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“DULUTH, MINN” Antique J.M. MARLIN Model 1889 Lever .38-40 WCF Rifle Made Circa 1892
Guns International #: 103028043 Seller's Inventory #: 247116
Category: Marlin Rifles - Antique - Antique Rifles - Cartridge
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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Description:
“DULUTH, MINN” Antique J.M. MARLIN Model 1889 Lever .38-40 WCF Rifle
Made Circa 1892
Here we present an antique J.M. Marlin Model 1889 Rifle in .38 WCF, made in 1892 in New Haven, Connecticut. Dubbed as the “New Safety Repeating Rifle,” the 1889 Marlin was a mid-sized, redesigned 1888 model. Many key features of these style lever action rifles had already been patented by several people, but John Marlin incorporated all the features into a single functional firearm.
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 a variety of calibers ranging from .32-20 to .45-70 GOVT, a feature that would not be duplicated by competing Winchesters for several more years.
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.
The overall condition is good. This example has been refinished. Robust action. The bore has darkened but remains good for its age with strong rifling. The buttstock and forend are in good shape with a band aid shaped repair on the right buttstock. Replaced butt plate. The markings are legible. “FROM J DODGE / DULUTH MINN” is marked atop the barrel.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 24 inches.
Caliber: .38-40 Winchester Center Fire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1200
#247116
SOLD
Antique: Yes