^Lot 3601 DESIRABLE "JM" MARLIN 1894 CENTURY LIMITED LEVER

ACTION RIFLE. CAL. 44-40 WIN. S# 94CL0781. One of 2,500 mfg. 1994 as Limited Edition Commemorative to celebrate the Model 1894's 100th Anniversary. Tapered oct. 24" barrel. 12 Shot Tubular mag. Gold bead front sight & elevator rear sight. Traditionally finished case hardened receiver & lever featuring Bottega C. Giovanelli engraving of floral scroll, Marlin rider on right side, elk & Limited edition banner. Engraving extends to bolt & lever. Checkered walnut stock w/ crescent brass buttplate. CONDITION: near excellent blue & case colored finish. Very good to near excellent wood finish with scattered light dings. Brass starting to acquire patina, but very good overall shine. Very good rifling with light frosting. (25-5618/MD). MODERN. $800-1,200.