Another use for moly paste-Marlin Levers

[Chrisj CMA]

I know there are a couple others here that love Marlin lever guns. I have now a bit over a couple hundred rounds through my .357 carbine and so far there is no visible wear on the carrier which historically develops a groove where the cam on the lever lifts the carrier.

Shortly after acquiring this rifle I took it apart and massaged the carrier with moly paste that I use for Valkyrie rear end service. After a good massaging I wiped the grease off as completely as I could so no left over grease could hold dirt. I figure if the moly can protect splines on a Valkyrie it should be able to slow the wear on a Marlin carrier.

I’d give it a try.

[carolinarider09]

Thank you for the information.   Will give it a try.

[Jess from VA]

The old direct impingement (as opposed to piston driven) ARs were supposed to well oiled to be reliable.  Especially in far away jungle lands. 

Mine get well oiled to shoot, but not dripping/running with it (it will get on your face and eyes that way, even with glasses ).

All firearms need judicious lubrication, but what and how much varies. 

My (superior) gunsmith (80yo) always returns any firearm serviced completely free of lube.  I have no idea how her does that. 

Sadly, my Marlin 1894 .44 Mag is rarely fired.  But it has oil on and in it.   

I met your Farside buddy Kieth at Roanoke Inzane and he told me of Judy's fall, and I was sorry to hear about that.  And I missed visiting with you too.  Another time.   

[Chrisj CMA]

The old direct impingement (as opposed to piston driven) ARs were supposed to well oiled to be reliable.  Especially in far away jungle lands. 

Mine get well oiled to shoot, but not dripping/running with it (it will get on your face and eyes that way, even with glasses ).

All firearms need judicious lubrication, but what and how much varies. 

My (superior) gunsmith (80yo) always returns any firearm serviced completely free of lube.  I have no idea how her does that. 

Sadly, my Marlin 1894 .44 Mag is rarely fired.  But it has oil on and in it.   

I met your Farside buddy Kieth at Roanoke Inzane and he told me of Judy's fall, and I was sorry to hear about that.  And I missed visiting with you too.  Another time.   

Thanks Jess. Ya none of the cards lined up in my favor this year to make the trip.

[Savago]

Good to know, I will start using it on my Marlins!

[Ratdog]

I likes it.  My Guide Gun probably will too.

[Chrisj CMA]

I likes it.  My Guide Gun probably will too.

Hey great to see you. Been a few minutes