Henrys...

[Balthazar00]

I'd like to get some feedback on what you think about Henry lever-action rifles. I'm looking for a good all-around rifle for my property and have been eyeing the Henry 30-30 and the Golden Boy .45 Colt Long. I know that each one has its advantages and disadvantages (e.g., cost of ammunition, velocity FPS, etc.) I also realize that they are not a low cost rifle. I'm kind of an old-fashioned guy (not sure if that's a good thing or not!) and am not really attracted to the ARs, etc. I used to shoot a Marlin 30-30 from time to time (back in the 80s and early 90s) and really liked it. There's something about the lever-action I really like. I'm open to all feedback and opinions. It would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[GeauxLSU]

Only have one Henry. Big Boy Steel in .44 mag. I wanted it for hunting, so didn't want the shiny brass alloy and wanted a sling etc. I really couldn't be happier with it or the way it shoots. The ability to use .44 spcl is just a bonus.

 

[HVACGuy]

I have a .357 and I love it. If you want to plink, just use .38. Walmart has .357 mag perfecta for like $16 a box. I've used all kinds of ammo in it, zero issues ever. Amazing rifle, can't say enough good about it.

 

[HVACGuy]

My father sold two winchesters to buy one like mine, he liked it so much.

 

[Balthazar00]

Only have one Henry. Big Boy Steel in .44 mag. I wanted it for hunting, so didn't want the shiny brass alloy and wanted a sling etc. I really couldn't be happier with it or the way it shoots. The ability to use .44 spcl is just a bonus.

They now make an all-weather 30-30 and .45-70. Have you seen them? They're heavier than the blued ones, but lighter than the ones with the brass receivers and octagonal barrels.

 

[Balthazar00]

My father sold two winchesters to buy one like mine, he liked it so much.

I'm kind of leaning toward the 30-30 because of cost of ammunition, but I sure do like that Big Boy .45 Colt Long. It seems like there is extremely little recoil with the .45. I'm a big dude, so recoil is not a huge issue with me. I guess I just need to get off the pot and make a decision! LOL! I'm just having a hard time spending between $750 and $850 for it. I do like that it's made in America (brighter days... hopefully... for our country in the not-too-distant future.)

 

[rtross]

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[DixieDoug]

My father sold two winchesters to buy one like mine, he liked it so much.

I am his father and he is right. I have had Winchesters and Marlins and they don't compare to the Henry. The Henry has a very smooth lever action. I got the 357 because it has low recoil. The finish is beautiful too.

 

[HVACGuy]

I'm kind of leaning toward the 30-30 because of cost of ammunition, but I sure do like that Big Boy .45 Colt Long. It seems like there is extremely little recoil with the .45. I'm a big dude, so recoil is not a huge issue with me. I guess I just need to get off the pot and make a decision! LOL! I'm just having a hard time spending between $750 and $850 for it. I do like that it's made in America (brighter days... hopefully... for our country in the not-too-distant future.)

If you buy any lesser lever gun, you'll be disappointed. After a Henry, I have been ruined on all others. They are absolutely worth every penny

 

[bre_1983]

Henrys are a work of art.....you will love their rifles....super smooth action and accurate. And their customer service is second to none!!! Can't speak highly enough about them and their rifles.