Marlin Model 1895 Dark Series .45-70 Govt. Lever-Action Rifle – Ruger-Made, 16 in. Threaded Barrel, Ghost-Ring Sights
The Ruger-made Marlin Model 1895 Dark Series blends the classic reliability of a big-bore lever gun with modern, mission-ready features. A compact 16-inch cold-hammer-forged barrel, rugged Graphite Black Cerakote finish, and full-length Picatinny rail give this .45-70 Government rifle true go-anywhere versatility. Improved machining tolerances, nitrided internals, and a polymer/aluminum furniture set with M-LOK slots round out a package that stands out as Marlin’s first tactical-style lever rifle.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle exhibits light, even handling wear with no distracting marks.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish with no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent rifling with sharp lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Marlin Model 1895 Dark Series rifle with factory-installed radial muzzle brake
- Full-length Picatinny rail with integrated ghost-ring rear sight
Ruger’s Mayodan, North Carolina facility builds this Dark Series rifle to tighter tolerances than earlier 1895 variants, yielding smoother cycling and crisp lockup. The RM-prefix serial reflects this new-generation production.
The 16.17-inch alloy-steel barrel is cold-hammer-forged for longevity and threaded 11/16-24 to accept the included radial brake or your choice of muzzle device or suppressor. A 1:20 right-hand twist stabilizes heavy .45-70 Government bullets, while the ghost-ring/fiber-optic sight set delivers fast target acquisition in low light.
The straight-grip stock is molded from nylon-reinforced polymer with a removable cheek riser, rubber recoil pad, and ambidextrous QD sling cups. Paired with an aluminum M-LOK handguard, the rifle offers ample mounting space for lights, lasers, and bi-pods without adding excessive weight.
A full-length Picatinny rail eliminates the need for aftermarket bases, and the 5 + 1 tubular magazine keeps the profile slim. Cross-bolt safety, external hammer, and nitrided internals enhance safety and corrosion resistance for field use.