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Marlin 1881 45 Govt. possibly first Lever Guide gun in 45-70
Guns International #: 101768523 Seller's Inventory #: 12
Category: Antique Rifles - Cartridge - Marlin Rifles - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: TerribleTed
Member Since: 5/24/17
First Name: Ted
Last Name: Feeney
State: South Carolina
Zip: 29625
Country: United States
Phone: (678) 776-7095
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 25
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Postal Money order or Certified Bank Check, Personal check with 2 week waiting period
Description:
This rifle was made in 1881 or 1882 as Marlin did not keep records for serial below # 4001. serial # 27XX would put this as late 1881 or early 1882. Barrel measures 20" to front of receiver and 21" using a ramrod down the barrel to the bolt. Stock has been cleaned and a very old repair to wrist that is very well done. Barrel is marked 45 Govt. and V. Kindler East Saginaw that was a large distributer and retailer.Half magazine and very smooth action. Only 7 rifles with s/n over the 4001 had barrels shorter than 24". This rifle could be the first lever action Guide Gun made in the 45-70 caliber as Winchester did not offer 45-70 untill the 1886 model. Everything appears to be original to the rifle with a plumb patina on receiver and barrel. Will consider offers. No FFL required for this one.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .45-70 Government