Marlin 1894 Trapper Lever-Action .357 Mag 16.1″

Marlin 1894 Trapper Lever-Action Rifle — Sporting Rifle. The Marlin 1894 Trapper is a compact lever-action rifle chambered for .357 Magnum and able to accept .38 Special, built for short‑range field use and quick handling.

This rifle delivers a short, quick-handling platform for hunting, range work, and compact field carry. Its cold hammer-forged stainless barrel and adjustable receiver-mounted peep sight provide a durable sighting system for typical lever-action uses. The tubular magazine and big-loop lever maintain classic operation while modern features like a 1/2″-28 threaded muzzle and a matte stainless finish extend versatility.

• Caliber: .357 Magnum (accepts .38 Special); tubular magazine accepts 8 rounds (.357) or 9 rounds (.38)
• Barrel: 16.1″ cold hammer-forged stainless steel with 1/2″-28 thread pattern and factory thread protector
• Sights: Skinner blade front and adjustable Skinner receiver-mounted peep rear sight for rapid acquisition
• Stock: Black laminate buttstock and forend with sharp checkering; soft rubber buttpad for recoil absorption
• Action: Lever action with oversized (big) loop lever for gloved operation
• Capacity: Tubular magazine; 8 rounds for .357 Magnum (capacity varies by cartridge length)
• Finish & materials: Matte stainless metal finish; stainless receiver, lever and trigger guard plate machined from stainless steel forgings
• Specifications: Weight ~6.3 lb; overall length ~33.25″; length of pull ~13.38″; rate of twist 1:16″ RH, 6 grooves
• Features: Sling swivel studs, offset hammer spur, push-button cross-bolt manual safety, traditional half-cock hammer

Specifications & Construction

• Materials: Stainless steel metal components; black laminate stock and forend
• Dimensions & weight: Barrel length 16.1″; overall length 33.25″; weight 6.3 lb; length of pull 13.38″
• Operation: Lever-action tubular magazine feed; manual push-button cross-bolt safety and half-cock hammer
• Durability: Cold hammer-forged barrel and laminate furniture for dimensional stability in varying weather

Compatibility & Intended Use

• Magazine & ammunition: Tubular magazine designed for .357 Magnum and .38 Special cartridges (8 rounds .357 / 9 rounds .38 as specified)
• Muzzle devices: 1/2″-28 threaded muzzle accepts compatible 1/2″-28 devices and comes with a factory thread protector
• Sighting & optics: Equipped with receiver-mounted peep rear sight and blade front; not drilled and tapped for scope mounting as supplied
• Typical setups: Short-range hunting, compact field or backcountry carry, and range use with open or receiver-mounted sights; sling studs accommodate carry options

The Marlin 1894 Trapper pairs traditional lever-action ergonomics with modern, durable construction for reliable performance in compact-field applications.