Henry big boy question

[RyanJames170]

I am looking to get a henry big boy in 45 colt and i was curious in addition to feeding 45 colt if it would be able to feed 45 cowboy special?

[Misery-Whip]

My BBS 357 feeds 38s fine, doesnt like swc in either case. Round flats feed the best. Holds 12 intead of 10.

Would have to try it to know.

[CastingFool]

All I feed through my BBS 45 colt is either the Lee 452-200 rf or the 452-255 rf. Same nose profile, so no problems there. Is there a difference between the 45 cowboy special and the regular 45 colt?

[RyanJames170]

All I feed through my BBS 45 colt is either the Lee 452-200 rf or the 452-255 rf. Same nose profile, so no problems there. Is there a difference between the 45 cowboy special and the regular 45 colt?

Case length it’s about .890” long vs the 45 colts 1.285”

[CastingFool]

Thanks for the explanation, Ryan.

[RyanJames170]

Thanks for the explanation, Ryan.

The only reason i was curious is I use the brass in a S&W 455 webley revolver and wanted to be able to also use the ammo I load in the rifle for range plinking as the loads are lighter

[bedbugbilly]

I don't have one in 45 Colt (I have a 357) - but I am familiar with the 45 cowboy brass as well as 45 Colt and 45 Schofield.

My guess is that the Henry BB will not feed the 45 Cowboy brass. You might be wise to give Henry a call and talk with them about it to see what they have to say before you lay your money down on the table.