The model 336 is a 30-30 Winchester firing lever action rifle. The model 336 and the carbine both are made by Marlin Firearms. Model 336 has been around since 1948.
If you still have a 30-30 in your possession, well then you are at the right place. In this article, I’m going to discuss some of the best scope mounts for Marlin 30-30. Stick around and you will find something useful.
Best Marlin 30-30 Scope Mounts – [Editor’s Pick]
1. Game Reaper Marlin 1894,1895 and 336-High Mount
The first recommendation from me has to be the DNZ mounting system going by the Game Reaper name. This is a one-piece scope mount system custom-made for Marlin models. That includes the 336 model as well.
Yes, the rings are part of the mounting base itself and they are not welded in or anything. The entire piece is made with a CNC machine out of a 6061 T6 aluminum billet. The durability and rigidness of this mounting system are something else.
Installing this is a piece of cake. You don’t need any help from a gunsmith or your veteran friend. Even if you are a newbie and have never installed a scope mount before, you will be able to install this with a breeze.
Where is this made?
It’s made in the USA.
What’s the diameter of the ring?
1”.
Will this fit a 50mm scope?
No, I don’t think so.
2. Leupold Standard One-Piece Scope Base
Have you ever been to a sweet shop? Have you seen the varieties in there? If you have, then you will have an idea of what I’m talking about. This mounting base from Leupold is kind of that sweet shop. Inside it, you will find the same base made for tons of other guns.
That includes the Marlin 336 as well. It’s a standard one-piece base design that sits on top of your Marlin 30-30 and lets you install scopes from Leupold and plenty of other brands around. It doesn’t accept any Picatinny accessories, however.
This does accept dovetail rings. You can add dovetail scope rings and other dovetail accessories you may come across. The long-range STD mount provides you with a 15-MOA slope with built-in elevation compensation for bullet drop.
Can you use the long-range scope with this?
Yes, you can.
What are they made out of?
Hardened steel.
Where is this made in?
America.
3. Evolution Gun Picatinny 0 MOA Rail Scope Mount
Evolution gun works accessories are really popular among hunters and tactical shooters. The accessories they make are cheaper than competitors and often have better build quality. You will find it accessible as a beginner as well.
It’s a single-piece base design that has no joint marks or welding marks in it. The entire thing is made out of aluminum. CNC machining makes them really well-finished. This base accepts all picatinny or weaver-style mounting accessories.
It comes with a small Torx bit and the screws necessary to mount this into your Marlin 336. You don’t need to buy the screws and Torx bit separately to install this on your Marlin. Even if you are installing this to use with Magnum calibers, you can certainly do that.
Where is this made?
It’s made in the USA.
Will this fit the Model 1894?
No, it won’t.
Will this fit a Marlin 17hmr bolt action?
No, it won’t.
4. WEAVER 1-Inch Steel Lock Mount
Weaver has been around for longer than you or I exist. Since 1930, they have been making countless accessories for lots of different guns and scopes. This one is made for the 336 model specifically. If you don’t want to take the trouble of installing a Picatinny rail and then buying a pair of rings separately, you can buy this and call it a day.
This is a see-thru scope ring made out of aluminum with an anodized matte black finish to it. Weaver is known to use high-material. Rest assured, your scope rings will last you for long enough to make your money worth it.
The diameter of this scope ring is 1”. That means, it will support any scope that has a thickness of 1”. It’s not made for 30mm scopes. The straps of this set are made out of steel. Giving the base added strength and making sure it holds zero.
Where is this made?
The USA.
Is this made for 1895?
It’s made for the model 336.
Do these come with needed screws?
Yes, they do.
5. Warne M864/864M Two Piece Bases
A lot of hunters and avid shooters advise against a two-piece baseplate design. There are reasons for that and I agree with those reasons. But technology has advanced so much, that people found ways to mitigate those issues and make two-piece design mainstream.
This two-piece base from Warne is made to be used with guns like Model 336. Yes, the recoil from 30-30 won’t be able to give it enough pressure to misalign the mount. The bases are made out of maxima steel. They are extremely lightweight and durable.
The weight distribution between the two and how they manage to spread the recoil is praiseworthy. Warne did a good job in making this a great companion with Marlin 30-30. If you are on the fence about them, time to climb to that fence and grab these.
Where is this made?
Warne optic bases are made in the USA.
Will this hold zero?
Yes, the base won’t move around. So, it will hold zero.
Is this a good pair of bases for plinking?
Honestly, it is really good for plinking.
6. WEAVER See-Thru 1-Inch Detachable Rings
What’s the difference between this and the previous one I just mentioned above? There isn’t much difference. Besides the fact that these are regular scope mounting rings the previous one I mentioned comes with a mounting plate made for 336.
The rings are made from high-quality aluminum. Instead of making the base compatible with 336, they made the base compatible with weaver-style mounting rails. If your 30-30 has a weaver rail installed on it, you can use this pair of rings to use any 1” scopes you come across.
This pair of rings allows you to use the iron sight during the hunt. Yes, the height is perfect, and has a window where you can see the iron sight through. The squared cross-lock bolt fits perfectly on top of a weaver mounting rail.
Where are they made?
In the USA.
What is the maximum diameter of them?
1”.
Will this fit “that” gun?
Insert your gun models in the quotation. If your gun has a weaver mounting rail, then this will support your gun.
7. Higoo Low Profile Top Rail Picatinny/Weaver Mount
Higoo makes accessories and riflescopes for guns like Marlin 30-30. And their mounting system is one of the cheapest ones in the market. It’s also one of the best in the market as well. The compatibility with Marlin 30-30 is amazing and something you need if you are using a medium-range scope with your Marlin.
The material of choice here is aluminum. It’s light, durable, rugged, and cheap to mass manufacture. That’s why a lot of cheap scope accessories go for aluminum. Don’t let that fool you. Aluminum is still one of the toughest materials for hunting accessories.
It’s a single-piece uniform design. You won’t see any welding marks or any kind of joints in the base. Higoo also includes all the tools and screws needed to mount this on your Marlin 30-30. It’s very easy to setup and you don’t need the help of a gunsmith either.
Where is this made?
It’s made in China.
Will this support a Mossberg?
No, it’s made for Marlin 336/30-30.
Does it fit a Marlin M72?
If the hole aligns and matches with 336, then it will fit any Marlin with the same pattern.
How To Choose The Best Scope Mount For Marlin 30 30?
The most important part when choosing a new scope mount is the material. The mounting system will take hits from recoil and fall damage from throwing guns here and there. If you are taking a plastic mounting system for a gun like Marlin 30-30, then you are legit throwing your money down the drain.
Don’t take something fragile and heavy. Take something made out of metal and a sturdy build. Having a warranty also helps you stay assured.
Summary
See, that wasn’t that hard. It’s quite easy to make a shortlist of necessary needs and find out which mounting system fills most of those needs. If you find the one that clicks with you and has everything you need, take that mount and call it a day.
With that said, I have to end here. Hopefully, you found the best scope mount for Marlin 30-30 like you were looking for. Take care and tune in for more later.
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