Henry Big Boy Brass Side Gate .357 Mag Lever-Action Rifle – 20" Octagon Barrel, Polished Brass Receiver, 10-Round
Henry’s Big Boy Brass Side Gate pairs timeless lines with modern function, giving shooters a classic 1860-style octagon-barrel rifle that feeds through both a side loading gate and a removable magazine tube. Chambered in .357 Mag, it delivers low-recoil versatility for range work, hunting, or sharing ammo with compatible revolvers. A mirror-bright brass receiver, American walnut furniture, and fully adjustable iron sights make this U.S-built lever gun stand out on the rack and in the field.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle shows a few minor surface scratches and small handling marks, but no deep dings or finish loss. The bore is bright, and the brass receiver maintains a strong polished luster.
What’s Included
- Original box
- Paperwork
The dual-feed system is the Big Boy Brass Side Gate’s signature feature, allowing quick topping-off through the loading gate while retaining the easy-clean magazine tube Henry owners appreciate. This flexibility makes it simple to keep the rifle ready in the field or clear it safely at the bench.
Its 20-inch octagon steel barrel nods to Henry’s Civil War-era heritage while adding rigidity for consistent accuracy. The 1:16 right-hand twist stabilizes a broad range of .357 Mag and .38 Spl loads, and the integral brass bead front sight teams with an adjustable semi-buckhorn rear for fast alignment.
The polished hardened-brass receiver resists corrosion and can be re-polished to maintain its shine. A transfer-bar safety lets you carry the rifle with a loaded chamber and hammer down, and the external hammer offers the positive manual control lever-gun enthusiasts expect.
American walnut stocks with a straight grip and uncheckered finish keep the handling traditional while providing a 14.5-inch length of pull that fits most shooters. With its 10-round tubular magazine, low perceived recoil, and all-USA manufacture, this Henry balances collectible appeal with everyday shootability.