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: kzread.info/head/PLThWr6EloFzkwBQxKigzXE1vKUm_nGjKF

@thunderfan747

2 жыл бұрын

I'm just happy to know that if we're ever invaded, you have Tennessee locked down!

@jeffreybryan5349

2 жыл бұрын

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.

@ricktaylor5744

2 жыл бұрын

Is that why the iron frame Henry did not make the table? Or just to difficult to find ammo for.

@danielvhernandez777

2 жыл бұрын

I want one

@markhenley5131

2 жыл бұрын

Absolute beauties in your collection . All great rifles . Mine would be the 44 magnum or the 30 /30 loves those calibres . Great video again

This is the LAST channel I’d ever unsubscribe from

@ardshielcomplex8917

Жыл бұрын

You and I both

@outdooraddventure

Жыл бұрын

I agree one of the best firearms channels out there

@Wisegoatface

Жыл бұрын

You thought he was going to pin u

@karlyoung5089

Жыл бұрын

@@Wisegoatface Bwahahaha! When kissing ass don't pay off.

@TheJpep2424

Жыл бұрын

@Stalker because

Hickok and lever actions were definitely made for each other

@Mr81joe

2 жыл бұрын

Uber

@jackclingenpeel5020

11 ай бұрын

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

@evanwindom3265

2 жыл бұрын

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.

@billymorrissey4815

2 жыл бұрын

I thought u were quoting red from shawshank for a sec then I read the rest of the paragraph and thought never mind

@daveelliott78

2 жыл бұрын

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

@BriBeast8566

2 жыл бұрын

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).

@charger19691

2 жыл бұрын

The 30-30 Winchester is a wonderful rifle and cartridge!

We need this kind of quality in modern guns.

@Followme556

2 жыл бұрын

I'd pick his modern stainless/gray laminate Marlin over any of them, if choosing one as a pure shooter.

@cw-tf8ng

2 жыл бұрын

99 savage 300 sav

@megatrends

2 жыл бұрын

Henry ... I own one and would buy more.

@cw-tf8ng

2 жыл бұрын

Luv my 44 x Henry great co.

@megatrends

2 жыл бұрын

@@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. :)

@goldenlife9856

2 жыл бұрын

If I had access to his back yard or one similar, I would be in heaven

@Free-Bodge79

2 жыл бұрын

Absolute pleasure to watch ay!?💛

@JCrook1028

2 жыл бұрын

It was actually surprising to see a few misses this video.

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!

@theZombieAdrift

2 жыл бұрын

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

Last lever gun I would sell. My dad gave me his 1967 Winchester 30-30🇺🇸

@bushcraft6884

2 жыл бұрын

My Grandpa gave me a Marlin Guide Gun 45 - 70.

@BriBeast8566

2 жыл бұрын

The sentimental ones are hard to part with.

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

I think it's safe to say that there has never been a rifle made as beautiful as a lever gun

@Albatross0913

Жыл бұрын

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.

@henryrodgers1752

Жыл бұрын

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.

@kuessebrama

Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@Albatross0913

Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@scvandy3129

8 ай бұрын

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?

@frost214ify

2 жыл бұрын

We can only hope!

@timg7627

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea

@gradybrowning3976

2 жыл бұрын

That is a Must!!!

@toddnewsome5011

2 жыл бұрын

Good idea for real

@jackgreenstalk777

2 жыл бұрын

that might be too much mental anguish for him 🤣🙏

Love the lever gun. James Stewart' Winchester 73 is one of my favorite movies.

@lockandbone6784

2 жыл бұрын

How tf did you comment 40 years ago!?

@professormetal4411

2 жыл бұрын

@@lockandbone6784 it's part of his channel name. The comment was actually posted 30~ minutes ago.

@demetriuscooksey7147

2 жыл бұрын

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!

Lever guns are the absolute prettiest

I cherish this man. He ain't gonna be making videos forever, just glad I can be around to see him

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.

@Floridaman1780_

5 ай бұрын

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.

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.

@scvandy3129

8 ай бұрын

"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.

Best open sight rifle I've ever shot was a Henry

@brandonreid9417

2 жыл бұрын

I worked at a factory where we plated the bodies 😁

@erichk1674

2 жыл бұрын

I agree and I have 6 of them , very smooth

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.

@turnermd1302

Жыл бұрын

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

@pbking442

Жыл бұрын

@@turnermd1302 yup she's a safe queen now unfortunately.

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.

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

What an amazing collection, great to see them all together on the famous table. Love my lever guns, thanks for this great video, Hickok.

The actuation of firing a lever gun has just the most satisfying mechanical sound to it, to see an ole pro fire the gun like this is a treat. Thanks for the video

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 👍.

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!

@waxfactory7582

2 жыл бұрын

What did ya pick?

@samgodwin7381

2 жыл бұрын

The good ol' plinker Henry .22 lr

@samgodwin7381

2 жыл бұрын

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

@waxfactory7582

2 жыл бұрын

@@samgodwin7381 marlin or henry

@eatinhoes338

2 жыл бұрын

@@samgodwin7381 how much are you gonna pay?

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 : )

another day of beautiful guns, and excellent shooting. great watch as always 💚 spring in TN is beautiful, love seeing it green up!

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.

You shoot so good, I’m always impressed.

The only person in the world who needs an XL safe for just lever guns. Man could start a museum of just his collection.

