Marlin 1895 SBL.

[wayfarer5]

Anyone have any experience with the Marlin 1895 SBL? I've been thinking about getting one in 45-70 and thought I'd check to see what you guys thought about it. Thanks!

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[Nosferatu]

The Marlin 1895 in all it's flavors has been a stable platform for decades. (Yes, even through the Remlin years).

 

[Knobgoblin]

 

[DirectDrive]

I have a 1895 22" and it's a shooter.
Skinner Alaskan peep and a Montana sling.

 

[monks]

I've got a JM marked 1895 CB I got from my pop. It's a great rifle! My son in law has a guide gun of the same age he won't sell me. Buy it, you won't be disappointed!

 

[TJ82525]

I have the Trapper version in 45-70. Absolutely love it!

 

[kanak-attack]

I have the 45-70 sbl and 357 sbl, threaded barrel, smooth like butter, you cant go wrong.

 

[tkdguy]

Buy one now!

 

[CountryGent]

Many moons ago I had a JM-marked Marlin 1895 CB*. It required two trips back to the factory, but afterwards, it ran like a top. Accurate and handled well. Sold it off during a reorganization.

* Looked like this: