Marlin Model 1895 Trapper .45-70 Govt. Lever-Action Rifle | Satin Stainless & Black/Grey Laminate | 16.17" Threaded Barrel
This Ruger-era Marlin 1895 Trapper blends classic big-bore lever-action heritage with modern stainless construction and a compact 16.17" threaded barrel. Built in Mayodan, North Carolina, it carries the RM serial prefix that marks the first production run after Marlin’s revival, pairing a durable 410 stainless barrel and 416 stainless receiver with a weather-resistant black/grey laminated hardwood stock.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained with minor wear marks; rifling remains well-defined.
Specific Condition Notes: Moderate exterior pitting is visible, but the rifle functions correctly.
What’s Included
- Marlin Model 1895 Trapper lever-action rifle (RM serial prefix)
The Trapper configuration offers a handy overall length of 34.25" and a factory spiral-fluted bolt that cycles the five-round tubular magazine smoothly. The 16.17" cold-hammer-forged barrel is threaded 11/16"-24 for muzzle devices or a suppressor, and its 1:20" right-hand twist stabilizes a wide range of .45-70 Govt. loads.
A satin stainless finish on both barrel and receiver resists corrosion in the field, while the laminated hardwood stock provides dimensional stability and a firm pistol-grip hold. Factory checkering, sling studs, and a recoil pad round out the stock features.
Skinner adjustable peep sights give a crisp sight picture, and the receiver is drilled and tapped for an optics rail. A cross-bolt safety, half-cock hammer position, and external hammer design deliver straightforward, familiar controls.
This early production example showcases Ruger’s post-bankruptcy quality updates, including tight fit, improved machining, and clear Mayodan roll-marks. With an MSRP of $1,449, it offers modern materials and features without sacrificing the traditional feel collectors expect from a big-bore Marlin.