Marlin 1895 Dark Series .45-70 Govt Lever-Action, 16.25 in Threaded Barrel, XS Lever Rail, Matte Black
This Marlin Model 1895D Dark Series stands out with its compact 16.25-inch threaded barrel, robust .45-70 Government chambering, and full matte black parkerized finish. It features factory XS ghost-ring sights on the XS Lever Rail, a paracord-wrapped big-loop lever, and black webbed hardwood furniture. Remington-era Ilion, NY rollmarks and an MR-prefix serial denote its production period, and the rifle retains a crisp bore with excellent rifling.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are mild dings, scratches, and finish wear on the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Paperwork
- Black nylon sling with quick-detach swivels
The 1895 Dark Series pairs the classic lever-action design with purpose-driven features. Its 16.25-inch barrel is factory threaded 11/16x24 and capped with a thread protector. Capacity is 6 rounds, with a right-side loading gate and side ejection, and the length of pull measures 13.5 inches.
Sighting is handled by an XS ghost-ring rear aperture on the XS Lever Rail and a ramped front blade for fast alignment. The rail spans the receiver forward and is marked "LEVER RAIL," offering a stable base while retaining the robust iron-sight setup.
The rifle wears black webbed hardwood furniture with a straight grip, complemented by a rubber recoil pad and sling swivels. The big-loop lever is wrapped in black paracord for a secure grasp. Controls include a cross-bolt safety, and the action is the familiar Marlin lever system.
The metalwork is finished in a matte black parkerized treatment, including the receiver. U.S.-made, this example bears Ilion, NY rollmarks associated with Remington-era production, along with an MR-prefix serial and adjacent QR code.