Oh heck yeah a little Hickok 45 to start my day off work! Gonna be great!

Lever action always pulls the heart strings :)

They’re all very beautiful guns. Greetings from Chile

My Rossi in .454 it is a most versatile clambering. I can go from anemic .45 cowboy to .454s that equal standard .45 70s.

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. 👊💛👍

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 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!

@joeruiz4010

2 жыл бұрын

.45 Colt is beast. You can load it to more potent standards than .44 magnum for a Lever Gun.

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.

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!

I love lever winchester guns, my dream is to own one but it is so hard to find in my country

Love lever guns, something special to own.

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.

@wisconsinfarmer4742

5 ай бұрын

I thought the 357 was going to win. The Browning would have won in a different cal

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.

He's like the Jay Leno of Guns

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.

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!

@richarddavisson8307

Жыл бұрын

I know where there is a Model 94 Winchester in 32 Special for sale.

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.

Beautiful pieces hickok I’m a youngster but can still appreciate the beauty and history behind these rifles A beuty right there

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

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.

Nice conversation and collection!! Thanks for sharing as always.

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.

Thank you for another wonderful video. Beautiful guns!

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

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 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.

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.

@joeruiz4010

2 жыл бұрын

Especially if you were firing Higher Pressure Rounds of .45 Colt. Those rims were just to brittle.

Honestly, the Henry is my fave gun in your collecion. If I had one I'd never sell it.

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.

No matter what Hickok is shooting his aim is always great!

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.

Such Beautiful Guns!!!

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!

Love this guy, what a great education on lever guns! His knowledge is mind boggling!

Even more lever guns.Very pretty guns

Love my Marlin 1895 sbl. Ruger did a great job restoring the Marlin name

@briansearles4473

2 жыл бұрын

Yes they did, lets hope the price becomes more reasonable?

@parkebridgeman7223

2 жыл бұрын

@@briansearles4473 100% agree, very hard to find one at msrp

@briansearles4473

2 жыл бұрын

@@parkebridgeman7223 Sad to say it's very hard to find one period. Same thing with Henry rifles, where are they hiding?

This one really surprised me! I fully expected it to be the good old '73 Winchester.

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...

I love the simplicity of a lever action... they are my favorite

@arifsarikaya

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Wish I had one.

@Asmith-1111

8 ай бұрын

​@@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.

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.

@icebear4849

2 жыл бұрын

Henry 22lr golden boy is the best starter rifle, got no recoil

@airriflereviews4547

2 жыл бұрын

How have you commented 1 day ago?

@randyjon224

2 жыл бұрын

@@airriflereviews4547 I was wondering the same thing myself.

@3ducs

2 жыл бұрын

@@airriflereviews4547 Patreon.

@gavinm1347

2 жыл бұрын

@@icebear4849 I prefer the octagon frontier model. Better cheek weld to teach fundamentals.

Hickok has more lever actions in his collection than most people have guns in theirs

Always a pleasure watching you on the range.

Mine would be my 1963 Savage 99f, but it would hurt to let all the others go.

@cjp1950

2 жыл бұрын

A good choice. I have one in .300 and .264

@mini14head

2 жыл бұрын

Always wanted a savage 99. Such a gorgeous rifle.

Got a 30.30 made 1907,and 25.35. made 1905.26" octagon barrels. Never sell either.

Good choice and all the right reasons you listed. Life is good with a good lever action in your hand.

Love it. Hickok 45 and lever guns best way to start the day.

Howdy Hickok445, I really enjoy your videos, thanks for covering more lever action rifles!

Loves your videos sir, even though I really wanted revolver for myself :(

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.

You have the best stuff and thanks for showing them. I would love to try that lever action collection.

Beautiful looking rifles. “Love lever action rifles. Life is good”

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.

Great video. Nothing beats a good level action rifle!

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!

Always liked all of them, but the savage model 99 that i sold like the idiot i was, is the one i miss.

Truly Appreciate All y’all do for Our American Patriot Community

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

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.

I wish you had a Winchester model 88 or a Savage model 99 on the table.

Best YT channel!

My model99 22-250 detachable box magazine.

Older Pre Safety Marlin 336’s 30/30’s are gems. Browning 44 mag or 357 are sweet. Love them old Historic Winchesters-especially Model 92. -But You can’t beat the Marlins or Earlier Brownings-I would probably choose your Marlin 357 -it just needs a little more break in to smooth it out 🇺🇸

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.

@AR15andGOD

Жыл бұрын

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

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I’ve only got two, a JM Marlin 45-70 and a brand new Rossi Model 92 in 44. LOVE both of them!

Love lever guns! I used to watch all those old spagehtti westerns and fell in love with the lever action rifles and colt single actions, navys, etc etc. So much so i picked up a Uberti remake of the modle 1873 and oh man. Very nice firearm ill probably give it to my kids when i have them hahaha. But 45 colt is expensive so they might just inherit the rifle LOL!

👍. Great review. Thank you for keeping us informed.

I love levers. The history is just irresistible.

Broke my heart Mr. Hickok when you eliminated that beautiful old 1886 in the first round. But hey, like you said, IF you HAD to be reduced to just one... Alot of beautiful lever rifles there and a very tough decision to come to. Good thing we have such a variety and aren't limited to one! Love your channel Sir 🍻

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.