Marlin 336 in 35 Rem?

[Contenderizer]

I've had a 336 in 35 Rem for many years and its my "go to" gun for most of my Florida hunting. I believe that Marlin is the only gun manufacturer to still use that round (except T/C and and prehaps other single shot guys) but the round is here to stay. Hornady is now making LEVERevolution ammo in 35 Rem, but I have never tried it as I'm "way happy" with how my gun performs using Winchester 200 gr Power-Points (I don't reload this round as I simple don't use enough to justify the start-up costs).

As stated in Cartridges of the World- "(the 35 Rem) has far better knockdown power than the 30-30 under any conditions and at any range".

I have found that to be very true. Velocity figures are similar to the 30-30 but the heavier bullet gives the 35 Rem a huge advantage. I've never used more than one shot on numerous hogs and deer. But, like a 30-30, don't look to this load for your long-range hunts. Recoil is modest, about like a 30-30, so you can pass it down to the kids. Just remember to buy your factory ammo when you see it as its sometimes scarce and always pricey. Otherwise, you'er gunna love it!!