned and slow. Bottom line, if you get a Marlin lever gun that works and shoots good, and without a crossbolt safety, dont EVER sell it. In the early 1980s, the hottest thing going for competitive handgunners was IHMSA. Both cartridges can be practical for hunting midsized, and some large game. properly aligns and supports the shank of the bullet as it enters the rifling. KBCraig, have you tried buying primers recently? by Tycer Thu Jul 19, 2012 6:35 pm, Post In those area, they cant legally own an AR, AK, etc. Not quite as fast but a staple item is 296/110 with 23 gr. https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/gun-review-henry-big-boy-44-magnum/. Thompson center contender barrel, 357 max, 21" blued | eBay Im just fed up with the fact I spent over $1000 in gun and ammo to not be able to use it AND when it comes back from the shop it is dirty, not fixed, and has some cosmetic issues that werent there when I shipped it. I have. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Kept that gun quite a few years, took it out to shoot every now and then. While Ive never loaded brass I have loaded shotshells on a card table in the living room with a mec 650. As they are harder to find, I switched to PPU 158 JHP with little change for sighting in. The Henry Big Boy Steel in .357 is about $700. Curious that this article features only the most expensive versions of .357 carbines. Own Stock. 008-E503829 | MTM. 357 Maximum Brass - Small Rifle - Brass Cases - Starline Brass My findings are three of us used 357 mag out of 2 Rossi lever at 20 inch and one Marlin with 16.25 to hunt blacktails and elk. I wonder how the rimless version of the .357 Maximumthe .350 Legendwill fare. The last time I sent a gun off for some work was a chiappa revolver 2 years ago. Goes to show I learn something new every day. And 9mm , 45 ACP, 40 S&W , 380 Auto and all the rest. The Story of my life it seems. And dont let anyone tell you that lever actions are slow. My standard rule for maximum pressure that I have gone by for over 35 years is to take pressures to the point where a slight crater (ridge) begins to appear around the firing pin indent, then back off to just below that point. It is a smaller diameter bullet with a high velocity, which makes it penetrate well during hunting. Discuss. by Hobie Sat Jul 21, 2012 9:59 am, Post The receiver was warped slightly outward, he pressed it back into line. 350 Ledgend vs 357 Rem Max | Bloodydecks It might not be a good reason but thats not what was asked. Henry is finally putting out some side loading gate models, while still retaining the muzzle end magazine tube, so as to make them easier and safer to unload. From reloading to bullet selection, reloading powder choice and factory ammunit. I Wont be waiting on you to be relevantjust sayin. But WHATEVER YOU DO, dont use FMJ for self defense. by bgmkithaca Sat Jul 21, 2012 10:46 am, Post My revolvers and levers arent in .357 Mag. We call all major brands, calibers, and gauges of ammunition for your firearms. Within a few weeks, the company got so many complaints, they halted production and never resumed. At only 6 lbs, it can easily be carried in the handwhich you have to do since it lacks sling studs. Also have a Winchester 1886 in 45-90, I shoot 45-70 loads in it and had no issues. It would not feed 38 Specials so I reinstalled the original parts and shoot the Maximums by loading them one at a time. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Just picked up a Marlin 1894C at my local gun store. Smooth as butter. The old tooling is long gone now. As most revolver . The fact is, .357 lever action rifles are proven game-getters, as they are well-suited to whitetail and hog hunting in thick timber at close (r) range, inside about 150 yards. 357 Magnum Ammo for Sale Up to 24% Off - OpticsPlanet This gun has a hardwood stock and forend, case colored receiver, and 22" barrel. Back in 05, I bought an Interarms marked Rossi model 92SR off of the used rack at a LGS for $200. 357 max load Data | Graybeard Outdoors Yes, it was an easy one to fill the bill with. including a .40 S&W Barrel (view pictures). .357 caliber bullets (from left to right) 158 gr XTP, 180 gr XTP, 200 gr FTX, New 357 Rem Max casing. Itll still all fit in a small tackle box. Going price was 399.they didnt have any..but said they had a 45 Long Colt at a discount 299easy decision. It can really thump that shoulder. GunBroker.com Forums. Not all rifles need to be used to kill commies. Upon opening the box the gun was dirty and needed to be cleaned/oiled, not sure if the dust was from the shipping cardboard or lack of care in the shop before packing. Over time, Sellier & Bellot expanded its product line to include rifle cartridges and smokeless powder. Made in 1983, serial 600-02396 has a 10.5-inch barrel, blade front sight, adjustable rear sight, transfer bar and wood grips. Nobody cared about the AR-15. All Shooting Times subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. Even swap. Just my opinion, your mileage may vary. But they do fit nicely behind a seat. It was way past the time Henry made a