Marlin Model 1895M .450 Marlin 18″ Ported Lever Action Rifle, 2000
SOLD FOR: $1,102.00
LSB#: LSB260709MG020
Make: Marlin Firearms Co.
Model: 1895M
Serial number: 00078252
Year of Manufacture: 2000 / Modern
Caliber: .450 Marlin
Action Type: Lever Action with Tubular Magazine
Barrel Length: 18″. The muzzle is ported.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated ramp screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch leaf dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the receiver is mounted with a Leupold scope base.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is two piece checkered wood with a straight wrist, straight comb, and ventilated rubber buttpad. The stock shows light compression marks along with handling and operational wear. The length of pull measures 13 1/4? from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttpad. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains approximately 95% of its original blued finish. The stock shows light compression marks along with handling and operational wear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes a Browning padded leather sling.
Our Assessment: The Marlin Model 1895M joined the modern Model 1895 family in 2000, offering the .450 Marlin chambering in a compact sporting rifle. Its introduction brought another big bore option to Marlin’s lever action lineup, combining traditional styling with a short, ported barrel. The 1895M represents a distinctive variation within the modern 1895 series, with particular appeal to collectors interested in Marlin’s big bore hunting rifles.
This 2000 example retains approximately 95% of its original bluing and presents in Fine overall condition. The checkered stock shows light compression marks and handling and operational wear, while the bright bore retains sharp rifling and rates 9/10. Its 18? ported barrel, straight wrist stock, and ventilated rubber buttpad give it a compact sporting configuration. The hooded beaded front sight and U-notch rear sight are complemented by an installed Leupold scope base, and a Browning padded leather sling is included. With its strong remaining finish, appealing bore, and correctly functioning action, this example should draw the attention of Marlin enthusiasts and collectors of big bore lever action rifles. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids!-C.M.