In all seriousness, the Marlin is a great rifle, too. I own a Model 60, one of the best rifles ever made.
Brownings are nice, but in terms of quality AND accuarcy AND ruggedness, it's hard to beat the Marlin.
California sucks that's it.
BUMMER you could have HAD it we tossed it in the trash, that went out this morning. I don't get out a lot for Blue grouse but if I do I will save it for you and let you know. I'll bet we could UPS it.
You got it!! Grouse,Partridge,and pheasants? I keep the turkey. What do you do with them,Tie flys ??