Description
The Henry Classic 44 Mag is a rifle chambered in 44 Mag with a 16.5-inch barrel and a 8+1 capacity. It has a Blued Steel receiver, an American Walnut stock, and Brass Bead front and Fully Adj. Semi-Buckhorn w/ Diamond Insert rear sights.
Henry Classic 44 Mag Overview
The Big Boy line brings Henry’s smooth lever action to pistol-caliber and big-bore cartridges, pairing classic western lines with modern manufacturing. Many owners pair a Big Boy with a revolver in the same caliber. Henry builds its firearms in the USA and backs them with a strong warranty and well-regarded customer service.
Design and Features
This version uses a Round Blued Steel barrel measuring 16.5 inches with a 1:20 rate of twist. The receiver is finished in Blued Steel. The stock is American Walnut with a Checkered Straight Grip design. Extras include Swivel Studs, Side Gate. For optics, the receiver offers Drilled and Tapped.
Handling in the Field
Henry lever guns are light, slim, and balanced, so they carry easily in the woods and come up to the shoulder quickly. With a 8-round capacity you have plenty on hand for a day of hunting or plinking. Most Henry rifles load through a tube in the magazine, which is simple and safe: you never have to cycle live rounds through the action to unload.
Action and Trigger
The lever cycles smoothly with a short throw, and the trigger is crisp for a lever gun. The safety is a transfer bar (half-cock) design; Henry’s transfer bar system means the rifle will not fire unless the trigger is pulled.
Sights and Optics
It comes with Brass Bead front and Fully Adj. Semi-Buckhorn w/ Diamond Insert rear sights. The receiver is set up for optics (Drilled and Tapped), so you can add a scope or red dot if you prefer.
The 44 Mag Cartridge
The 44 Mag offers a good balance of power, accuracy, and recoil for its intended use.
Setup and Accessories
Start with a quality optic and solid rings or a mount, then add a sling for carrying and a bipod or shooting bag for steady rests. Test a few loads for accuracy and settle on the one your rifle likes best. A hard case protects your investment on the way to the range or the field.
Ownership Tips
Read the owner manual fully before your first range trip, and keep the manual, box, and receipt with your records for warranty service and resale. Unload the rifle and confirm it is empty before cleaning. Field-strip it according to the owner manual, scrub the bore with a brush and patches, and wipe carbon from the bolt face and chamber. Apply a light coat of quality gun oil to the contact points, and wipe the exterior with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
Product Notes
Some gallery photos come from Henry’s product page for this model family and may show another caliber of the same rifle; the finish and furniture are the same.
State Laws
Magazine capacity limits, feature restrictions, and transfer rules vary by state and locality. Check your local laws before ordering, and ask your receiving dealer if you are unsure whether this configuration is legal where you live.
Specifications
- Model: H12 Classic Rifle & Carbine
- Model Number: H012GR
- Caliber: .44 Magnum/.44 Spl
- Capacity: 8 Rounds
- Barrel: 16.5″, Round Blued Steel
- Rate of Twist: 1:20
- Overall Length: 34″
- Weight: 6.59 lbs.
- Receiver Finish: Blued Steel
- Stock: American Walnut, Checkered Straight Grip
- Sights: Brass Bead front and Fully Adj. Semi-Buckhorn w/ Diamond Insert rear
- Optics: Drilled and Tapped
- Length of Pull: 14″
- Safety: Transfer Bar
- Extras: Swivel Studs, Side Gate
- UPC: 619835200426
Before You Buy
Federal law requires firearms bought online to ship to a licensed dealer, and buyers must be 18 or older to buy a rifle from a dealer. We ship to the FFL dealer of your choice, and your dealer handles the background check and transfer.
Who It Is For
The Henry Classic 44 Mag is a great fit for hunters and target shooters who want an accurate, dependable rifle from Henry Repeating Arms.
Buy the Henry Classic 44 Mag at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Henry Classic 44 Mag online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more rifles. For factory details, visit Henry Repeating Arms.
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