(A) 15" MARLIN MODEL 1889 LEVER ACTION TRAPPER CARBINE.

Per the included factory research, this carbine shipped March 20, 1891 with a 15" barrel. According to Flayderman, just 327 carbines were made with 15" barrels. Round barrel with 2-line address and "44 W." caliber marking. Carbine front sight and 900 yard graduated ladder rear. "MARLIN SAFETY" marked frame with saddle ring. walnut carbine forend and stock with crescent butt plate. The Curio and Relic list records this gun by serial number as exempt from the provisions of the NFA. CONDITION: Good. Overall plum gray patina with evidence of older oxidation. Screw slots somewhat marred. Stock retains significant portions of applied varnish with impressions and abrasions throughout, as well as slivers of loss along the top tang. Bore shows black powder abrasion throughout, the rifling soft with a few mild rings. Fine mechanics. A well used saddle gun with a great Western look.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

15"

Caliber/Bore

.44-40

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Marlin

Model

1889