Marlin Model 1895SS 1895-SS 22″ .45-70 Govt. JM Marked Lever Rifle, 1986
SOLD FOR: $1,000.00
LSB#: LSB250527MS016
Make: Marlin
Model: 1895SS
Serial Number: 14054326
Year of Manufacture: 1986
Caliber: 45/70 Govt.
Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Tubular Magazine
Barrel Length: 22″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated base screwed to the barrel. The riser is slotted for a hood that is not present. The rear sight is a folding “U”-notch elevator sight dovetailed to the rear of the barrel. The left of the receiver is drilled, tapped and filled for a receiver sight (none present). The top of the receiver is drilled, tapped and filled for an optic mount (none present).
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth wood with a capped forend, capped pistol grip, straight comb, brown rubber Marlin buttpad and sling swivels front and rear. The Marlin “bullseye” is present in the belly. The stocks have scattered light nicks, scuffs and scratches. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 5/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the pad. The pad has light wear and some discoloration. Overall, the stocks are in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the micro-groove rifling is sharp. There is some scattered light erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 7+/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 93% of its metal finish. There are a few scattered light nicks, scuffs and scratches. There are some scattered spots of light oxidation, mostly on the lever. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Very Good-plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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: This rifle comes with a leather sling.
Our Assessment: This is a “New Model” Marlin Model 1895SS lever action rifle, made with a 22” round barrel and two-thirds length magazine tube. The original Model 1895 rifle ceased production in 1915, and was upgraded and brought back into production in 1972. The barrel is chambered in .45-70 Govt., suitable for larger North American game as well as for deer hunting where straight-wall cases are required. The rifle is in Very Good-plus condition with only a few light marks and spots of surface oxidation. The bore is strong and the mechanics are great. Please see our photos and good luck!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud
