Marlin 1894

IN PRODUCTION

Quick Overview

Manufacturer

Marlin Firearms (now Sturm, Ruger & Co.)

Origin

United States

Production

1894 - Present

Calibers

.357 Magnum,.38 Special

Overview

The Marlin 1894 is a classic lever-action rifle designed by Marlin Firearms. Originally introduced in 1894, it has been produced continuously (with interruptions) for over a century, known for its side-ejection design that allows top-mount scopes.

Calibers & Ammunition

.357 Magnum .38 Special

Dimensions

Overall Length

914mm (36 in) — 18.5" barrel; 953mm (37.5 in) — 20" barrel

Barrel Length

470mm (18.5 in) — carbine; 510mm (20 in) — standard

Weight

2,720g (6.0 lb) — 20" barrel, .357

Mechanical

Action Type

Lever-action

Trigger Type

Single-stage

Sights Type

Marbles semi-buckhorn rear, brass bead front; receiver drilled and tapped for scope

Magazine Capacity

9 rounds (.357 Mag) or 10 rounds (.38 Spl)

Additional Information

stock

American black walnut (checkered on higher grades)

action

Lever-action with side ejection (scope-compatible)

barrel

Micro-Groove rifling (16 grooves) — reduced bullet deformation and bore friction

magazine

Full-length tubular magazine under barrel

receiver

Solid steel, side ejection

variants

.357 Mag/.38 Spl, .44 Mag, .44-40 — many historical chamberings

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