Scope for Marlin 1895 Cowboy in 45-70

[valv6]

I just bought a new Marlin 1895 Cowboy in 45-70 with the 26 inch octagon barrel. I think i am going to put a scope on. What do you suggest it put on it. I dont know much about scopes. My budget is $300. Which rings should I get also

[Curiousgb]

Whatever you get make sure it has lots of eye relief. I had a 2x7 Leupold on my 1895, but later removed it in favor of irons. I put XS sights on it and am quite pleased.

[Guest BEARMAN]

I put a Burris 2x7 ERR scout scope with Warne quick release rings on my .444 Marlin. Then I added a set of Skinner peep sights (www.skinnersights.com) to round out my package.

This set-up works well as if it begins to rain, I just pop off the Burris and stash it in my day pack, and carry on hunting.