JM Marlin Cowboy 45-70 1895

[Bangbangman]

I'm selling my Marlin 1895 Cowboy in 45-70Govt. The 26" octagonal barrel is stamped "JM". The action has been slicked and cycles flawlessly. The gun is set-up for use with a scope: it comes with a shimmed picatinny rail for mounting. There is a quality foresight in situ: rear-sight options are readily available in the UK, should you want to stick to irons. I can supply a rail/aperture/ghost-ring sight combo with the gun, if required.

 

I also have a finger-adjustable Williams rear sight (unused) available at cost.

 

This evocative rifle is a joy to shoot- the 45-70 can be loaded with "light" 250gr loads for plinking, through to loads for deer, boar and even elephant! (See Vince Lupo's African hunts with a Marlin lever gun in 45-70.)

 

I have been feeding it cast bullets in lighter loads as I have no need for 500gr bone-smashers!

 

Bluing and mechanicals are in very good condition. The wood has marks of use but no cracks or splits.

 

I do love this gun and the 45-70 calibre but I want to scratch another 45-70 "itch" and I have other Marlin Cowboys to keep me smiling!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

110yd 3shot group with Remington 405gr factory ammunition (witnessed by RO!)

 

 

For sale at £770, UK only face-to-face (Nr Swansea) or RFD plus fees. For sale elsewhere.

[Rogerthetree]

have been looking for this rifle for some time, is it still for sale ?

[Bangbangman]

Yes- it is with a local RFD. He'll be taking it to Bisley for the Phoenix arms fair if you want a look.

[Rogerthetree]

just needed an excuse to go to fair. which RFD do i look for ?. i am very interested as my last 45-70 has now gone, a Ruger no 1 and a bit painful !. can i deal with the RFD as to payment and arranging transfer ?. would you be kind enough to confirm price including the optional rear sites. many thanks.

[Bangbangman]

I'll PM you later, Roger. A bit busy at this moment.

 

The price is £770 plus RFD fees.

 

The rear sight is £60 posted.

 

Thanks for your interest.