Browning Model 1895 Grade I .30-40 Krag Lever-Action Rifle, 24 in Barrel, Case-Hardened Receiver, 1985 Miroku Reissue
This Browning Model 1895 Grade I is a mid-1980s reissue manufactured by Miroku in Japan, dated to 1985 by the Browning PV code. Chambered in .30-40 Krag with a 24-inch round barrel and a fixed box magazine, it features a color case-hardened receiver and lever with a polished blued barrel. The straight-grip walnut stock with cut checkering and the combination of open and receiver-mounted aperture sights make this example a well-appointed Grade I configuration with classic lines and desirable chambering.
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: There are markings consistent with prior handling and use on exterior surfaces. Please review the photos for close-up views of these areas.
What's Included
- Case included
- Receiver-mounted aperture peep rear sight (installed)
Built by Miroku for Browning, this Grade I reissue captures the Model 1895 pattern with a color case-hardened receiver and lever paired to a polished blued, 24-inch round barrel. The fit and finish present a period-correct aesthetic that collectors and enthusiasts of Browning-marked reissues value.
Chambered in .30-40 Krag, it uses a non-tubular, fixed box magazine with a 4+1 capacity. The lever-action operation and magazine system reflect the original 1895-style design intent.
The sighting setup is versatile: a hooded front blade on a ramp, an open rear barrel sight with a stepped elevator, and a receiver-mounted aperture (peep) sight installed. This gives the shooter both traditional barrel sights and a receiver-mounted option.
The straight-grip walnut stock features cut checkering for a secure hold, with a 13.5-inch length of pull. A barrel band with a front QD-style sling swivel stud (no front swivel loop installed) and a rear sling swivel stud at the stock toe provide attachment points while maintaining the rifle’s classic configuration.
This example is identified as a mid-1980s Browning-marked reissue and is manufactured in Japan, with the 1985 PV date code confirming its production year.