Marlin 1895 Trapper — .45-70 Gov’t, Satin Stainless

Marlin 1895 Trapper — Lever-action rifle in .45-70 Government. This Marlin Model 1895 Trapper is a compact lever-action sporting rifle chambered in .45-70 Government designed to serve as a field-ready large-game/hunting rifle and general sporting firearm.

The Trapper provides a shorter, more maneuverable form of Marlin’s classic 1895 platform while retaining traditional lever-action operation. It is intended for field carrying and quick target acquisition where a robust, reliable lever-action is preferred. The rifle’s construction and features address recoil management, rapid follow-up operation, and accessory mounting.

• Action: Lever-action design with an oversized loop lever for gloved or rapid cycling.
• Caliber: .45-70 Government (as stated in product data).
• Barrel construction: Cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrel with factory-installed thread protector (11/16-24 thread pattern).
• Sights: Receiver-mounted Skinner peep rear sight (adjustable) and blade front sight for fast acquisition.
• Stock: Black laminate fixed stock and matching forend for dimensional stability in varying weather conditions.
• Safety and controls: Push-button cross-bolt manual safety and traditional half-cock hammer; spiral-fluted, nickel-plated bolt for smooth cycling.
• Magazine: Fixed tubular magazine (loading gate on receiver) — not a detachable box magazine.
• Drilled and tapped receiver for optics; includes sling swivel studs and a soft rubber recoil pad.
• Other measured details: 1:20″ right-hand twist and six rifling grooves (as provided in product data).

Specifications & Construction

Materials include stainless steel metalwork and a laminated wood stock. The barrel is cold hammer-forged stainless with a satin/polished stainless finish on metal components; receiver and trigger guard plate are CNC machined from stainless forgings. The firearm is supplied with a factory-installed thread protector and a match-polished thread cap. The rifle is drilled and tapped at the factory to accept optics and includes sling swivel studs.

Compatibility & Intended Use

This model fits standard lever-action sporting setups: receiver accepts receiver-mounted peep sights and can be fitted with scope mounts where drilled and tapped. Typical use cases include field hunting for large game, general sporting use, and range use where a durable, short-lever-action rifle is desired. The threaded muzzle accommodates muzzle devices that match the listed 11/16-24 thread pattern.