Marlin Model 1895SBL .45-70 Govt Stainless Lever-Action Rifle, 18.5 in Barrel, Ghost-Ring Sights, Large-Loop Lever
This Marlin 1895SBL is a stainless, .45-70 Government lever-action with an 18.5 inch barrel, full-length magazine tube, and a lever rail. It features rugged ghost-ring sights, a large-loop lever, and a grey/black laminated pistol-grip stock. Notable production details include an Ilion, New York barrel address, a Remington two-letter WO barrel date code, and an MR-prefix serial range, all consistent with 2011 manufacture in the United States.
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: Light handling marks are present from prior use. The bore is bright and clean. Please refer to the pictures for close-up views and details.
What's Included
- Marlin Model 1895SBL .45-70 Govt rifle
The stainless steel barrel and receiver are paired with an 18.5 inch barrel and a full-length magazine tube to the muzzle, providing a 6+1 capacity in .45-70 Government. The stainless finish offers durability and a clean, utilitarian appearance.
Factory aperture/ghost-ring rear sight and a ramped post front sight deliver fast, clear sighting. A lever rail, marked with a patent legend, is installed for mounting optics; the top rail is noted on the rifle and is integral to the setup.
Handling features include a large-loop lever for gloved use, a pistol-grip laminated hardwood stock in grey/black with checkering, and a rubber recoil pad. Sling swivel studs are installed. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches.
The action is a traditional lever-action with an exposed hammer and a cross-bolt safety. It loads through a right-side gate and ejects from the side, making it straightforward to top off the magazine and run the action.
Manufacturing and marking details point to 2011 production in the United States, with an Ilion, New York barrel address, the Remington two-letter WO barrel date code, and an MR-prefix serial range. These identifiers provide useful context for buyers tracking Remington-era Marlin rifles.