I received a Marlin Rifle patented October 11, 1887-April 2,1889 with a 28 in barrel, serial # 93953 and .38-W on top of barrel and is lever action .
I'd like to know the caliber and type of ammo used?
Marlin 1889 Rifle
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Re: Marlin 1889 Rifle
.38-40 WCF ammo. A bit tough to find factory ammo for, and most who shoot it much reload with cast lead bullet loads. It will shoot BP, or mild smokeless loads equally well. Here's a couple examples:
https://www.midwayusa.com/38-40-wcf/br?cid=7544
https://www.midwayusa.com/38-40-wcf/br?cid=7544
Marlin lever actions 1870's-WWI, Ballards, and single shot rifles!