Marlin Model 1895 Classic .45-70 Govt. Lever-Action Rifle, 22" Barrel, Walnut Stock (2018)
Built in 2018 at the Remington-owned Ilion, NY factory, this Marlin Model 1895 Classic pairs the timeless .45-70 Government chambering with modern manufacturing. The MR-prefix serial number confirms Remington production, while the SKU 70460 configuration delivers a 22-inch blued barrel, deep-cut Ballard rifling, and a checkered American walnut stock. Collectors and hunters alike value this rifle for its authentic styling, smooth lever action, and robust carbon-steel construction.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling Condition: Excellent – sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle exhibits mild handling marks consistent with light use, with no finish loss or mechanical wear observed.
What’s Included
- Marlin Model 1895 Classic .45-70 Govt. lever-action rifle
This 1895 Classic features a full-size, half-length tubular magazine that preserves the rifle’s classic lines while giving it balanced handling in the field. The receiver, barrel, and lever are all carbon steel with a durable matte-blued finish designed to resist glare and wear.
The 22" barrel uses Ballard-type deep-cut rifling and a 1:20" right-hand twist, a combination prized for stabilizing the wide range of .45-70 bullet weights. The bore’s mirror finish and sharp lands confirm minimal use.
Walnut furniture sets the Classic apart. The pistol-grip stock and matching fore-end carry crisp checkering for a sure hold, a fluted comb for proper cheek weld, factory sling-swivel studs, and a recoil pad that tames heavy loads without altering the rifle’s traditional look.
Sighting is straightforward and reliable: a hooded brass-bead ramp front sight works with a folding, adjustable semi-buckhorn rear to get the rifle quickly on target. For added safety, the rifle includes Marlin’s cross-bolt hammer-block safety and an external hammer that provides clear cocking status.
Overall, this 2018 Marlin Model 1895 Classic offers the power of the .45-70 cartridge, the heritage of Marlin lever-action design, and excellent preserved condition—making it a standout choice for shooters and collectors who appreciate traditional American craftsmanship.