Custom-tuned Marlin 1895 Guide Gun chambered in .45-70 Government, finished in stainless steel with a large-loop lever. Built for extreme durability in field conditions, this rifle was accurized by Lars Wood with a smooth action and crisp trigger. Equipped with a Brockman’s sight and a Picatinny attachment point for accessories. Outfitted with a custom leather sling and a matching stock cover with cartridge loops. Branded by Wood as his “Survival Rifle,” it was optimized for heavy 540-grain loads, offering consistent accuracy out to 300 yards. A rugged stainless platform designed to endure harsh environments while maintaining the raw power of the .45-70.

All firearms in the Lars Wood collection were accurized and hand-tuned by Lars Wood, retired FFL/SOT gunsmith, semi-finalist in the 1987 U.S. Olympic pistol trials, and subject of the Flathead Beacon feature “Aiming for a World Record” (2017). Each firearm reflects Wood’s emphasis on precision, reliability, and practical performance. His revolvers feature upgraded Power Custom trigger components with enhanced internals, paired with premium adjustable sights, to deliver both rapid-fire consistency and exceptional accuracy. His rifles were tuned for smooth cycling, crisp triggers, and optimized performance with heavy hunting and survival loads. The .44 Magnum revolver noted in Wood’s training documentation served only as a reference platform and is not part of this auction.

Make Marlin
Caliber .45-70
Model 1895GS
Serial Number MR61465E
Attachments Picatinny Attachment Point