Description
There is something about a color case hardened receiver that just does not photograph as well as it looks in person. Every one of these Big Boy carbines wears its own unique swirl of blues, browns, and golds against a deeply blued 16.5 inch octagon barrel and checkered American walnut, and no two come out of the box exactly alike. Henry built this one on their steel frame rather than the classic brass, which trims weight down to about 7.4 pounds and keeps it handy in a scabbard, behind the truck seat, or on your shoulder through thick timber.
Why the Side Gate Big Boy Carbine Works So Well
The big story here is loading flexibility. You get a traditional side loading gate for topping off the 7 round magazine on the fly, plus Henry's removable tube for unloading at the end of the day without cycling live rounds through the action. Chambered for .44 Magnum, it also digests .44 Special for lighter recoiling range sessions, and the 1:20 twist octagon barrel stabilizes the full spread of bullet weights you would realistically feed it. The large loop lever is more than a style choice too. It swings easy with gloves on during a cold weather hunt and gives bigger hands room to work the famously smooth Henry action.
Sights and Setup on the Color Case Hardened Carbine
From the factory you get a brass bead front paired with a fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear with a diamond insert, a proven combination for woods-range shooting. If you would rather run glass, the receiver comes drilled and tapped for Henry's BB-RSM scope mount, so a low powered scope or red dot is a quick weekend project. Swivel studs are already installed for a sling, a 14 inch length of pull fits most builds comfortably, and the solid rubber recoil pad takes the sting out of stout magnum loads. Transfer bar safety, 34.1 inch overall length, and enough punch for deer and hogs at practical distances. This is a carbine that earns its keep well beyond looking pretty in the safe.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Henry Repeating Arms
- Model: Big Boy Color Case Hardened Carbine Side Gate
- MPN: H012GRCC
- UPC: 619835200433
- Caliber: .44 Magnum / .44 Special
- Action: Lever Action
- Capacity: 7+1 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 16.5 in Octagon, Blued Steel
- Rate of Twist: 1:20
- Overall Length: 34.1 in
- Weight: 7.41 lbs
- Receiver Finish: Color Case Hardened Steel, Drilled and Tapped
- Stock: Checkered American Walnut, Straight Grip
- Sights: Brass Bead Front, Fully Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn Rear
- Length of Pull: 14 in
- Safety: Transfer Bar
What’s Included
- Henry Big Boy Color Case Hardened Carbine rifle
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Henry Big Boy Color Case Hardened Carbine shoot .44 Special?
Yes. This carbine is chambered for .44 Magnum and will safely run .44 Special as well. Specials are a great choice for relaxed plinking or new lever gun owners since they recoil noticeably lighter, while full house magnums handle hunting and heavier work.
Can I mount a scope on this Big Boy Carbine?
You can. The steel receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, and Henry's BB-RSM scope mount is the direct fit for this model. A low power scope or red dot pairs nicely with the .44 Mag's practical range, and the adjustable semi-buckhorn irons are there whenever you want to keep it classic.
How do you load and unload the Big Boy Side Gate Carbine?
This model gives you both options. Load through the side gate to top off the 7 round magazine quickly, or use the removable tube under the barrel. The tube is especially handy at the end of a hunt because you can empty the magazine without cycling live rounds through the action.
Will every Color Case Hardened Carbine receiver look the same?
No, and that is part of the appeal. The color case hardening process produces a one of a kind pattern of blues, golds, and browns on each receiver, so the exact swirl on yours will differ from the product photos. Think of it as a built-in bit of character you will not find on a standard blued or brass frame.





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