I decided to stop by one of the local shops tonite on the way home from work. Mmmm, he just had to show me a new consignment that had come in. Model 1895 Marlin 45-70. It appears to be about 80%. It has one of those safety things on it. He stated that it was a limited edition. It has a 24 inch barrel that is half round, half octagonal. He stated it was manufactured around 2003. It also has a full length mag tube. I don't know a lot about Marlins, he has a price of $725.00 on it. Any help. I have kinda been looking for a lever 45-70...Just because, but don't know if this is a good deal or not. Any info/advice would really help. Thanks in advance.