Marlin 1895D Dark Series .45-70 Govt Lever-Action, 16.25 in Threaded Barrel, XS Sights Lever Rail, Ghost-Ring Sights - Matte Black
This Marlin Model 1895D Dark Series is a compact .45-70 Govt lever-action built with practical upgrades and a modern matte black finish. It features a 16.25-inch threaded barrel with a knurled protector, an extended XS Sights "Lever Rail" that spans the receiver and barrel, and robust ghost-ring sights. The Ilion, New York rollmark indicates Remington-era production, and the rifle includes an enlarged, paracord-wrapped loop lever and black textured hardwood furniture.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are several scuffs and scratches throughout.
What's Included
- Sling: Black paracord two-point sling
The 1895D Dark Series configuration combines a threaded 16.25-inch barrel (11/16x24) with a knurled thread protector and a full-length 5-round under-barrel magazine tube. Ghost-ring rear and a front blade on a ramp provide fast sight acquisition, while the side-ejecting receiver maintains easy access for loading and clearing.
An extended XS Sights "Lever Rail" runs across the receiver and onto the barrel, delivering a solid mounting surface along the top of the rifle. The rifle also includes a cross-bolt safety and an exposed hammer for straightforward controls.
The enlarged loop lever is wrapped with black paracord for a positive grip. Furniture consists of black textured, painted hardwood in a straight-grip layout with a rubber recoil pad and sling swivels. Length of pull is 13.5 inches for a compact, manageable fit.
This rifle carries a matte black finish across the receiver and furniture, with the receiver marked Ilion, New York. Additional details include a side-ejecting receiver window and a serial area with an adjacent 2D matrix code, indicating its production period and modern marking convention.