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Dark Series Model 1895
Lever-action left-hand-friendly candidate · 45-70 Govt
The Marlin Firearms Dark Series Model 1895 is a left-hand-friendly lever action rifle chambered in 45-70 Govt. Its mid-weight build pairs a 16.17-inch barrel with a 7 lb listed weight, suited to brush hunting, ranch work, and classic woods carry. It wears a nylon reinforced polymer synthetic stock and satin black alloy steel metalwork. Made in United States.
Price
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Caliber
45-70 Govt
Magazine
5 rounds
Barrel
16.17"
Where to buy
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Scope base & rings
Match the base to this action's footprint, then pick ring height for your objective diameter.
Riflescope
A 3–9x or 2.5–10x covers nearly all hunting distances and keeps weight down.
Sling
Carry side is personal — a simple two-point sling works from either shoulder.
Muzzle brake or suppressor mount
This barrel is threaded, so check the thread pitch on the spec table before ordering.
45-70 Govt ammunition
Most rifles shoot one load noticeably better than the rest — buy a few boxes before committing.
Hard case
Required for airline travel and worth it for any drive to a hunt.
Sources & citations
Every spec is tied to an official manufacturer page or verified source.
Is the Marlin Firearms Dark Series Model 1895 right for you?
The Dark Series Model 1895 is best suited to brush hunting, ranch work, and classic woods carry.
Browse more left-handed 45-70 Govt rifles, lever action rifles, or the full Marlin Firearms left-handed lineup.
Key features
- Left-hand-friendly layout for southpaw shooters
- 7 lb listed weight (mid-weight)
- 16.17" barrel in 45-70 Govt
- Threaded muzzle — suppressor- and brake-ready
- Nylon Reinforced Polymer Synthetic stock
- Satin Black alloy steel metal finish
- Magazine: 5 rounds; tubular magazine
- MSRP around $1,519
- Made in United States
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