Lot 168:Nickel Trimmed Marlin Deluxe Model 1894 Rifle

December 6th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Lot 168:Nickel Trimmed Marlin Deluxe Model 1894 Rifle

December 6th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

Special Order Antique Nickel Trimmed Marlin Deluxe Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle

Manufactured in 1895. Modern King beaded blade front sight and an elevation adjustable rear sight on a barrel stamped with the two-line address/patent dates marking and "25-20 M". The top of the receiver is marked "MARLIN SAFETY," and the upper tang is marked "MODEL/1894. The barrel and magazine are blued, the hammer and casehardened, and the remaining surfaces are plated in nickel, a special order feature. In 1895, nickel plated trimmings was an extra $2.30. The forearm and pistol grip stock are checkered.

ConditionFine. The barrel and magazine retain 40% faded, thin original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. Some original case colors remain on the hammer. The remaining surfaces retain 85% original nickel finish with four non-factory installed filler screws on left side of frame. The wood is very good with a number of minor dings and scratches and heavily worn checkering on the forearm. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerMarlin Firearms Co

Model1894

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge25-20 M

Barrel24 inch part octagon

Finishblue/nickel

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL