Marlin XL7
Marlin has introduced a new line of bolt action rifles this year, the XL7. It comes in two models, the XL7 and XL7C (Relatree Camo).
XL7C
It is available in 25-06, 270 and 30-06.
Specs:
Capacity: 4+1
Barrel: 22″
Weight : 6 1/2 lbs.
The XL7 has been built for those who demand premium features at a fair price. Noteworthy features include our NEW adjustable Pro-Fireâ„¢ trigger system, Soft-Techâ„¢ recoil pad, fluted bolt for speed and smoothness, a pillar bedded stock for accuracy and recessed “target style” muzzle crown Price right, the XL7 is a rifle that you can be proud of at a price you can afford.
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GunBlast has written a review:
I like accurate rifles. I especially like accurate rifles that are a real bargain in today’s market. I usually do not list prices in a review, as our articles stay up on Gunblast in the Archive section forever, and we are constantly getting new readers who find our site. In this case, however, I will make an exception, as this new XL7 carries a list price, as of this writing, of only $326 US. This price, combined with the accuracy, comfort, and handling of the rifle, along with that excellent trigger, makes this new Marlin XL7 one of the best bargains available in a quality rifle. In addition to that, it is made in the United States by American skilled workers. Considering reliability, accuracy, and price, the Marlin XL7 is hard to beat, and I highly recommend it.
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If marlin (remington) were trully innovative they would have developed the “sure fire” long before the accu trigger. This gun is a clone, nothing more, and out of principle I will never buy one.
I really like the accu trigger, I think the more guns with it (or with a clone) the better!
Unfortunately with the consolidation of the gun industry innovation is likely to decrease.
Hi i know this is about the new rifel and im interested i just dont know what caliber to go with. Right now im thinking about the 270. i want a gun with longe range capabilitys and knockdown power. The 30 06 just seems like its overkill for me and the 25 06 seems a little on the light side. I hunt in the eastern woods and i have a 35 rem to do the brush job i just want a distance shooter as well. Any advice? thanks
John
I would go with the .270 win. This caliber is good enough for anything from coyotes up elk with a big enough bullet and shot placement it can be done.
Just purchased the Model XL7 in .270. What an excellent rifle. The action is as smooth as silk and shoots the same. Would recommend this rifle to any big game hunter.
I’ve had an XL7 in 30-06 for a couple of monthes and it is a very clean little rifle. I bought it because I like the 30-06 and sold my last one a bit ago and finally felt the need to replace it when I saw a picture of the XL7.
I’ve been experimenting with Barnes TSX ansd TSXT bullets in 130 and 168 grain weights. I’ve found one load that is sub MOA but feel I have not yet reached the rifle’s potential. For the price, I’m very impressed. I hope they soon make a short action in 243.—-PJ
I bought the XL7 in .270 and am super pleased with the way it performs. Sweet trigger, 1″ groups using 130gr Federal Nosler Ballistic Tips. I can’t wait to take it deer hunting in a few weeks. Besides this I’m taking it to South Africa on a plains game hunt in 3 months, I’m wondering if anyone has any tips on other ammo that I can use. My largest animal will be the Kudu and I’m thinking about trying the 150gr Nosler Partitions and 140gr Accubonds, both from Federal. Has anyone shot these rounds through their Marlin XL7 and does anyone have any other suggestions for rounds they would recommend for my hunt? Thanks in advance.
I bought the 30.06 and love it. I want the 25.06 but was wondering how much the 22 inch barrel effects the 25.06 effectiveness downrange. Should I opt for a 24 or 26 inch barrel in another rifle?
Tony, have you found a 25.06? I read a few posts that said Marlin was having problems with this caliber and only 100 of them have been made and released and they don’t intend to send out anymore until the problem is fixed which was going to be at the end of this year or early next year? Sorry but I can’t help you with the accuracy downrange but you may not have the option to pick one up for sometime (if that makes a difference to you).
Thanks Joe. I do have another option with the 25.06. I may opt for the 270 since I like the 30.06 so much. Good shooters for the money. Thanks for the info.
i bought the XL7 in a 30 06 i put a bushnell 3×9x50 on it all together about 550 bucks im very pleased with the gun the 30 06 was a over kill on the nock down power….i like the adjustable trigger….this gun is very sweet and would put it up ageist and high price gun. shooting the 150 grain shell it will go as far as any 270.350 yards plus
Jamie,
What 150 grain ammo are you shooting? Have you compared any different ammo? I shot the Federal 150 grain Nosler partion and got really good groups. I put a Leupold 3 X 7 (walmart version) on it and I have around $450 in the gun and scope. I would also put it up against most guns.