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Ruger on Wednesday announced the reintroduction of the Marlin 1895 Trapper, with improvements including a receiver-mounted Skinner Sight system and suppressor-ready barrel. 

Previously, while under the now-defunct Remington Outdoors banner, Marlin marketed the Trapper, a carbine-length big-bore .45-70 that was short, quick-handling, and optimized for hunting or protection from dangerous animals, from 2018 until the company closed its lines in 2020. 

The reborn Trapper via Ruger has a 16.17-inch, cold-hammer-forged barrel with a six-groove 1:20 twist. Threaded 11/16x24 TPI with a match-polished thread protector, it is ready for either muzzle devices or quiet time.
 

Marlin 1895 Trapper .45-70 by Ruger
Overall length is just 34.25 inches while weight is a hair over 7 pounds, making it about the same size as a Mini-14, but in a 5+1 capacity .45-70.  (Photo: Ruger)
Marlin 1895 Trapper .45-70 by Ruger
The new Marlin 1895 Trapper by Ruger uses a black laminate stock with a receiver and barrel machined from solid stainless-steel bar stock, giving it a rugged, field-ready look. (Photo: Ruger)
Marlin 1895 Trapper .45-70 by Ruger
Ruger says they have refined the stock fit and switched to a thinner forend to improve aesthetics and ergonomics. (Photo: Ruger)
Marlin 1895 Trapper .45-70 by Ruger
Note the Skinner Sights receiver-mounted peep sight and adjustable front, as well as the spiral-fluted, nickel-plated bolt and oversized loop lever. (Photo: Ruger)


Ruger says the Marlin 1895 Trapper is shipping now, with an MSRP of $1,349.

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