Marlin Model 1894 .44 Rem Magnum Lever-Action Rifle, 20-inch Barrel, Pre-cross-bolt Safety (1973)
This 1973 Marlin Model 1894 is a classic North Haven, Conn. production rifle chambered in .44 Rem Magnum. It features a pre-cross-bolt-safety, solid-top, side-eject receiver, a 20-inch Micro-Groove barrel, and a full-length 10-round tubular magazine. Blued steel and walnut furniture, a gold-tone trigger, and molded Marlin buttplate with white-line spacer round out a configuration valued by shooters and collectors of 1970s-era Marlins.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are a few scuffs and dings on the stock. There are minor scratches on the receiver. The barrel shows a few minor spots of pitting. The rear sight is present; please refer to photos for details on completeness.
What's Included
- Marlin Model 1894 .44 Rem Magnum lever-action rifle
Built in 1973 in North Haven, Connecticut, this Model 1894 reflects a desirable pre-cross-bolt-safety configuration. The receiver is a solid-top, side-eject design with a right-side loading gate, offering the classic handling and operation associated with early-1970s production Marlins.
The 20-inch barrel uses Marlin's Micro-Groove rifling, noted for its numerous shallow lands and grooves. The barrel and receiver wear a blued finish. Sight equipment includes a ramped front sight and a rear sight; see photos for details.
A full-length tubular magazine provides a 10-round capacity in .44 Rem Magnum. The lever-action mechanism pairs well with the cartridge for fast cycling and traditional field use.
The walnut straight-grip stock and barrel-band forend deliver a clean, period-correct look. Details include a molded Marlin buttplate with white-line spacer and a gold-tone trigger, adding to the rifle's classic Marlin style and identity.