This is a Ruger-made Marlin 1895 SBL lever-action rifle in .45-70 Govt, built out by Madpig Customs in their Thumper package. It’s set up as a short, hard-hitting carbine for hunting heavy game in close cover, riding in the truck, or carrying in the backcountry. It’s in like-new condition and has spent its life in the safe.

Key Features

  • Madpig Customs Thumper package
  • 14.5″ barrel with permanently attached Comet muzzle device (16″ OAL barrel)
  • Standard Title I rifle, no NFA paperwork required
  • OD green and black finish
  • Full-length M-LOK handguard
  • Full-length top rail with ghost ring rear aperture
  • Hoptic Quiver side-saddle for .45-70
  • Gray laminate stock with QD sling cup
  • Sling included

Performance & Use

The Thumper package is built around one idea: get a .45-70 lever gun as short and handy as it can legally be without making it an NFA item. Cutting the barrel to 14.5″ and permanently attaching the Comet device gives a 16″ barrel. The rifle handles noticeably quicker than a standard-length 1895. It’s easier to swing in thick brush, easier to get in and out of a vehicle, and easier to carry all day.

The M-LOK handguard runs nearly to the muzzle. That gives you room for a weapon light, sling points, or other accessories without crowding your support hand. The top rail lets you mount a red dot or scout-style optic, and the factory ghost ring rear aperture stays in place. You can run it on irons or mounted glass.

The Hoptic Quiver keeps spare rounds on the left side of the rifle where you can reach them fast. That matters on a gun with a tubular magazine, where topping off quickly counts.

.45-70 is a heavy-hitting cartridge, and this is a working rifle for people who know what they’re getting into. It’s well suited to elk, hogs, and bear, and to use as a defensive tool in country where large animals are a real concern.

Custom Thumper builds from Madpig currently carry about a 12-month lead time. This rifle is finished, in hand, and ready to go.

Intended Use

  • Hunting
  • Truck Gun
  • Backpack Rifle
  • Range Use
  • Recreational Shooting

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Marlin (Ruger production)
  • Custom Work: Madpig Customs – Thumper package
  • Model: 1895 SBL
  • Caliber: .45-70 Govt
  • Action: Lever
  • Barrel Length: 14.5″ with permanently attached Comet muzzle device (16″ OAL)
  • Finish: OD green and black
  • Handguard: Full-length M-LOK
  • Sights: Ghost ring rear aperture, top rail
  • Stock: Gray laminate
  • Included: Hoptic Quiver (.45-70), sling
  • Condition: Like new

Closing

This 1895 SBL has already been through Madpig’s build process and is ready to put to work. You get a compact, capable big-bore lever gun without the year-long wait for a custom build.

Ammunition shown in photos is for display only and is not included.

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