Correct antique tang sight for early Marlin 1893

Vince Greaves

July 16, 2015 06:29

I have a 50% deposit on a 1st year production Marlin 1893(#99554) in .38-55 98% condition, tight action, shiny sharp-edged bore.

What is the period correct antique marbles tang sight to add to this pre-1899 piece? Thanks.

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  charliemeyer007

  July 16, 2015 06:47

  In a Lyman tang sight you will be looking for one marked "J" or perhaps "JA". Be prepared for sticker shock.
  
  A sprit level front globe sight too perhaps.
  
  http://www.vintagesights.com/apps/blog/entries/show/4339619-lyman-sight-code

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  Bert H.

  July 16, 2015 07:32

  Vince,
  
  Marbles did not make its first tang sight until 1903. If you want a correct period tang sight, it will need to be a Lyman.

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  MG1890

  July 16, 2015 17:51

  And a Lyman #1 or #2, no "A"'s. The "A" denotes a locking lever on the base.
  
  Can you letter this Marlin? IMO, leave it like it came from the factory. 98% guns are rare.

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