Henry Big Boy Model X - 357 or 44??

[Horsewright]

I have read that the velocity of the .357 round peaks from the 16" barrel and it does make sense. The shortest barrel in .357 that I have is my Marlin 1894c (18.5 I think). They're a couple advantages having a longer barrel. The longer sight radius helps me a lot, lord knows I need all the help I can get. Also, the longer barrel means longer mag tubes which mean more ammo .. again, I need all the help I can get

To echo this. A while back we were looking at the Henry Carbines in .357 with the 16.5" bbl, very seriously. 7 rounds is what it holds. For pure portability reasons that is only one more than a regular revolver, the same as some and one less than some revolvers these days. Now we'll probably still get one as the wife is looking for a shorter saddle gun and they are cool as heck. But there ya go.

[pd5190]

I got the Big boy in 357 several years ago. and have added a few more Henry's along the line. And of course after I get mine they start adding the side loading gate. But the 357 goes well with all my other 357/38 revolvers. I have sworn I will not add another caliber to my collection. Which ever you choose you will enjoy it.

[pennstater]

I got the Big boy in 357 several years ago. and have added a few more Henry's along the line. And of course after I get mine they start adding the side loading gate. But the 357 goes well with all my other 357/38 revolvers. I have sworn I will not add another caliber to my collection. Which ever you choose you will enjoy it.

Do you have a .45 Colt rifle?

MLC

[200Apples]

I have read that the velocity of the .357 round peaks from the 16" barrel and it does make sense. The shortest barrel in .357 that I have is my Marlin 1894c (18.5 I think). They're a couple advantages having a longer barrel. The longer sight radius helps me a lot, lord knows I need all the help I can get. Also, the longer barrel means longer mag tubes which mean more ammo .. again, I need all the help I can get

To echo this. A while back we were looking at the Henry Carbines in .357 with the 16.5" bbl, very seriously. 7 rounds is what it holds. For pure portability reasons that is only one more than a regular revolver, the same as some and one less than some revolvers these days. Now we'll probably still get one as the wife is looking for a shorter saddle gun and they are cool as heck. But there ya go.

I consider the both of you personal friends, so you will please excuse the following bit o' humor that follows...

"Having more [than however-many] rounds is great if you plan on missing a lot".

[splithoof]

"Having more [than however-many] rounds is great if you plan on missing a lot".

[Horsewright]

I consider the both of you personal friends, so you will please excuse the following bit o' humor that follows...

"Having more [than however-many] rounds is great if you plan on missing a lot".

[d33pt]

And I just saw that they came out with the steel carbine in side loading. Guess I need a new rifle.

[FNGGlock]

Thx for the suggestions. Took a while but finally got my X in 357 magnum over the weekend. Now time to go test it out.

The action is really smooth and the trigger felt pretty good too. Will know more after some range time.

Was able to get some 357 ammo as well, a bit more pricey than 9mm/45 or 223 though. At least there is availability, but typically around $1 per round for FMJ (a little less, but still). AT least will shoot slower with a lever than a semi

[Dirtlaw]

Do you own a 357 or 44? Get one in the same caliber. While I have both calibers I want a Big Boy Carbine in 44Mag to better match the look of my Ruger Super Blackhawk.

PS - scopes on lever actions look lame.

Looks aren't everything. I drive an old pickup. It does what I need.

[golfish]

Thx for the suggestions. Took a while but finally got my X in 357 magnum over the weekend. Now time to go test it out.

The action is really smooth and the trigger felt pretty good too. Will know more after some range time.

Was able to get some 357 ammo as well, a bit more pricey than 9mm/45 or 223 though. At least there is availability, but typically around $1 per round for FMJ (a little less, but still). AT least will shoot slower with a lever than a semi

Got to love a 357 out of a 16" barrel. IMO, it's the best overall round for a pistol cal lever gun. Please give us a range report

[pzbike]

Any opinions/experience with Colt 45, in a lever gun?

[golfish]

Any opinions/experience with Colt 45, in a lever gun?

I've got a Winchester model 92 in 45 Long Colt. It's a fun gun to shoot. The 92 action can handle some pretty hot loads too.

[pennstater]

Any opinions/experience with Colt 45, in a lever gun?

Yes. Have one [lever gun] in said caliber, a Henry and two Italian 1873 replicas in same. All take two different loads with good accuracy.8.0-8.5gr Unique or 7.2gr Universal, both with 250 gr lrnfp bullets. Outstanding guns to desert plink with. The revolvers are a Pietta "Gun Fighter", other is a Uberti/Taylpr;s "Old Randall" with Taylor"s tuned trigger work.

[pzbike]

Thank you Gentlemen,
I have .357M, and 45LC revolvers. Thinking about a lever gun, and considering either caliber. Considering my self-control issues, I should do both as they come available 😃

[pennstater]

Thank you Gentlemen,
I have .357M, and 45LC revolvers. Thinking about a lever gun, and considering either caliber. Considering my self-control issues, I should do both as they come available 😃

I like the way you think.

MLC