375 Marlin - Thinking about selling

[DaveD]

Thought I would see if there is any interest here before I list on Gunbroker. It has been factory refurbished and has a Weaver scope base on it. I would like to get out of it what I have in it which is $650 and $30 to ship. Email me for more pics.

[papajohn]

DON'T DO IT! 

I sold my M-375 a couple years ago because I already had a 35 and a 30-30 and a couple 1894's and it seemed somehow redundant.  The ballistics were close to the 35 Remington's, I don't hunt, and it seemed like something I didn't need.  So I sold it to a buddy for what I had in it, and almost immediately woke up with Seller's Remorse. 

I had quickly (almost too quickly) found a handload that gave one-hole accuracy at 50 yards, and decided I had already had all the fun I was going to, but I missed that rifle as soon as it was gone.  I had retained visitation rights, but it wasn't the same, and when my buddy offered it back at the same price, I pounced.  I have since launched into a lengthy cast-bullet development program, experimenting with different powders and bullet alloys, and even took up casting to add a new wrinkle to my load development ideas.

I'm having a ball.  If you're doing a sale to raise money, find something else you can do without..........these guns are SPECIAL.

[JBledsoe]

DON'T DO IT! 

I sold my M-375 a couple years ago because I already had a 35 and a 30-30 and a couple 1894's and it seemed somehow redundant.  The ballistics were close to the 35 Remington's, I don't hunt, and it seemed like something I didn't need.  So I sold it to a buddy for what I had in it, and almost immediately woke up with Seller's Remorse. 

I had quickly (almost too quickly) found a handload that gave one-hole accuracy at 50 yards, and decided I had already had all the fun I was going to, but I missed that rifle as soon as it was gone.  I had retained visitation rights, but it wasn't the same, and when my buddy offered it back at the same price, I pounced.  I have since launched into a lengthy cast-bullet development program, experimenting with different powders and bullet alloys, and even took up casting to add a new wrinkle to my load development ideas.

I'm having a ball.  If you're doing a sale to raise money, find something else you can do without..........these guns are SPECIAL.

White man speak great truth!  (Grandma taught me that and she was Indian).

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[DaveD]

Yes, I have been indicisive in selling this one because I feel it would be a great CB rifle. I'm trying to raise some funds for Christmas and was going through the stable looking at what I haven't been riding or likely wouldn't be riding. This one has only been shot by me half a dozen rounds. Bad thing is that I just don't have many I really want to get rid of but......... I wanna take the kids to Disneyland for Christmas. I may have to keep this one for sentimental reasons. It is one of two I sent to Marlin for restoration and was so very impressed by the outcome. I'll do some more culling and see what I come up with.

[Rachethead]

This may or may not impact your decision, but I watch the gun actions every day and have noticed that interest seems to have lessened significantly on some of the harder to find Marlin levers; meaning that bids are not being submitted on many of these guns, much less at the seller reserve.  My observations may, or may not mean anything; but I'm thinking that now may not be the very best time to be selling.  Good luck with whatever you decide.

[Frozenny]

Daved:

I'd vote keep it.  Its not easily replaced.

There is another reason however.  I seriously doubt you can get anything close to $650 out of that gun.  Three weeks ago I bought a very nice all original M375 for the princely sum of $375.  It was listed earlier at a flat $400 and did not draw a single bid.  When it was relisted with a buy it now of $375 I snapped it up.  $400 for a 375 is pretty good money.  $650 for yours?  I think you are being overly optimistic.

[91NA]

I also vote to NOT sell it. I had one several years ago and sold it during a fit of stupidity. Would love to get it back. It's one heck of a rifle & caliber combo. You would regret it.     

[missionary5155]

Good afternoon
I have numerous 38's and each one is a joy to have around.
#5's are OK BUT They are hard pressed to make a 300 grainer move along.  And the 38 can shoot a round ball for bunnies or squirrel.  So here I sit.. no more 30-30's (that got rebarreled to 375 Win.) No 32, or 35's.  BUT all sorts of 38's.  I am always on the prowl for another 38-55 or even the lowly 38-40.

[smithywess]

Agree with everyone about not selling the .375. Neither would I sell that one, 91na, that I see in your sidebar. Looks like a very nice Model of 1893. Terrific case colours preserved. What's the calibre? Any chance of a full pic?

[91NA]

Agree with everyone about not selling the .375. Neither would I sell that one, 91na, that I see in your sidebar. Looks like a very nice Model of 1893. Terrific case colours preserved. What's the calibre? Any chance of a full pic?

That is a 1928 '93 30/30 carbine. Perfect bore, the one Marlin that I hung on to during the "Great Purge" I had to do a few years ago.

[wallacem]

I may have missed it, but did not see what condition your 375 is in.  Down here in the South, these guns bring a premium, they are just so scarce.  If it is in nice condition your are in the ballpark on value.  But I also vote not to sell it, I had one, sold it, and wish I could take it back.  Wallacem

[DaveD]

Wallace, this rifle is like new, it was completely refurbed by Marlin prior to the Remington deal. However, I have decided I don't want to sell it. Everyone's input convinced me that keeping it was right.

I may have missed it, but did not see what condition your 375 is in.  Down here in the South, these guns bring a premium, they are just so scarce.  If it is in nice condition your are in the ballpark on value.  But I also vote not to sell it, I had one, sold it, and wish I could take it back.  Wallacem

[papajohn]

Another happy ending.  You were right to come to us for advice!