Henry offers three models, with the Octagon being the most visually striking of the lot. The fit of the metal and wood is tight, and the finish is even and well applied. Posted on 01/23/2018 8:17:18 AM PST by w1n1
Henry offers three models, with the Octagon being the most visually striking of the lot. The fit of the metal and wood is tight, and the finish is even and well applied.
A 22-inch blued octagonal barrel is installed on a brass receiver, with brass buttplate on a straight-grip stock of quality walnut completing the first impression. Weighing in at about 8 pounds, the rifle feels substantial without appearing heavy. For field carry, it comes with sling swivel studs already installed.
The magazine tube holds four cartridges and loads from a port underneath, the same as Henry’s rimfire rifles. While slower than gate loading, this approach is easier on the shooter’s fingers and doesn’t damage soft bullet points. And, considering the power of the .45-70 cartridge, 4+1 capacity is generally sufficient.
WHILE HISTORIC .45-70 LOADS used bullets in the 405- to 500-grain range, most modern hunting ammunition is 300 grains. Loads such as Winchester and Federal with expanding bullets develop velocities in the high 1,800s, and recoil is correspondingly brisk. For this reason, a slipon recoil pad is a recommended accessory. Read the rest of the best lever action rifle Henry here.
That is pretty wild. I bet one of those rifles is one you have.
Cool, thanks for the visual. I’ll check it out, FRiend.
The Henry’s tube loading is a big NO for me. I prefer the Marlin or Winchester design, rather than the almost-muzzleloader Henry.
I like my Henry .22. It will fire .22 short, .22long or .2 lr. It is fun and I can shoot all day for a few dollars.
I love my Winchester 33.30 and prefer it’s side loading. But when I go out on the ranch for some plinking I generally take the Henry.
“I have a serious jones on for the Henry in .357, since I already have pistols and reloading gear in that caliber.”
Nothing wrong with the Henrys, but the one I would like is this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjxKI3eURRw Or, longer barrel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPMS8l5QiCg
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