Marlin Model 1889 Rifle in 44-40

A nice example of an early Model 1889 Rifle in untouched condition. The Model 1889 was Marlin's first lever action with side-ejection. It's basically the grandfather to all modern Marlin lever action rifles and father to the Model 1894. 89's were only built about 10 years from 1889 to 189. It has a very pleasing blend of condition with age. The metal has a mostly deep blue with light speckled patina, subtle faint case colors on the hammer and lever, and light reddish orange wood with a dull glow from the original varnish. I sure wish every gun we found looked like this! Caliber 44-40 which Marlin denoted on the barrel as "44 W" for "44 WINCHESTER". Standard 24" round barrel, full magazine, and crescent buttplate. Overall, the receiver has 65% original blue, 97% original blue on the barrel and magazine tube. Hammer and lever still show some nice case colors on the hammer and lever. The case colors on the breech block and buttplate have mostly faded silver and a patina. Loading port has most of its original blue as well as several of the screws. Excellent markings include the Marlin Safety designation on top of the frame with 1887 and 1889 patent dates located on the top of the barrel. Original sights include the long style Marlin Ballard rear sight and Rocky Mountain front sight with German silver blade. Very fine light orange walnut showing just minor handling marks with perfect wood to metal fit and 98% original varnish overall. No chips, cracks, or repairs. Action is as smooth as butter! Last but not least...it has a Fine bore with strong rifling...no rings or bulges. A Great Model 1889!

Item# i521

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