Marlin 1894 SBL 16.1″ Stainless Laminate Lever .44 Rem Mag

The Marlin 1894 SBL is a stainless-steel lever-action rifle fitted with a gray laminate stock and an oversized "big loop" lever for use with gloves. It features a factory-threaded, cold hammer-forged 16.1-inch barrel, a Picatinny rail receiver and modern iron sights including a fiber-optic front with a tritium ring. The tubular magazine accepts 8 rounds of .44 Remington Magnum or 9 rounds of .44 Special, providing flexible capacity depending on cartridge selection.

Key Specifications

• Chambered for .44 Remington Magnum / .44 Special.
• The barrel measures 16.1 inches and is cold hammer-forged stainless steel.
• Magazine capacity is 8 rounds (.44 Rem Mag) / 9 rounds (.44 Special) in the tubular magazine.
• Action is a lever action.
• Finish is polished stainless with a gray laminate stock.
• Thread pattern is 5/8-24 with a match-polished thread cap for muzzle accessories.
• Sights include a fiber-optic front sight with tritium ring and an adjustable ghost-ring rear sight.
• A full-length Picatinny rail on the receiver provides a stable optics mounting surface.
• Weight is approximately 6.3 lb.
• Safety is a crossbolt manual safety and the rifle includes an oversized big-loop lever and soft recoil pad.

Combining classic lever-action operation with contemporary features like a threaded, short barrel, Picatinny rail and tritium-enhanced front sight, the 1894 SBL is configured for practical field use where quick follow-up and reliable function matter. Stainless construction, a cold hammer-forged barrel and a durable laminate stock deliver a low-maintenance package built for regular use. The big-loop lever and ergonomic touches make this model a straightforward choice for shooters who value proven design with modern updates.