Marlin Model 1897 "Texan", .22 short, long or long rifle cal. lever action carbine. Serial #98300371. Excellent condition. 98%++ gun that is nice and clean! Special limited run by Marlin with all of the old style "Texan" vintage features: 20" octagon barrel, straight grip stock, tall white accented buckhorn rear sight and tall post front sight with brass accent. Nice! Excellent bore. Wood is excellent with only a few marks. Hard butt. Receiver crossbolt safety. Special "Texan" markings and model designation on left side of barrel. Gunrunner West item.