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Post by tentcamper on Jan 15, 2024 18:44:50 GMT -5
I've been toying with the idea of getting a BFR in 444 Marlin. For months I've watched GB and there might be ONE listed somewhere. Today I looked on GB and find tons of these available. Looks like BFR is shipping these again.
A buddy decided he liked my BFR 500JRH so he bought a BFR in 460 Smith. My turn... 'twas thinking the 444 Marlin for something different. I already have ammo. Of course the BFR is 45-70 might be fun too.
Maybe I'll hunt with this. Maybe. Probably mostly be used on gallon water jugs, 2 liter bottles and large fruit at a private range.
Maybe maybe I'd scope this and shoot long range steel. Hmmm.
So many choices...
Anyone have a BFR in either 444 Marlin or 45-70 to comment on? Appreciate any info/suggestions.
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 15, 2024 19:13:17 GMT -5
My first BFR was a 45-70. It's crazy accurate and fun to shoot. Highly recommend!!!
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Post by lar4570 on Jan 15, 2024 21:14:04 GMT -5
My first BFR was a 45-70 also. It can be a real beast when loaded hot and heavy.
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Post by bigboredad on Jan 15, 2024 22:21:44 GMT -5
My first bfr was a 45-70. I wish I never sold but sometimes life gets in the way
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Post by tentcamper on Jan 16, 2024 5:31:20 GMT -5
My 500JRH has the "Bisley" grip. For these rifle calibers is the Bisley or their huge rubber plowhandle grip recommended for recoil?
On edit: I do not see the Bisley grip offered on any of the BFR 444 Marlins on GB currently. Perhaps the market has concluded their rubber grip works fine?
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Post by bigbore5 on Jan 16, 2024 5:41:31 GMT -5
Not in a bfr, but love it in the contender and Marlin.
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Post by Quick Draw McGraw on Jan 16, 2024 12:21:07 GMT -5
I have a .45-70 BFR with a 7.5" barrel. It is super accurate and built like a tank. I love that gun. Highly recommend it. I'd go with the .45-70 as ammo and brass are much easier to find than the .444 Marlin.
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Post by jgt on Jan 16, 2024 14:13:07 GMT -5
I am a huge fan of the 444 cartridge, but I am only going to shoot it in a rifle.
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Post by Thunderjet on Jan 17, 2024 9:31:14 GMT -5
IMO skip the 444 and go for the 45-70. Brass is much easier to find and resale value is better.
BFR says the 45-70 is their #1 selling caliber.
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Post by tentcamper on Jan 17, 2024 11:37:38 GMT -5
Thanks, all.
45-70 is probably third on that list, but a close third.
The 30-30 is also a contender.
30-30 ammo is plentiful, I already handload 45-70 but the 444 Marlin just seemed almost exotic enough to be a doer.
I'll keep scratching my head while I decide.
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 17, 2024 11:45:00 GMT -5
Always buy exactly what you want!!! We get one shot at life, so enjoy it.
The 444 Marlin should be a spectacular performer with a nearly endless list of bullet options.
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Post by magnumwheelman on Jan 17, 2024 12:01:17 GMT -5
I could look it up, but I'm sure a lot of you guys know this off the top of your head... ( BTW... I have a 500 JRH, & 45-70 was 2nd BFR )... will the other 44 caliber hand gun cartridges fit in the 444 chamber???
just a question in theory, for those that don't handload... I load 444 buck & ball loads, shot loads, & low pressure loads for a Contender barrel made from a 44 Hot Shot barrel...
Trailboss in 444 handgun loads allow for much variety
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Post by jgt on Jan 18, 2024 9:12:47 GMT -5
No other 44 caliber cartridges will not fit the 444 chamber. A lot of gun writers over the years claimed the 444 was a stretched 44 magnum cartridge but when you read one of them you immediately know he does not know what he is talking about. I am a big fan of the 44 line of revolver cartridges and the 444 rifle cartridge. I know better than to mess with the 444 in a handgun. The 44 magnum and 445 have already covered that ground and do a great job.
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