Henry Big Boy Mare's Leg Brass .357 Mag Lever-Action with Octagon Barrel, Large-Loop Lever
The Henry Big Boy Mare's Leg Brass stands out with its polished brass receiver and buttplate, compact 12.9-inch octagon barrel, and large-loop lever. This early configuration (model H006MML) is made in the USA and features a tubular magazine without a side loading gate, adjustable semi-buckhorn sights, and a saddle ring. The barrel is marked for both .357 Magnum and .38 Special, offering versatile chambering in the Big Boy series format.
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 firearm presents in great shape, with minor, superficial scratches and blemishes visible on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Henry Repeating Arms Big Boy Mare's Leg Brass .357 Mag lever-action firearm (Model H006MML)
The brass receiver and brass buttplate carry a polished finish that pairs cleanly with smooth walnut furniture. The stock features a pistol-style butt capped by a brass buttplate, and a matching walnut forend completes the classic Big Boy look. An external hammer and large-loop lever support confident manipulation.
The compact 12.9-inch blued-steel octagon barrel contributes to the Mare's Leg profile while keeping overall length to approximately 25 inches and weight to about 5.79 lb. Barrel markings read "HENRY REPEATING ARMS - BAYONNE, NJ - MADE IN USA" and "CALIBER .357 MAG. / .38 SPL."
Feeding is through a 5-round under-barrel tubular magazine with a knurled end-cap, providing a 5+1 capacity. This is the earlier configuration without a side loading gate and uses right-side ejection. A transfer-bar safety is incorporated for secure carry.
Target acquisition is straightforward with the adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight featuring a diamond insert and a brass-bead front sight. A saddle ring on the left side of the receiver adds a period-correct touch and carry option. The serial prefix BBML denotes the Mare's Leg series.