New Ruger Marlin Models: Dark 336 in .30-30, SBL 1894 in .44
After quietly teasing their release for months, Ruger this week announced two Marlin lever gun models have been added to the catalog and are now shipping.
The guns, which had previously been part of the old "Remlin" lineup before Ruger acquired the brand, include the Marlin Dark Series Model 336 in .30-30 Winchester and a Model 1894 Stainless Big Loop chambered in .44 Rem Magnum.
The 336 Dark features a nylon-reinforced polymer stock and an aluminum handguard with M-LOK and QD attachment capability. Note the included cheek riser – ideal for an optimum sight picture when using an optic – and removable muzzle brake. (Photo: Ruger)
With a 5+1 capacity in .30-30, the 336 Dark has an overall length of 35.5 inches with its short 16.17-inch cold-hammer-forged barrel. It is suppressor-ready with a 5/8x24 TPI threaded muzzle. Weight is 6.9 pounds. (Photo: Ruger)
The 1894 SBL in .44 Mag features a gray laminate stock and forend, a big loop lever, Picatinny rail, and a threaded barrel. Note the sights, which include an adjustable ghost ring rear and fiber-optic front with a Tritium insert ring. (Photo: Ruger)
Able to accept either .44 Rem Mag or the slightly shorter .44 Special, it has an eight or nine-round capacity. Overall length is 33.25 inches with the 16.1-inch barrel, while its weight is 6.3 pounds. (Photo: Ruger)
Ruger has brought both models to recent trade shows with a "coming soon" caveat, and we got to lay hands on the 336 Dark at SHOT earlier this year. (Photo: Chris Eger/Guns.com)
The company's lever gun line is also popular with the overseas customer base, and Ruger had its Marlin line on hand at the recent IWA Outdoor Classic Show in Germany. (Photo: Chris Eger/Guns.com)
The MSRP on the 336 Dark in .30-30 is $1,429 while the 1894 SBL in .44 Mag is $1,529.
Of note, the 336 Dark was a hit with fans back when it was in production, so it will surely be a welcome addition to Ruger's growing Marlin line.
