Our full length view shows this Marlin Model 1893 lever action rifle with full magazine. Constructed circa in the early 1900's this rifle qualifies as a post 1898 antique and if purchased, must be shipped to a FFL dealer. The buttplate on this rifle has been replaced and a flat sheet steel buttplate is fitted to the stock. The stock has a number of old dents, dings, and scratches. There is a unfilled hole on the toe. Inletting on the buttstock is only fair with visible gaps, and brown epoxy repairs at the upper corner of the action and tang. The forearm has a much better fit, but still has developed a chip at the front of the action.
The 24" tapered round "black powder steel barrel" has aged to a silver gray patina. The barrel is chambered for a .38-55 cartridge for black powder barrels. The "black powder barrels" were considered a "B" grade in the period. Marlin was using up old stock of softer steel barrels after the introduction of smokeless powder barrels. The bore on this barrel is mostly bright, with a few scattered speckles. The top of the barrel is marked THE MARLIN FIREARMS CO. NORTH HAVEN, CT. U.S.A. * * * * Pat''d Oct. 11, 1887, April 2,1889, Aug. 1 1893 * * * *. The barrel is also marked For Black Powder beneath the step adjustable rear sight. The front sight appears to be period, but is currently installed backwards.
Cartridge cases, or loaded ammunition, are readily available from a variety of sources. It may be wise to buy a quantity of cases, all at the same time, from the same lot, for uniformity. We recommend ordering a least 100 cases, and perhaps 200, depending on your reloading schedule. Track can supply the mold, shell holder, loading dies, bullet lubricant, loading press, sizing dies, and black powder.
The tang is stamped Model 1893 on two lines. The bottom view shows the rounded toe, which has a number of marks from over a century of use. The toe has a unfilled hole. likely from a previously installed swivel. The lever action was blued vs. color case hardened, which has faded over time to a patina brown-gray. The top of the action is marked Marlin Safety. The action cycles corectly. A few screw slots show some minor wear from a ill fitted screwdriver, but not all.
This rifle has the appearance and feel of a well used antique. Order it for a ten day visual inspection. You will be delighted. Else if it does not fit you, return it in unfired condition for same-day refund. Postage is your only risk, when you order any one-of-a-kind gun from Track, whether new, used, or antique.
Ready for same day shipment on receipt of your funds, and your Federal Firearms Licensed dealer's signed FFL copy. We must deliver to a Minnesota resident, or to a licensed dealer in any other state.
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Cartridge Case,
.38-55 Winchester,
unprimed brass,
correct head stamp,
2.125", by Starline,
50 pieces
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Special Restrictions Apply
Not available for export outside the U.S.A.
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Cartridge Case,
.38-55 Winchester,
unprimed brass,
correct head stamp,
2.125", by Starline,
100 pieces
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Special Restrictions Apply
Not available for export outside the U.S.A.
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Powder Compression Plug,
.38 caliber,
to fit our
Lee 7/8-14 die
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Neck Expander Plug,
.377" diameter,
to fit our
Lee 7/8-14 die
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Neck Expander Plug,
.379" diameter,
to fit our
Lee 7/8-14 die
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Lee Bullet Mold .38-55 caliber, .379" diameter, 250 grain, flat nose BPCR mold, double cavity
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LEE Loading Dies,
caliber .38-55,
including shell holder
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LEE Neck Expander Die,
7/8-14 thread,
for our neck expander plugs
or powder compression plugs,
each sold separately
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SPG Bullet Lubricant,
one 1-1/4 ounce stick, for Black or Smokeless Powder
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Bullet Mold,
.375" diameter, 264 grain pistol mold,
double cavity steel mold blocks,
by Lyman
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Bullet Mold,
.378" diameter, 335 grain,
single cavity steel mold blocks,
made in the USA, by Lyman
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Lyman Three Die Set,
for .38-55 Winchester
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Shell holder #6,
by Lyman,
fits .30-30 & .38-55 calibers
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.380" diameter, ideal for .38 caliber rifles, .125" over powder card, 1000, by Circle Fly Wads
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.380" diameter, ideal for .38 caliber rifles, .025" thin white card, 1000, by Circle Fly Wads
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.380" diameter Vegetable Fiber Wad, ideal for .38 caliber rifles, .062" thick card, 1000, by Circle Fly Wads
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Track's Catalog 18,
Out of Print
Please use our FREE on-line catalog and web site.
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CATALOG-18
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$10.00 |
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