I have the marlin 44 mag
this gun is a lot of fun, easy on the shoulders.
great out to 100 to 150 yards tops.
most brush shots are under 75 yards anyway.
Bought it about 5 or 6 years ago no complaints from me.
Also like the fact that same rounds fit my pistol.

I compaired the winchester to the marlin
thought the marlin had a better looking stock
And didn't feel cheap. nothing against winchester.