Description
There is something about a case-hardened receiver that stops people in their tracks, and the Henry H010GCC delivers the real deal. The swirling blues, browns, and golds on the frame and fore-end cap come from a genuine case-hardening process, which means no two rifles wear exactly the same pattern. Yours will be one of a kind. Pair that with a 22-inch blued octagon barrel and deeply checkered American walnut, and you have a .45-70 that looks like it walked straight out of the 1880s while running like a modern Henry.
Side Gate Loading Done the Henry Way
This rifle gives you both loading options in one package. Top off the 4-round tubular magazine through the side gate like a classic lever gun, or pull the removable inner tube to unload without cycling live rounds through the action. It is a genuinely useful setup at the range and in the field, and it is one of the features that has made the Side Gate line so popular. An in-hammer transfer bar safety keeps things simple with no crossbolt breaking up the lines of the receiver.
A .45-70 Built for the Field
The .45-70 Government has been putting big animals down for 150 years, and it is still a favorite for deer, hogs, black bear, elk, and moose inside 100 to 150 yards. The 1:20 twist barrel wears a fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with a diamond insert and a brass bead up front, and the receiver comes drilled and tapped if you would rather run glass. At 8.1 pounds with a ventilated rubber recoil pad and a 14-inch length of pull, it soaks up recoil better than you might expect from this cartridge, and the large loop lever cycles easily even with gloves on.
Why the Henry H010GCC Earns a Spot in the Safe
Sling swivel studs come standard, the fit and finish are what Henry has built its reputation on, and it is made in America. Whether you want a woods rifle with serious character or a showpiece that still earns its keep during hunting season, this one checks both boxes.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: H010GCC
- UPC: 619835100177
- Caliber: .45-70 Government
- Action: Lever Action, Large Loop
- Capacity: 4 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 22" Blued Octagon
- Rate of Twist: 1:20
- Overall Length: 41.1"
- Weight: 8.1 lbs
- Receiver Finish: Color Case Hardened Steel
- Stock: Checkered American Walnut, Pistol Grip
- Front Sight: Brass Bead
- Rear Sight: Fully Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn with Diamond Insert
- Optics Ready: Receiver Drilled and Tapped (Weaver 63B)
- Safety: In-Hammer Transfer Bar
- Length of Pull: 14"
What’s Included
- Henry H010GCC Color Case Hardened Side Gate rifle
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a scope on the Henry H010GCC?
Yes. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory and accepts a Weaver 63B style base, so adding a scope or other optic is straightforward. The adjustable semi-buckhorn rear and brass bead front sights work great if you prefer to keep it traditional.
How does the side gate and tube magazine combo work?
You get the best of both systems. Load or top off the magazine through the side gate on the receiver like a classic lever gun, and when you are done, pull the removable inner magazine tube to unload without running live rounds through the action. It makes emptying the rifle at the end of a hunt quick and painless.
Is the .45-70 too much recoil in this rifle?
It is a stout cartridge, but this rifle handles it well. At 8.1 pounds with a ventilated rubber recoil pad, the H010GCC tames standard loads noticeably better than lighter carbines. Recoil with traditional pressure ammo is very manageable, while hotter loads will let you know they mean business.
Will every Henry Color Case Hardened receiver look the same?
No, and that is part of the appeal. The finish on the receiver and fore-end cap comes from a genuine case-hardening process, so the color patterns are unique to each rifle. No two come out of the shop looking identical.





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