Marlin 1894CP .357 Mag Lever-Action Carbine, 16 in Factory-Ported Barrel, North Haven Production, Blued Carbon Steel with Walnut, 8+1
The Marlin Model 1894CP is a compact, factory-ported trapper-length carbine chambered in .357 Mag and rollmarked for .38 Spl. as well. This North Haven, Connecticut–marked example features a blued carbon steel receiver and barrel, straight-grip checkered walnut furniture, and a full-length tubular magazine. It also has the left side of the receiver drilled and tapped for a receiver peep sight with two plugged holes, adding versatility for sighting options while preserving a clean profile.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal and wood show scattered scratches and blemishes from prior handling and use. The bore is clean and shiny, consistent with the noted excellent condition.
What’s Included
- Marlin Model 1894CP .357 Mag. lever-action rifle
- Clamp-on, knurled hammer spur extension (installed)
The 1894CP stands out for its factory-ported 16 in carbon steel barrel and trapper-length configuration, delivering a handy, quick-pointing carbine profile. The full-length tubular magazine offers approximately 8+1 capacity in .357 Magnum, and the rollmark specifies compatibility with .38 Special.
Production markings show a North Haven, Connecticut barrel address from the pre-Remington era. The metal is finished in a traditional blued treatment over carbon steel, paired with a straight-grip walnut stock and matching walnut fore-end. Bordered diamond-pattern checkering, a steel fore-end cap, and a black-line recoil pad complete the classic Marlin style.
Sighting equipment includes a hooded ramp front and an adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with elevator. The receiver’s left side is drilled and tapped for a receiver peep sight, with two plugged holes in place, providing a ready foundation for that style of aperture sight if desired.
The carbine uses Marlin’s lever-action system with a cross-bolt safety. Ergonomics include a 13.5 in length of pull and sling-swivel studs for easy carry setup. An installed clamp-on, knurled hammer spur extension provides enhanced hammer access. Overall, it brings together compact dimensions, classic materials, and useful factory features in a well-configured 1894 variant.