Marlin 1895G .45-70 GOVT 18.5″ Lever Action Rifle, “JM” Stamped, Upgrades
SOLD FOR: $1,031.00
LSB#: LSB260630RH016
Make: Marlin Firearms Co.
Model: 1895G
Serial Number: 93019277
Year of Manufacture: 2007
Caliber: .45-70 Government
Action Type: Lever Action, fed by Tubular Magazine.
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “THE MARLIN FIREARMS CO. NORTH HAVEN, CT. U.S.A. / ****MOD. 1895G CAL. 45/70 GOV’T.****”, along with a “JM” stamp. The right side of the barrel is marked with Marlin’s 2-line warning. The top tang is marked with the serial number.
Barrel Length: 18.5″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade, dovetailed to a serrated ramp base, screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is a folding semi-buckhorn U-notch sight on a riser, dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the receiver is drilled and tapped for optics.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two-piece checkered walnut stock set, with a straight grip, straight comb, vented black rubber Marlin buttpad, a checkered forend, sling studs front and rear, and the Marlin “Bullseye” present in the belly. The LOP measures 13 1/4″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stocks show light handling wear, with a few light compression marks present. The stock’s finish is intact, and the checkering is well defined. The stocks fit tightly to the frame, with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stocks rate in Fine to Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light operational marks on the hammer and on the bolt, along with a few minor hairline scratches on the receiver. Otherwise, the bluing is deep, dark, and intact throughout. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the half-cock safety. There have been a few upgrades to this rifle, and those upgrades include – Aluminum Magazine Follower, Upgraded Trigger, and Cross-Bolt Safety delete. All of these upgrades were completed with parts from Wild West Gun’s. The original trigger, magazine follower, and safety are also included. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the original trigger, magazine follower, and safety as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: The Marlin Model 1895G is a compact big-bore lever-action rifle built around the proven 1895 action and chambered in .45-70 Government. This 2007 North Haven-produced example carries the desirable “JM” barrel stamp and features an 18.5″ barrel, checkered walnut furniture, factory iron sights, and the handy Guide Gun configuration that made the 1895G especially popular for hunting and heavy field use. This rifle has also been upgraded with Wild West Guns components, including an aluminum magazine follower, upgraded trigger, and cross-bolt safety delete, while the original parts are included with the rifle.
This rifle is in Fine condition overall, retaining about 98% of its original blue finish with only light operational marks on the hammer and bolt and a few minor hairline scratches on the receiver. The checkered walnut stocks remain in Fine to Excellent condition with only light compression marks, well-defined checkering, an intact finish, and no chips or cracks. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 10/10, while the action and half-cock safety function correctly. The inclusion of the original trigger, magazine follower, and cross-bolt safety components adds useful completeness and gives the next owner the option of returning the rifle closer to its original configuration. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! – J.D.