Description
For years, Henry fans asked for one thing: a loading gate on the receiver. The Side Gate lever action is the answer, and it keeps the removable tube magazine too, so you get quick top-offs through the gate and a clean, safe way to unload without cycling live rounds through the action. In .45-70 Government, that combination sits under a rifle with serious authority on deer, hogs, black bear, and elk at woods ranges.
What Makes the Henry Side Gate .45-70 Stand Out
The hardened brass receiver is the showpiece here, polished bright and strong enough to handle the job, with matching brass buttplate and barrel band tying the whole look together. The American walnut stock and forend wear crisp, deep checkering that gives you a solid grip with gloves on or off. Underneath the good looks is a 19.8 inch round blued steel barrel with a 1:20 twist, a 4 round tube, and a transfer bar safety that lets you carry with the hammer down over a loaded chamber with confidence.
Sights and Optics on the H024-4570
Out of the box you get a fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with a diamond insert and a ramp front with a .062 inch ivory bead, a classic setup that's fast in timber and easy to pick up in low light. The receiver comes drilled and tapped for a Weaver 63B mount, so adding a low-power scope or a red dot is a simple weekend project if your eyes prefer glass. Sling swivel studs are already installed for hauling it into the stand.
A Working Rifle That Earns Wall Space
At 38.1 inches overall and just over 7 pounds, this Henry carries well and swings quick in tight cover. It's the kind of rifle that pulls double duty: a legitimate big game tool during the season and the one everybody asks about when the safe door opens. Fit and finish are what Henry has built its name on, and this one shows it.
Key Specifications
- Model Number (MPN): H024-4570
- UPC: 619835060471
- Caliber: .45-70 Government
- Action: Lever Action
- Capacity: 4 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 19.8" Round Blued Steel
- Rate of Twist: 1:20
- Overall Length: 38.1"
- Weight: 7.09 lbs
- Receiver: Polished Hardened Brass, Drilled & Tapped
- Rear Sight: Fully Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn w/ Diamond Insert
- Front Sight: Ramp w/ .062" Ivory Bead
- Scope Mount Type: Weaver 63B
- Stock: Checkered American Walnut, Straight Grip
- Length of Pull: 14"
- Safety: Transfer Bar
What’s Included
- Henry Side Gate Lever Action Rifle H024-4570
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I load the Henry Side Gate through the gate and the tube?
Yes, and that's the whole appeal of this model. You can feed rounds through the side loading gate to top off quickly in the field, or load through the removable tube magazine like a traditional Henry. The tube also makes unloading simple and safe since you never have to cycle live rounds through the action.
Is the .45-70 Side Gate scope ready?
It is. The brass receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory and accepts a Weaver 63B scope mount, which you'll pick up separately. A low-power variable or a red dot pairs nicely with .45-70 at typical hunting distances. The factory semi-buckhorn and ivory bead sights work great on their own if you prefer irons.
What game is the Henry H024-4570 suited for?
The .45-70 Government is a proven big-bore round for deer, hogs, black bear, elk, and even moose at woods ranges, generally inside 150 yards or so with iron sights. The 19.8 inch barrel and 7 pound weight make it quick handling in thick cover and comfortable in a stand or on a stalk.
Does the brass receiver hold up like steel?
Henry's hardened brass is engineered with yield and tensile strength comparable to steel, so it's more than just a pretty face. It handles the .45-70 chambering without issue. The main thing to know is that polished brass will develop a patina over time unless you wipe it down now and then, which some owners consider part of the charm.





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