Marlin Firearms 1895 CBA Big Bore .45-70 Govt. Blued Lever Action Rifle

A: Yes, it has an octagon barrel.

A: Albert, this rifle has an Octagonal Barrel with Ballard Type-Rifling. (Specifications and Features): - .45-70 Government - 18.5" Barrel - 1:20" twist - Ballard type rifling - 6 Rounds - Brown laminate stock with cut checkering - Hammer block safety - Semi buckhorn rear sight - Wide Scan hooded front sight - Mar Shield finish - Drilled and tapped receiver - Recoil pad - 37" length - 6.75 lbs - Blued finish .

A: Hi Albert, Yes it has a Octagonal Barrel with Ballard Type-Rifling. SPECS: - .45-70 Government - 18.5" Barrel - 1:20" twist - Ballard type rifling - 6 Rounds - Brown laminate stock with cut checkering - Hammer block safety - Semi buckhorn rear sight - Wide Scan hooded front sight - Mar Shield finish - Drilled and tapped receiver - Recoil pad - 37" length - 6.75 lbs - Blued finish .

A: Yes it has a Octagonal Barrel with Ballard Type-Rifling. SPECS: - .45-70 Government - 18.5" Barrel - 1:20" twist - Ballard type rifling - 6 Rounds - Brown laminate stock with cut checkering - Hammer block safety - Semi buckhorn rear sight - Wide Scan hooded front sight - Mar Shield finish - Drilled and tapped receiver - Recoil pad - 37" length - 6.75 lbs - Blued finish .

A: yes it is drilled and tapped see ******* UPC: 026495010362 Description: MAR 1895 CBA 45-70 LVR 18.5 B Brand: Marlin Model: 1895 CBA Type: Rifle: Lever Action Caliber: 45-70 Finish: Blue Action: Lever Action Stock: Walnut, Satin Finish, Straight Grip Sight: FT: Marble's Carbine RR: Adj. Semi-Buckhorn Barrel Length: 18.5 Weight: 7 Lbs Capacity: 6+1 Safety: Hammer Block Safety Receiver: Blue Steel, *********Drilled and Tapped Features: Octagonal Barrel, Tubular Magazine; Ballard Type-Rifling, Solid Top Receiver

A: Yes, it is drilled and Tapped. The mount needed is : https://www.walmart.com/ip/MIDWEST-MARLIN-336-1894-95-1PC-RAIL/136470831?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=8540&adid=22222222227066745788&wmlspartner=wmtlabs&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=170945774807&wl4=pla-277379242264&wl5=9009729&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=115787242&wl11=online&wl12=136470831&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIicyvnI2B3wIVCtbACh0hiQ4iEAQYAiABEgJKRvD_BwE

A: yes it is drilled and tapped see ******* UPC: 026495010362 Description: MAR 1895 CBA 45-70 LVR 18.5 B Brand: Marlin Model: 1895 CBA Type: Rifle: Lever Action Caliber: 45-70 Finish: Blue Action: Lever Action Stock: Walnut, Satin Finish, Straight Grip Sight: FT: Marble's Carbine RR: Adj. Semi-Buckhorn Barrel Length: 18.5 Weight: 7 Lbs Capacity: 6+1 Safety: Hammer Block Safety Receiver: Blue Steel, *********Drilled and Tapped Features: Octagonal Barrel, Tubular Magazine; Ballard Type-Rifling, Solid Top Receiver

A: the receiver is drilled and tapped for a scope or receiver mounted peep sights but not for a side mounted peep sight please verify this with Marlin https://www.marlinfirearms.com/contact

A: Reggie, this rifle has a Semi Buckhorn Rear Sight, Wide Scan hooded front sight with a Drilled and tapped receiver. I would confirm the side drill/tap for side Peep Sight with Marlin at Gun Service & Consumer Service Dept: 1-800-544-8892 -- (https://www.google.com/search?q=marlin+1895+side+peep+sight&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiH3-GvnrffAhUsmuAKHepRC-wQ_AUIDygC&biw=1280&bih=618#imgrc=QJ6KhH_PBzWz4M:)

A: Charles, yes Sir. This rifle includes an 18.5" Octagon Barrel with 1:20 Twist.

A: Charles, the wood is just standard. Here are some better quality photos : ----- https://www.google.com/search?q=Marlin+1895+Cowboy+.45-70+18%22+Barrel&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwi6h57IpZHiAhWQo1kKHS4yD20Q_AUIDygC&biw=1920&bih=938#imgdii=Q4mZr8MmoxK7EM:&imgrc=r1BlTapeuA3ZTM: ----------- https://www.google.com/search?q=Marlin+1895+Cowboy+.45-70+18%22+Barrel&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwi6h57IpZHiAhWQo1kKHS4yD20Q_AUIDygC&biw=1920&bih=938#imgrc=r1BlTapeuA3ZTM:

A: Hi Rickey, Here are some better pictures of the Wood. gunsamerica.com/929873604/Marlin-1895-Cowboy-18-Octagon-45-70-Govt-70458.htm

A: Stephany, you are prudent in your concern. The recoil will be a bit much for a 14yr old.