Marlin Model 1894 .44 Rem Magnum Lever-Action — Ruger-Made (Mayodan, NC), 20.25 in Barrel, Laminated Gray Stock, Ranger Point Precision Cloverleaf Peep Sight
This Ruger-era Marlin Model 1894 in .44 Rem Magnum is a U.S.-made Mayodan, North Carolina production rifle with the RM-prefix and circled R proof. It features a 20.25 in blued barrel, a 10-round fixed tubular magazine, and a laminated gray pistol-grip stock with cut checkering and rubber recoil pad. Notably, it is fitted with a Ranger Point Precision Cloverleaf receiver-mounted peep rear sight, with the factory barrel rear-sight dovetail cleanly blanked.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Shows very minimal wear and use.
What’s Included
- Receiver-mounted peep rear sight with dual green references (installed)
- Original rear sight (not installed)
- Marlin offset hammer spur with wrench (not installed)
- Buffalo Brand leather buttstock cartridge saddle (left-hand) with cartridge loops and elk motif (not installed)
- Marlin Model 1894 Lever-Action Rifles instruction manual
Ruger-made in Mayodan, North Carolina, this Model 1894 carries the RM-prefix serial format and the circled R proof mark, identifying it as current Ruger-era production. The solid-top, side-eject receiver is drilled and tapped, with plug screws installed in the unused holes, and the rifle retains the classic blued finish throughout.
The barrel measures 20.25 in and pairs with a full-length 10-round tubular magazine secured by twin barrel bands. A hoodless front ramp complements the aftermarket Ranger Point Precision Cloverleaf peep rear sight, while the factory barrel rear-sight dovetail has been neatly blanked for a clean sight line.
The laminated hardwood stock set shows a gray finish with a pistol-grip profile, cut checkering, and the Marlin red-and-white bullseye inlay. Practical touches include sling swivel studs on the buttstock and fore-end band, plus a rubber recoil pad for a steady shoulder mount and secure handling.
Controls remain familiar and straightforward, with an external hammer, a cross-bolt safety, and a lever-action mechanism. Length of pull is 13.5 in, offering a comfortable fit that works well with the receiver-mounted peep and front ramp arrangement.