Video: Marlin Revives the Model 444

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posted on January 16, 2017
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Marlin is expanding a number of its lines in 2017—the big bores included. The Model 444, chambered in, predictably, the hard-hitting .444 Marlin cartridge, will return to the company's lineup. We got an early look at the revived rifle this fall. Check it out in the video embedded above.

Technical Specifications:

Caliber: .444 Marlin
Capacity: 5–shot tubular magazine
Action: Lever-action
Stock: American black walnut pistol grip stock with fluted comb
Barrel: 22" with deep–cut Ballard–type rifling (6 grooves)
Twist Rate: 1:20" rh
Sights: Adjustable semi–buckhorn folding rear, ramp front sight with brass bead and Wide-Scan
Overall Length: 40.5"
Weight: 7.5 lbs.

For more information, go to MarlinFirearms.com.

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