In fact, there are many who stand by the idea the Marlin lever-action rifle is the finest lever-action rifle ever conceived and set in blued steel. Took the removal of a burr on the ejector to make it eject reliably, but it's been a great performer since that, and it cost about $400. This M1892 lever action western carbine has been seen in many movies, but was first made famous in the Rifleman. Tex This Classic M1892 Lever Action Western Carbine has been seen in many movies, but was made famous in more modern times by actors such as the Duke (John Wayne) and by Chuck Connors for its use in "The Rifleman" TV Series Made of quality wood and metal, this replica Western rifle is sure to be a conversation piece as well as a unique decor accent. This lever action rifles are packed with features seen on other species of this new lever gun breed – black furniture, top Picatinny rail, wrapped large-loop lever, threaded barrel, full-length magazine, etc. Handy rifle, light and shoulders quickly. 7 Iconic Winchester Lever-Action Rifles for Your Collection One look at these seven Winchester lever-action rifle models and you'll risk getting bit the collector's bug. The custom made large loop is an exact replica of the one used on the TV series, "The Rifleman", starring Chuck Connors. Imperial Russia helped Winchester realize its largest military sales since the introduction of the lever-action rifle. That said, if price is an issue my first rifle in .357/.38 was a Puma Legacy 16" with large loop lever handle. It has a custom made large loop and a smoothed action, Very cool, very smooth, and very accurate. The looped lever and blued finish of this replica gun are unique eye-catchers. Rossi is catching up with the trend of black lever guns set by Marlin last year.For 2020, the company has introduced a new iteration of their R92 rifle called Triple Black. While Marlin Firearms was never strictly a “lever-gun” company, it produced its fair share of outright classics in the style and still does today. By This particular rifle is chambered in 45 Long Colt and has had about one box of shells through it and runs lake a champ.