One of the most popular models from Marlin Firearms is its Model 1894, and when Ruger took possession of the Marlin brand following Remington Outdoors’ 2020 bankruptcy, the company prioritized the revitalization of Marlin’s popular models. Recently, Marlin’s compact Model 1894 Trapper line has expanded to include the 10 mm Auto chambering. Watch our latest “Gun of the Week” episode above to see the details.
“There's quite a lot going on here. You know, Marlin, that's kind of been the the big news over the last few years,” American Rifleman Executive Editor Evan Brune said. “After Remington's bankruptcy, Ruger purchased the Marlin Company, and since then, they have just done yeoman's work in really revitalizing the brand. And this is a great example of some of what they've done.”
Marlin’s Model 1894 Trapper models are more compact than the company’s traditional lever-action offerings, with a 16.1-inch threaded barrel. The under-barrel tubular magazine holds 10 rounds of 10 mm, loaded through the gate on the right side of the receiver.
“At the top of the gun, we've got a really beautiful set of Skinner sights,” Brune said. “So it's a nice peep aperture. This sight block is removable, so you can put an optic on there. And then they've actually cut a dovetail here. So you could put back-up sights at the top of the barrel, if you wanted to.”
Marlin builds its Model 1894 Trapper to withstand the elements during heavy field use, so the stainless-steel construction is paired with well-textured, weather-resistant, wood-laminate furniture, which includes sling-swivel studs and a generously sized rubber recoil pad.
“One of the big things that people love about lever-actions is you could always get kind of a handgun or a revolver pairing with the lever gun, because they often share chamberings,” Brune said. “Well, you know, we've seen a big resurgence in the 10 mm cartridge recently, too. So you can get your modern 10 mm, and you could have your modern cowboy gun to go with it.”
For more information on the Marlin Model 1894 Trapper in 10 mm Auto, visit the Marlin Firearms website here.
