Henry Big Boy Side Gate Carbine: Classic Lever Action Meets Modern Convenience

The Henry Big Boy Side Gate represents a thoughtful evolution of the classic American lever-action rifle. This .45 Colt carbine combines traditional aesthetics with practical features that make it equally at home on the trail or at the range.

Key Features

  • Dual Loading System: Henry's innovative side-loading gate allows you to top off the magazine without removing it, while the removable tube magazine enables safe, quick unloading when needed
  • Compact Carbine Profile: 16.5" round blued steel barrel with large-loop lever designed for gloved operation in cold weather
  • Quality Walnut Furniture: Genuine American walnut fore-end and straight-wrist stock with fine checkering for secure handling and classic appearance
  • Reliable Sighting: Semi-buckhorn rear sight (range-adjustable) and brass bead front sight for quick target acquisition
  • Safety First: Automatic in-hammer transfer bar safety prevents accidental discharge
  • Capacity: Seven rounds in the tube magazine

The Henry Difference

Henry rifles are built on a foundation of American gunmaking tradition. The Big Boy Side Gate carbine delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from a quality lever-action while offering modern conveniences that make shooting more enjoyable. Whether you're a collector, hunter, or sport shooter, this rifle represents excellent value in a proven platform.

The .45 Colt cartridge offers moderate recoil and proven stopping power, making this carbine suitable for hunting medium game and recreational shooting.

Features

  • swivel studs
  • side gate
  • checkered straight grip

Attributes

Action: Lever Action
Adjustable Objective: N/A
Barrel Description: Steel
Barrel Length: 16"
Barrel Length: 16.5"
Caliber: .45 Colt
Capacity: 7+1
Drilled And Tapped: No
Drilled And Tapped: Yes
Finish: Blue
Grip Type: American Walnut
Hand Orientation: Right Hand
Illuminated Reticle: No
Model: Big Boy Steel Carbine
Model Series: Big Boy
Overall Length: 34"
Receiver Description: Blued
Receiver Material: Steel
Safety: Transfer Bar
Scope Cover Included: Not Specified
Sights: Adjustable Sights
Sights: Front: Brass Bead, Rear: Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn
Sights: Front: Brass Bead, Rear: Semi-Buckhorn
Silencer Disassembly: Not Specified
Stock: Brown
Stock Description: American Walnut Wood Stock
Twist Rate: 1:16
Twist Rate: 1:38
Weight: 6-6.99 lbs
Weight: 6.59 lbs