very easy to change rear stock

 

I'm also guessing a guy could simply install a recoil pad to lengthen the pull. That should be the least expensive method.

 

Thought about a pad, but would prefer not to. Although it is an option in the back of my mind

 

That is an easy swap, all you need is a full size stock. I did something similar on my JM 336Y Spikehorn a few months ago but converted it to straight grip.

 

The 336 BL only has a 18 inch barrel. Just an idea for roughly the same money.

 

The difference in the length-of-pull of the 336Y stock to a standard 336 stock is 1.5" according to the specs on Marlin's website. Just get a new rear stock from various sources and swap them, or install a larger recoil pad.

 

I swapped my laminate for a birch here on MO.......then refinished

 

I swapped my laminate for a birch here on MO.......then refinished

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Quiet22, that is the nicest looking birch stock I ever saw.

Good job.

Brocky

 

I went a step further and made mine a straight stock. It is a Remlin too.

 

I went a step further and made mine a straight stock. It is a Remlin too.


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Now I'm jealous.......that's a great idea I never thought of......makes we want to lop off that pistol grip......that is gorgeous!

 

Or just chop down a full size 336! I've got one in the safe now, that I've been "planning on" chopping for a couple of years now, then I lose my nerve. Then I build it back up, then I lose it again. It's a Centennial (1970) is what makes me keep losing my nerve. Maybe I'll just start looking for a Y to re-stock. :hmmmm: I really like a short barreled rifle for woods walking.

 

I would like a youth model for the short barrel and I would add one of the Pacmeyer ventalated recoil pads to the stock. That would be about perfect when wearing a coat. But then again my regular 336 has the 20" barrel and I don't know of any where that 4" more barrel would cause me to not make a shot.

I have two SKS rifles. One with the 20" barrel and the second has a 16" barrel and is referred to as the "Paratrooper" model. The shorter gun is worth more than the 20" version but personally I like the longer gun better. I like that the blast is further away and I like the longer sight radius. I think you lose around 20fps for each inch of barrel so thats an 80fps loss for a shorter barrel.

Those velocity numbers are based on an article by Brian Pearce of Rifle magazine and an article he wrote on the 30-30 rifle. He stated that he saw between 17 and 22 fps difference average on 30-30 barrels.

 

Well, first things first. I ordered (Buds) the rifle today. Not sure what I will do to the stock. Some people say it has a 12 inch LOP, factory says it's 12.5. I have a couple of slip on recoil pads so will give them a go first. Or a 1 inch pad could make it perfect for hunting with a coat on. Time will tell what direction I will end up taking. I appreciate all the advice.

 

Picked up the rifle today. The LOP was a surprise. It is 12 7/8's from the middle of the stock butt pad to the front of the trigger. Literature said it had a laminate stock but it is birch, not very appealing. I might just use a slip on pad or remove the black plastic and install a pad about .75 thick. Fit and finish is excellent. Did not run any rounds through it but action seemed OK. Trigger has a very crisp let off with no noticeable creep but is heavy, about 7 pounds of so. Plan is to replace it with a Wild West trigger. Have a 1.5x5 scope in the safe so it will most likely go on the rifle along with some Talley lightweight mounts/rings.

 

Nice to see you’re all set up, good luck with the new rifle. If you ever decide to replace the stock, keep me in mind. Once the holidays are over, I’m going to be looking for youth stock so I can set up my 30/30 for my son to start shooting it.

 

I was just looking at a 336Y today at the LGS. It was a really handy size and liked it except for the matte blue finish. Did Marlin ever make these with a decent gloss blue?

 

Yes the original 336Y Spikehorn came with a gloss blue finish and real walnut stocks. This model was introduced in the 2003 catalog and was only made for a few years before it was discontinued. I have one made in 2002 that I converted to straight stock as shown on the first page.

 

It is a work in progress. Last night ordered a set of lightweight Talley rings/mounts, ultra low. The rings will hold a Nikon 1x4 with the #4 German plex. Should be a nice combo for hunting out of our blind or tree stand with shooting distances under 45 yards. Trigger is on order from Brownells, hope my limited mechanical ability is enough for me to install it.

 

Just take your time.
Very easy to do.

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I don't think the stock length is a problem, it's only 3/4" shorter than an adult rifle. It would be a different story if it was the size of a crickett .22 rifle, but it's not. You just need to move the scope forward to regain the proper distance from your eye. This is going to be a great brush gun, congrats.

 

I am 6'1" and I have no problem with the length of the 336Y. I was thinking of adding a larger recoil pad, and a leather stock shell holder.

 

Here is mine with a cheap slip on pad it is perfect. I am 6'1" with real long arms. It is a 2017 Remlin that I got late summer with the rebate. About $300 out the door after the rebate was applied.
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