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Henry Big Boy Steel Side Gate .44 Mag Lever Action Rifle 20″ 10+1

UPC: 619835200266

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Description

Henry took the classic Big Boy formula and gave it the feature people asked about for years: a side loading gate. This one keeps the removable tube magazine too, so you can top off through the gate like a traditional lever gun or drop the inner tube to unload without cycling live rounds through the action. It is a genuinely useful setup, and once you get used to having both, it is hard to go back.

Why the Steel Big Boy Side Gate Makes Sense in the Field

The steel-framed version trims a good chunk of weight compared to the brass Big Boy, landing right around 7 pounds. That matters when you are carrying it through timber all day. The 20 inch round blued barrel wrings real velocity out of .44 Magnum, pushing it well past what you would see from a revolver and putting it squarely in deer and hog territory inside 100 to 150 yards. It also runs .44 Special for soft-shooting range days, and pairing it with a wheelgun in the same caliber simplifies your ammo situation nicely.

Walnut, Sights, and That Henry Action

The American walnut stock and forend wear deep, crisp checkering that gives you a solid grip in wet or cold conditions, and the straight wrist keeps the lines traditional. Up top you get a fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with a diamond insert and a brass bead front, a combination that is quick to pick up in low light. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so mounting a scope or red dot is a simple weekend project. Sling swivel studs and a rubber recoil pad round it out, and that pad does noticeable work with full-power magnum loads.

Living With the Henry Big Boy Steel .44 Mag

With 10 rounds of .44 Mag in the tube and Henry's trademark slick lever throw, this rifle covers a lot of ground: whitetail in thick cover, hogs, ranch duty, or just burning through a box of Specials on a Saturday. The transfer bar safety means no manual switches to fumble with, just cock the hammer and go. It is a working rifle with classic looks, built in the USA, and backed by a company known for standing behind their guns.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Henry Repeating Arms
  • Model: Big Boy Steel Side Gate
  • Manufacturer Part Number: H012G
  • UPC: 619835200266
  • Caliber: .44 Magnum / .44 Special
  • Action: Lever Action
  • Capacity: 10+1
  • Barrel Length: 20" Round Blued Steel
  • Twist Rate: 1:20 RH
  • Overall Length: 37.5"
  • Weight: 7 lbs
  • Stock: Checkered American Walnut, Straight Grip
  • Sights: Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn Rear, Brass Bead Front
  • Receiver: Blued Steel, Drilled and Tapped
  • Safety: Transfer Bar
  • Buttpad: Rubber Recoil Pad

What’s Included

  • Henry Big Boy Steel Side Gate rifle
  • Removable inner magazine tube (installed)
  • Owner's manual

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Henry Big Boy Steel Side Gate shoot .44 Special as well as .44 Magnum?

Yes, it is chambered for both .44 Magnum and .44 Special. The Specials are a great choice for lighter recoil during plinking sessions or introducing newer folks to the rifle, while full-power magnums handle hunting duty. Just note that point of impact can shift between the two loads, so confirm your zero with whatever you plan to hunt with.

What is the advantage of having both a side gate and a removable tube magazine?

The side gate lets you top off the magazine quickly without breaking your grip or taking the rifle out of action. The removable inner tube lets you unload safely by dumping rounds out the front instead of cycling every live cartridge through the chamber. Most lever guns give you one or the other, and this Henry gives you both.

Can I mount a scope on the Big Boy Steel Side Gate?

Yes, the receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so you can add a scope base and mount a traditional scope or a red dot. Many owners run a low-power variable or a compact red dot, which pairs well with the practical range of .44 Magnum. The iron sights work great as-is if you prefer to keep it classic.

Is the Henry Big Boy Steel Side Gate a good deer rifle?

Absolutely, within its effective range. A 20 inch barrel adds significant velocity to .44 Magnum over a handgun, making it a solid performer on whitetail and hogs out to around 100 to 150 yards. Its handy 37.5 inch overall length and 7 pound weight make it easy to maneuver in blinds, brush, and thick timber.

Additional information

UPC

619835200266

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

H012G

Action

ATF Type

RIFLE

Barrel Length

20''

Caliber/Gauge

.44 Magnum

Capacity

10+1

Color

Blue

Length

37.5''

Model

Package Height

2.0

Package Width

6.6

Product Type

Lever Action

Safety

Transfer Bar

Shipping Weight

7.85

Sights

Adjustable Rear/Bead Front

Sights Type

Adjustable Sights

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