Marlin's pistol-caliber lever gun competing directly with the Winchester 1892. Solid-top receiver was Marlin's key advantage for scope mounting. Type: Rifle Action: Lever-Action Caliber: .44-40 WCF Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1894, USA Weight: 7.5 oz Overall length: 41.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Collector, Cowboy Action