Marlin Firearms Co. Model 1894C .357 Mag 38 Spl. JM Lever Action Rifle 2006
SOLD FOR: $1018.85
LSB#: 210513EP11
Make: Marlin
Model: 1894C
Serial Number: 94205702
Year of Manufacture: 2006
Caliber: .357 Mag or .38 Spl
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Tubular Magazine
Markings: The left shoulder of the barrel is marked “THE MARLIN FIREARMS CO., NORTH HAVEN, CT., U.S.A. / **MODEL 1894C -.357 MAG. OR 38 SPL.**” and at the rear with a “JM” proof. The right shoulder of the barrel is marked with Marlin’s two-line warning. The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number. The top of the bolt is marked “357”.
Barrel Length: 18 1/2”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade with red paint applied to the rear face that is dovetailed to a serrated ramped riser and screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is a buckhorn elevator sight with a U-notch that is dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the receiver is drilled, tapped, and filled in four places for mounting a scope.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth walnut with a straight grip, straight comb, sling stud front and rear, and a black Pachmayr buttpad. There are no notable imperfections. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 3/8″ and 12 3/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad and wood, respectively. The pad shows no notable wear. Overall, the stocks rate in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are a few faint marks on the receiver. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp lightly tool marked. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Fine condition. (See Mechanics)
Mechanics: The mag tube follower is stuck too far out and blocks the lifter and thus, prevents the action from being closed. This issue will need to be corrected. Otherwise, the action would function correctly. The lever safety is present and functions properly. The receiver also contains a push safety that blocks the hammer from hitting the pin. The hammer has a half cock safety position. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Marlin 1894 is one of the stronger lever-action designs ever produced, it has been in production, with very few changes, for over a century, now. The action is robust, dependable, and remarkably easy to disassemble and clean. As a field rifle, it is handy to pair this light and easy to use carbine with a similarly chambered revolver. Cowboy Action Shooters have embraced this design, as well. This rifle needs a little work, otherwise it is a clean and beautiful rifle. Please see our photos and good luck!