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Lot 29:Antique Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action Takedown Rifle

May 2nd, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Lot 29:Antique Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action Takedown Rifle

May 2nd, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Outstanding Antique Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action Takedown Rifle with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter to this excellent antique Marlin Model 1894 takedown rifle states it was shipped on October 4, 1894 and confirms the 24 inch octagon barrel in .38 caliber and takedown configuration. Rarely are these "working guns" found in such high condition, making this example well deserving of any lever action collection no matter how advanced. The rifle is fitted with a German silver blade front sight and an elevation adjustable rear sight. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line Marlin legend ahead of the rear sight and the caliber designation "38-W" at the breech. The casehardened frame is marked "MARLIN SAFETY," and the upper receiver tang is factory drilled and tapped (filler screws are present) for sight mounting and marked "MODEL/1894." The antique serial number is stamped on the underside of the receiver. The forearm and straight grip stock are walnut. The stock is fitted with a casehardened crescent buttplate.

ConditionExcellent, retaining 98% plus original blue finish on the barrel and magazine with thinning on the balance. The receiver retains 95% plus vivid original case colors. The hammer, lever, takedown collar and buttplate retain 85% original case colors. The wood is very fine with a shallow divot on the right side of the wrist, some minor handling marks, and most of the original varnish remaining. Mechanically excellent. A fabulous antique Marlin Model 1894 takedown rifle that will make a grand statement to any lever action collection.
Details
ManufacturerMarlin Firearms Co
Model1894
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge38 WCF
Barrel24 inch octagon
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionThe bore is bright with crisp rifling.

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views896
Catalog page44
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