The Ruger-manufactured Marlin Dark Series has been completely redesigned, bringing a modern look to the classic Marlin lever action. It is packed with new features to provide consumers with more function and versatility and for the first time, the mid-sized finger lever has a unique flare on the bottom for more comfortable cycling.
- Receiver, lever and trigger guard plate are CNC machined in alloy steel
 - Cold hammer-forged barrel
 - Threaded barrel with factory-installed match-polished radial muzzle break
 - Bolt and Lever feature a nitride finish
 - Nylon-reinforced polymer stock with M-LOK attachment slots
 - Cheek riser included
 - Picatinny rail
 - Flush cup sockets for QD sling swivels
 - Mid-sized finger lever had a unique flare on the bottom
 
| Stock | Nylon Reinforced Polymer | 
| Material | Alloy Steel | 
| Finish | Satin Black | 
| Front Sight | Fiber Optic with Tritium Ring | 
| Rear Sight | Adjustable Ghost Ring | 
| Weight | 6.9 - 7.0 lbs. | 
| Length of Pull | 13.50" | 
| Thread Pattern | 
 5/8"-24 11/16"-24 (45-70 Govt)  | 
| Twist | 
 1:20" RH 1:11" RH (30-30 Win)  |