Mike, I got that from a LGS, I got it at what I think is regular retail, $929+tax. I still wouldn't buy a Remlin sight unseen, but it's possible that they are finally getting it together....just wouldn't take it for granted yet.
Mazer, that is one beautiful rifle! Of course you will let us know how it shoots and cycles once you get out there!
Where I live in Central PA, the largest Gun Dealer/Wholesaler in the state is about a 40 minute drive from me. (Grice's Gun Shop, Clearfield, PA) North Central PA is the mecca of Hunters, Fishermen, Watersports, Trappers, Old Hippies that do everything outdoors, except for maybe hold a job. There is a competitor about two blocks away from Grice (Bob's Army & Navy) that discounts their Firearms more than Grice because they have too. The last time I was in both places, Grice was selling the Blued 1895 45-70 for $549.00. Bob's selling price was $529.00. Retail $599.00. There is another gun shop in Philipsburg, which is a short drive from Clearfield, (also a good size place that just expanded) and their prices are lower than the two shops in Clearfield. So, we usually don't pay retail here, and no one is complaining. There is still a decent supply of used JM Stamped Marlins here too.
From the nice pics you Posted, it looks like the QC is really up to snuff. I know we have a Remington employee that frequents this site and he Posted that changes were underway. Hopefully, we have seen the last of the poor quality.
The one issue is that if Remington moves out of NY state because of the Left Wing idiots running the Asylum and the ridiculous taxes there, that might throw the wrench in the works if they have to move again.
Cheers!
Mike T.
