Marlin Firearms Co. 1894FG 1894-FG 41 Remington Mag JM Lever Rifle MFD 2004
SOLD FOR: $2176
LSB#: 210924WL40
Make: Marlin
Model: 1894FG
Serial Number: 96033881
Year of Manufacture: 2004
Caliber: .41 Magnum
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 1894FG-CAL. 41 MAG.* * * * * *” and at the rear with a “JM” proof. The right shoulder of the barrel is marked with Marlin’s two-line warning. The upper tang is marked with the serial number. The top of the bolt is marked “41”.
Barrel Length: 20 1/4”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated ramped riser and screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is an elevator sight from which the elevator piece and sight leaf are missing. Equipped to the top of the receiver is a Leupold UltimateSlam optic with 3-9x magnification and an UltimateSlam reticle. The scope shows some minor scratches mostly at the rear and the lenses are crystal clear. The scope is in Fine condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered wood with a capped forearm, capped pistol grip, straight comb, sling stud in the belly and forearm cap, and a checkered brown Marlin buttpad. There is a Marlin bullseye in the belly. There are some light scuffs and compressions on the comb. There are a few other minor marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering shows light handling wear wear and is generally sharp. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttpad, which shows light wear along the edges and minor discoloration. Overall, the stocks rate in about Fine 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 90% of its metal finish. There are two areas on the top of the barrel with light erosion and pitting. The lever has some scattered light surface erosion as does the left side of the receiver. The mag tube shows some light scratches on the sides. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tool marked. The markings are crisp. Overall, this rifle is in about Very Good-Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly and smoothly. 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: The previously mentioned scope is included.
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 retains about 90% of its finish and is in Very Good-Fine condition. Included with it is a Leupold UltimateSlam scope that is clean with clear lenses. Please see our photos and good luck!