Marlin 1894 SBL | .357 Mag.

The Marlin 1894 SBL (Model 70433)in .357 Magnumcombines Marlin's proven lever-action technologywith modern featuresfor hunting, the shooting range, and the use of contemporary optics. The current generation is manufactured by Rugerand is based on the classic Marlin 1894 systemwith a side ejection port, a solid steel receiver, and a tubular magazine. The side ejection port allows optics to be mounted directly above the receiverwithout affecting the weapon's function.

The heart of the rifle is the proven lever-action system in .357 Magnum. The 16.1-inch (40.9 cm) cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrelfeatures a 1/2"-28 muzzle threadand comes with a thread protector. The cold hammer-forged manufacturing processensures a uniform barrel geometryand high-quality workmanship.

The 1894 SBLis factory-prepared for the use of modern optics. A factory-mounted Picatinny railallows for the mounting of riflescopes or red dot sights. The equipment is complemented by an adjustable ghost ring sightand a fiber optic front sight with a tritium ring, allowing the rifle to be used with both open sights and optics.

The receiver, barrel, and other essential components are made of stainless steel with a polished stainless steel finish. The gray laminated wood stockcombines classic aestheticswith high dimensional stability and weather resistance. The checkering on the stock and forend supports secure handling. A large Big-Loop leverfacilitates operation, especially when wearing gloves.

The tubular magazine offers a capacity of 8 roundsin .357 Magnum. The weapon features the classic half-cock hammer positionand an additional cross-bolt safety. The combination of stainless steel construction, modern optics preparation, and traditional lever-action technologymakes the Marlin 1894 SBLa versatile lever-action riflefor various applications.