Manufactured c. 1906 to 1917, this is a special ordered, extra length example of Marlin's powerful Model 1895 rifle chambered for the ever-desirable .45-70 Government cartridge. These Model 1895s were essentially an up-sized version of the L.L. Hepburn designed Model 1893, with the intention of creating an updated replacement for the large frame Model 1881 which was capable of chambering large and powerful cartridges, such as the .45-70 Government in this example. These Model 1895s, like all of Marlin's lever actions, quickly gained a reputation as being rugged and reliable, as well as being a worthy competitor to Winchester. This particular example was special ordered with an extra length, 32 inch, part octagon barrel. The top of the special order barrel is marked with the standard two-line address and caliber marking at the breech, while the smokeless steel marking is on the upper left flat. The Marlin Safety marking is on top of the receiver and the serial number is on the bottom. The upper tang has the model marking and is drilled and tapped for a peep sight with filler screws in place. It is fitted with a German silver "Rocky Mountain" blade front sight, a D.W. King blank filler in the rear sight dovetail, and a rare and desirable L.L. Hepburn patent, top-mounted receiver peep sight. It is mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. Provenance: The Tom Selleck Collection