Marlin Model 1891 .22 LR Lever-Action Rifle, 24 inch Octagon Barrel, 1895 Production, Late Tube-Loading Configuration
Manufactured in 1895, this Marlin Model 1891 is Marlin's first .22 rimfire lever-action and the foundation of the later 1897/39/39A line. It features a small-frame, solid-top receiver with right-side ejection, a 24 inch octagon barrel, and the late tube-loading system with a removable inner magazine tube. Tang is marked "MODEL 1891" and the receiver top is marked "Marlin Safety." Approximately 18,650 Model 1891 rifles were produced, adding clear historical interest for dedicated Marlin enthusiasts.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
This rifle has widespread finish loss and blemishing, as is expected for a firearm of its vintage. There are scratches and blemishes on the stock and forend. The bore presents as clean with visible shine.
What’s Included
- Marlin Model 1891 .22 LR lever-action rifle
Marlin identified the Model 1891 as its first .22 rimfire lever-action, and this example is documented to 1895 production per supplied serial reference. With approximately 18,650 produced, the Model 1891 represents an early and important step in Marlin's rimfire line that led to the 1897 and later 39/39A models.
The small-frame, solid-top receiver with right-side ejection is marked "Marlin Safety" across the top, while the tang is correctly marked "MODEL 1891." The receiver and barrel wear a blued finish over steel construction, consistent with the period.
Its 24 inch octagon steel barrel is paired with iron sights: a dovetailed blade front and a rear sight set in the barrel dovetail. The rifle uses the late tube-loading configuration with a removable inner magazine tube and a knurled end plug, and the stated capacity is 14+1.
The straight-grip walnut buttstock is fitted with a rifle-style crescent steel buttplate. Length of pull measures 13 inches. Overall, this is a period-correct configuration made in the USA that aligns with known features of late-pattern Model 1891 rifles.