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SBL Series Model 1895

Name: Marlin Firearms SBL Series Model 1895 — 45-70 Govt (Left-Handed)
Brand: Marlin Firearms
SKU: marlin-sbl-series-model-1895-70478
Price: 1619 USD
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Lever-action left-hand-friendly candidate · 45-70 Govt

The Marlin Firearms SBL Series Model 1895 is a left-hand-friendly lever action rifle chambered in 45-70 Govt. Its mid-weight build pairs a 19.1-inch barrel with a 7.3 lb listed weight, suited to brush hunting, ranch work, and classic woods carry. It wears a gray laminate stock and polished stainless stainless steel metalwork. Made in United States.

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Caliber

45-70 Govt

Magazine

6 rounds

Barrel

19.1"

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Scope base & rings
Match the base to this action's footprint, then pick ring height for your objective diameter.
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Riflescope
A 3–9x or 2.5–10x covers nearly all hunting distances and keeps weight down.
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Sling
Carry side is personal — a simple two-point sling works from either shoulder.
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Muzzle brake or suppressor mount
This barrel is threaded, so check the thread pitch on the spec table before ordering.
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45-70 Govt ammunition
Most rifles shoot one load noticeably better than the rest — buy a few boxes before committing.
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Hard case
Required for airline travel and worth it for any drive to a hunt.
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Full specifications

Manufacturer SKU70478

ActionLever action

Hand orientationLeft hand friendly

Caliber45-70 Govt

Barrel length19.1 in

Overall length37.25 in

Weight7.3 lb

StockGray Laminate

Metal finishPolished Stainless stainless steel

Magazine6 rounds; tubular magazine

Threaded barrelYes

MSRP$1,619

AvailabilityLimited

Catalog statusCurrent

Country of manufactureUnited States

Last verified2026-05-27

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Every spec is tied to an official manufacturer page or verified source.

Manufacturer product page ↗https://www.marlinfirearms.com/s/leverAction-SBLSeries/

Is the Marlin Firearms SBL Series Model 1895 right for you?

The SBL 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
7.3 lb listed weight (mid-weight)
19.1" barrel in 45-70 Govt
Threaded muzzle — suppressor- and brake-ready
Gray Laminate stock
Polished Stainless stainless steel metal finish
Magazine: 6 rounds; tubular magazine
MSRP around $1,619
Made in United States

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