What made the Marlin Dark Series Model 1895 the NRA Gun of the Week? Is it the fact that Marlin (and its new brand steward, Ruger) resurrected a tried-and-true American design and brought it into the 21st century? Is it the fact that the Marlin Dark series weds tactical sensibility to the lever-action repeater, making this a valid home-defense firearm? Is it the fact that the Model 1895 comes chambered in .45/70 Gov't, a powerful cartridge that still adheres to "primitive weapon" hunting season laws? Is it the fact that the Model 1895 redefines versatility for a new generation, equally at home in a rack on your truck and in your quick-open self-defense gun safe? Or is it just the fact that this lever-action is accurate, nimble and fun to shoot? Watch this great video from our friends at American Rifleman, and be the judge! Marlin.com.
Video Review: Marlin Dark Series Model 1895 Lever-Action Rifle
Marlin's Dark Series of lever guns brought the venerable platform into the 21st century, and the Model 1895 is no exception.
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