Marlin 1895 SBL .45-70 Lever-Action Rifle

Marlin 1895 SBL: Modern Lever-Action Excellence

The Marlin 1895 SBL represents a thoughtful evolution of a classic American rifle design. This .45-70 Government lever-action combines time-honored mechanics with modern refinements, making it equally at home in the hunting field or at the range.

Construction & Materials

The receiver, lever, and trigger guard are CNC machined from 416 stainless steel forgings, ensuring dimensional precision and corrosion resistance. The barrel is cold hammer-forged from 410 stainless steel, a process that creates ultra-precise rifling for exceptional accuracy and barrel longevity. The nickel-plated, spiral-fluted bolt adds both functional smoothness and visual appeal to the action.

Barrel & Accessories

The 19-inch barrel features a threaded muzzle with an 11/16" x 24 pattern, accommodating muzzle brakes and other modern accessories. A match-polished factory-installed thread protector is included. An updated Picatinny rail provides a stable mounting surface for scope rings and modern optics.

Sighting Systems

The rifle ships with a tritium fiber optic front sight with a high-visibility dot for rapid target acquisition in low light conditions. The adjustable ghost ring rear aperture sight provides windage and elevation adjustment for precision shooting. This combination of sights makes the rifle effective whether you're using iron sights or mounting an optic.

Ergonomics & Handling

The oversized lever loop provides clearance for operation while wearing heavy gloves—essential for cold-weather hunting. The gray laminate buttstock and forend remain dimensionally stable across varying weather conditions. Sharp checkering on the grip panels ensures positive control in wet or cold conditions. A soft-rubber buttpad effectively absorbs recoil from full-power .45-70 loads. Sling swivel studs are included, and an offset hammer spur aids smooth cocking.

Capacity & Reliability

The six-round tubular magazine feeds reliably with a wide range of .45-70 Government factory ammunition and bullet types. A positive, push-button cross-bolt manual safety and traditional half-cock hammer provide intuitive, dependable operation.

Specifications

• Caliber: .45-70 Government
• Capacity: 6 rounds
• Barrel Length: 19 inches
• Overall Length: 37.25 inches
• Weight: 7.3 lbs
• Twist Rate: 1:20" RH
• Grooves: 6
• Stock: Gray Laminate
• Finish: Polished Stainless Steel
• Length of Pull: 13.38 inches

The Marlin 1895 SBL delivers the stopping power and reliability hunters and shooters have trusted for generations, wrapped in modern materials and ergonomic refinements.