Original U.S. Marlin Model 1889 “New Safety” .32-20 W.C.F. Lever-Action Rifle with Excellent Bore - 1893 Production - Serial No. 88383 Bayonets consistent with banging against the

consistent with banging against the harness of the horse while in cavalry service

the letter indicates that 3 revolvers of the same configuration were in the shipment

The hilt looks to have had the original brown paint mostly worn away

The military trials officially took place between January and April 1943

Original U.S. Marlin Model 1889 “New Safety” .32-20 W.C.F. Lever-Action Rifle with Excellent Bore - 1893 Production - Serial No. 88383 Bayonets consistent with banging against theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original U. S. Marlin Model 1889 New Safety lever action rifle in . 32 20 W. C. F., Serial No. 88383, generally attributed to 1893 production. It features a 24 inch round barrel, full length magazine, solid top side ejecting receiver, and standard sporting sights. The rifle retains portions of its original blue finish, solid walnut stocks, a smooth and tight action, and an exceptionally bright bore. World