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Antique J.M. MARLIN Model 1889 Lever Action .38-40 WCF Cal. REPEATING Rifle Favorite Rifle of ANNIE OAKLEY Made in 1891!
Guns International #: 101410840 Seller's Inventory #: 20657
Category: Marlin Rifles - Antique - Marlin Rifles
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
Antique J.M. MARLIN Model 1889 Lever Action .38-40 WCF Cal. REPEATING Rifle
Favorite Rifle of ANNIE OAKLEY Made in 1891!
Here we present a J.M. Marlin Model 1889 Rifle in .38-55 WCF, made in 1891 in New Haven, Connecticut. Dubbed as the “New Safety Repeating Rifle,” the 1889 Marlin was a mid-sized, redesigned 1888 model. The most noticeable difference is the solid top with its side-ejection system. The new model also utilized a cartridge carrier that raised automatically, closing the end of the magazine after the head of the cartridge had passed into the carrier, preventing the next cartridge from entering the carrier and jamming the action This was an important feature, since the rifle was produced in the .32-20, .38-40 and .44-40 chamberings. The similarity between the .38-40 and the .44-40 cartridges sometimes caused confusion for shooters. If a shooter accidentally loaded a .44-40 into a .38-40, the lever would not close properly. With the ’89 Marlin, he simply had to lever downward, as if the .44-40 was an empty shell, and the oversized cartridge would be thrown to the side.
Overall, the 1889 Marlin was well received on the frontier and nationwide. More than 55,000 guns left the factory between 1889 and 1903. In its day, the model was considered state-of-the-art. Now, 130+ years later, this 1889 Marlin is an extremely collectible firearm.
The overall condition is fine. The action is strong. The bore is bright and has nice rifling. This one is finished in black enamel! A great old Marlin!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 24 inches.
Caliber: .38-40 WCF
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1600
#20657
SOLD
Antique: Yes