Ruger Reintroducing the Marlin Model 1895 Trapper Lever-Action Rifle

The Marlin 1895 Trapper was conceived by hunting and fishing guides in Alaska who needed a big-bore rifle that was short, quick-handling and optimized for hunting or protection from dangerous animals.

Ruger Reintroducing the Marlin Model 1895 Trapper Lever-Action Rifle — (Photo courtesy of Ruger)

May 19, 2022 By Guns & Ammo Staff

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has announced its reintroduction of the Marlin Model 1895 Trapper.

Chambered in .45-70 Govt., this latest Marlin offering from Ruger features a 16.17”, cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:20” twist. The threaded barrel (11/16”-24), comes with a match-polished thread protector and will accommodate common muzzle devices.

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