- Location of manufacture on the barrel reads "Mayodan, NC."
MODEL 1895 SBL
The Model 1895 is a frontier legend and big game hero. It is quick pointing, fast-handling and has classic styling. Chambered for big bore rounds of .45-70 Govt., this rifle is a hard-hitting, big game-dropping powerhouse.
NTRODUCING THE FIRST RUGER-MADE MARLIN® FIREARM
THE MARLIN® MODEL 1895 SBL
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This American-made lever-action rifle was manufactured with great pride and attention to detail. You can expect the same time-honored design as the traditional 1895, combined with Ruger's trusted reputation for producing high-quality, reliable firearms.
QUALITY CRAFTED INTO EVERY RIFLE
Improved manufacturing processes create tight tolerances, resulting in a reliable, attractive rifle. Multi-layered quality control procedures, including daily function and accuracy audits and multiple inspections, result in a high-quality product.
NEW IMPROVEMENTS
- Ghost ring rear sight is adjustable for windage/elevation and tritium fiber optic, high visibility day/night front sight allows for quicker target acquisition in low light.
- Updated Picatinny rail provides a stable mounting surface for scope rings and a variety of modern optics.
- Nickel-plated bolt with spiral flutes adds a distinctive, classy look and a smoother action.
- Refined stock fit and thinner forend improve aesthetics and ergonomics.
- Improved finish on the stock and forend and checkered grip panels provide superior grip in all conditions.
- Threaded barrel, with a match-polished, factory-installed thread protector, has a 11/16"-24 pattern to accommodate a muzzle brake or other barrel accessories.
SPECIFICATIONS
NEW DETAILS
You may notice some changes to the details on this rifle. Here is how to identify a Ruger-made, Marlin® Model 1895 SBL:
- New "RP" proof mark located on the left side of the firearm.
- Ruger-made Marlin® rifles begin with the serial prefix of "RM."
- Marlin Horse and Rider logo laser engraved on the grip.
- The traditional black and white Marlin bullseye located on the rifle stock is now red and white.
FEATURES
- Receiver, lever and trigger guard plate are CNC machined from 416 stainless steel forgings.
- Barrel is made of 410 stainless steel and is cold hammer-forged which results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity.
- Threaded barrel, with factory-installed thread protector, has a 11/16"-24 pattern to accommodate a muzzle brake or other barrel accessories.
- Updated Picatinny rail provides a stable mounting surface for scope rings and a variety of modern optics.
- Ghost ring rear sight is adjustable for windage/elevation and tritium fiber optic, high visibility day/night front sight allows for quicker target acquisition in low light.
- Six-round, tubular magazine with a loading gate located on the receiver.
- Soft-rubber buttpad effectively absorbs recoil.
- Positive, push-button, cross-bolt manual safety and traditional half-cock hammer.
- Reliably feeds a wide range of .45-70 Govt factory ammunition and bullet types.
- Durable, laminate buttstock and forend remain dimensionally stable in varying weather conditions.
- Sharp checkering provides an excellent grip in all weather conditions.
- Spiral-fluted, nickel-plated bolt aids smooth cycling.
- Oversized lever loop provides clearance for operation with heavy gloves.
- Slimmed-down forend for an attractive look and comfortable feel.
- Also includes: Sling swivel studs, offset hammer spur.
- FFL:
- Yes