side loading gate Lever action rifle. CHECK FOR EXCESS PROTRUSION OF THE CASE FROM THE END OF THE BARREL BEFORE FIRING! Henry offers their stunningly beautiful rifles, all American-made, for substantially less than a Marlin price tag. Many shooters used their long-barreled .357 Magnum revolvers but usually longed for a bit more velocity to go with those heavy bullets. Nostalgia isnt relevance. It lacks a top-mounted rail (you can still install one, the receiver is pre-tapped). FILE PHOTO Check out our website and use our Facebook li Taylor's & Co 1892 Alaskan Black Takedown 16 inch .357Mag Lever Action. Depending on how hot the load is. Slip Top 50 Red Ammo Box 38 /357 Mag /357 Max /38 ACP /38 Super. The winchester representative claimed 2300 fps with a 150gr bullet out of a 20 inch barrel. .357 Maximum | The Firearms Forum Some of the smaller single-action companies produced their version. They only made these two years. Youll see how relevant lever guns are next time the bolsheviks are in the white house. Show Only Non-Guns. Larger game such as elk or black bear warrant a more substantial cartridge and hunting game on the open plains of the West requires more power and a flatter trajectory. That it would also make a good field cartridge for hunting small and medium game is obvious. 357 Magnum Rifles | Sportsman's Warehouse Thus sighted, 125 grain +p 38 special is spot on out to about 50 yards, maybe furtherbut havent tried it. In addition to the 180-grain bullet, Speer makes a 220-grain FN that will exceed 1,500 fps in a 14-inch Contender, and Hornady and Sierra both make 200-grain RN versions that should reach 1,600 to 1,650 fps. At pressures in the 40,000-psi range, they helped avoid primer flowback that can tie up a break-action firearm. The finish is stainless steel with a black/gray laminate stock with checkered pistol grip and a rubber recoil pad. Cartridge is a mite better now than 3 years ago, IMO. Low dollar lever gun joy is in your future. $800 was a great price.. If you don't there are some good old black powder era straight wall cases that you could utilize to make a real deer hunting longer range rifle. hollow points, you can aim dead on with it at 100 yds. Show Only with Pictures My lever lust may remain unquenched. Took it out on a pesky squirrel with a .308. Would love a new one, in particular one of the Henry brand as the finishes are absolutely beautiful. For some reason it's hard to exceed what 2400 can do in the .357 mag, but H110/W296 and lil gun should also be viable options. Before the Remington, Freedom group takeover. Apparently it was a regular thing. I know jack-all about lever guns except what I saw on The Rifleman growing up. . 1/ picking up brass at this range is not required, only the reloaders typically pick it up. It loads long, with a cartridge overall length (COL) of 2.145 inches, well over the published max COL of 1.990 inches. Guns can be fun. The 357 Max is generally considered to be less powerful that 35 Rem, but I don't know if you would see a difference in a 14" barrel. You can even shoot .38 Special for some of the easiest long gun plinking youll ever do. 30.30 vs. 357mag for deer hunting | Survivalist Forum (Winchester 94) and .22lr (Marlin 39A x2) with various accompanying sidearms. Its moderate recoil makes it perfect for smallish folks such as the ladies and folks with disabilities who simply can not stand the recoil of the various .45's. Yes I had one.. perry42 Nov 23, 2018 #12 We do not charge additional fees for credit cards. Guys that do this are, shall we saypreoccupied with velocity, which is usually the product of light bullets and fast-burning powder.I believe that a failure to appreciate the complexities of this cartridge, the bullets available for it and the proper propellants applicable were a major reason why it passed early. Rethroating, .357 Magnum barrels and rechambering to .357 Remington Maximum and Winchesters new .350 Legend. Emailed them and apparently they dont have wood parts that would fit. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I got a 336BL a couple years ago and I have no complaints. Perfect for those states with straight wall case limits and/or overall cartridge case length limits where in most cases the .45 cal. I have a MGM barrel 24" ProHunter Contour 1:14 twist which allows me to shoot 180 grain bullets and above extremely well. I prefer flatnose or roundnose designs in this velocity range because they typically demonstrate better expansion than Spitzers at the same velocity. Here is a link to an article that may answer some questions. But its the old Supply and demand scenario. 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Granted, it comes rather dear at $1,214 MSRP, but since the name on it is Marlin instead of Winchester, you should be able to pick it up for much less. The fact is, .357 lever action rifles are proven game-getters, as they are well-suited to whitetail and hog hunting in thick timber at close(r) range, inside about 150 yards. The .357 Remington Maximum was conceived primarily as an ultra-velocity, flat-trajectory silhouette cartridge.