24.5k Henry

[golfish]

I didn't see any post on this one so I thought that I would share what a 24.5k Henry looks like

https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/932921142/?utm_source=sourceknowledge&utm_medium=cpc

[bonesurf]

well I mean it is silver plated...

[Horsewright]

Thanks for sharing that. Beautiful rifle and beautiful leather work too!

[MongooseV8]

That is some amazing craftsmanship....too bad it went to a new Henry

[mygeaux]

Here's the rifle they auctioned last year for the Cody Firearms Museum, a Winchester 1895:

https://blog.galleryofguns.com/post/one-of-a-kind-125th-anniversary-winchester-1895

[Spyder]

Better.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/935025545

[golfish]

Better.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/935025545

That is so cool. I can only wish .

I should start playing the lotto..

What do you think that gun cost new ? I'm gonna guess and say $27.93

[DaveInOroValley]

I guess those just don’t do it for me. I much prefer utility over bling or even over a pretty much useless antique.

[bigbossman]

Better.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/935025545

That original Henry is very, very cool, and an important piece of American firearm history. I totally get why it commands that price, and why is is very desirable to advanced collectors. For me personally, I'd love to own it.....BUT....not being able to shoot it would be a real deal-breaker for me - Unless I was well-heeled, which I unfortunately am not.

My interests lie in Winchester lever guns, especially the 1892 model. I love those, and an content to spend my money on decent examples that can be enjoyed as intended.

[Spyder]

...BUT....not being able to shoot it would be a real deal-breaker for me - Unless I was well-heeled, which I unfortunately am not.

I can't afford that Henry, though I'd love to have it. But it IS perfectly shootable. 44 rimfire can be made at home with simple tools.

[bigbossman]

I can't afford that Henry, though I'd love to have it. But it IS perfectly shootable. 44 rimfire can be made at home with simple tools.

No kidding? Learn something new every day. Now I have to save up for a Winchester....... thanks.

[Spyder]

😁

Old rimfire stuff can be made by drilling a hole in the edge the rim and inserting a cut down 22 casing. 22 on the rim becomes the primer for the powder. The old 44 Henry I believe can be made out of 44 special casings.

I've got a Spencer sporting rifle I eventually plan to do just that with, so I can keep it alive!

https://www.rccbrass.com/product/56-50-spencer-rimfire/

I've got one of these too, same plan.

https://www.n-ssa.net/vbforum/showthread.php/13651-1862-Sharps-amp-Hankins-Navy-Carbine-Cartridge-Queston

[M1NM]

Price is not relevant to anything.

Bidders aren't buying the gun they are supporting the museum.

All proceeds to benefit the Cody Firearms Museum