Out of those two an early 80s angle eject Winchester before the cross bolt safety would be my choice.
But once you get past a trapper length into a 20 inch barrel lever that you want to scope the BLR in 308 is the go. It weighs less than the Marlin or the Winchester, can pack more punch out of the box or load down to 30-30 levels. It also all being equal will be more accurate.
Actually don't you have one already?
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