I've just discovered that Marlin changed from "old style" to "new style" barrel bands on Model 336 for some reason, and old style replacement screws are generally not available for our old bands.
As I understand it from reading through prior threads, replacing an old band with the new style requires enlarging the barrel and mag tube slots to accommodate a thicker diameter new style screw. Bummer! If I've missed a thread that solves this dilemma, please help me find it.
The threads I researched offered no successful sources for the old screws. The sources I've checked today sell the new style, but not the old screws many of us would need if a front band screw had to be replaced.
Could someone please explain when and why Marlin made this design change? Also, please advise if there is a reliable source for old style screws.
If your 336 has the old style barrel band/band screw, don't lose it or booger it up!! It sounds like replacement with the new style will be a modification most of would rather not take on.
As I understand it from reading through prior threads, replacing an old band with the new style requires enlarging the barrel and mag tube slots to accommodate a thicker diameter new style screw. Bummer! If I've missed a thread that solves this dilemma, please help me find it.
The threads I researched offered no successful sources for the old screws. The sources I've checked today sell the new style, but not the old screws many of us would need if a front band screw had to be replaced.
Could someone please explain when and why Marlin made this design change? Also, please advise if there is a reliable source for old style screws.
If your 336 has the old style barrel band/band screw, don't lose it or booger it up!! It sounds like replacement with the new style will be a modification most of would rather not take on.
