Those look good. I think that the prices will drop quickly once in the market. Dealers will discount them some when they get them.
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Several on-line retailers are advertising them. The lowest price I have found so far is $314.87.
I'm sure they will be below $300 next spring. I am waiting to order a 45-70.
They show the price but no inventory yet.
http://gunsmidwest.com/product/henry...ot-45-70-blwd/
I check pretty often, I really want one of the 45-70's.
Good luck,
Steve in N CA
WOW, that just moved to the top of my list. Thank you for posting.
I like the looks and would prefer a rolling block....how strong to you think the action will be, in regards to 45-70? Pet Loads has three sections for the various strength of the actions.....My guess would be it would fall below the Ruger No. 1 and the Marlin 1895.
From what I've read, it's a really strong action. The question though is where it would be in relation to the break action. I think it would be above the break action.
Even among rifles of the same type of action, there is considerable variance. From what I understand, the Arisaka was probably one of the strongest bolt actions ever produced.
I guess I should email the folks at Henry and ask them.
Steve
Traditionally, aren't break open actions intended for lower pressure rounds?
Depends upon your definition of "low pressure rounds".
The Thompson Encore has barrels available for it in:
- .300 Win Mag -- 64,000 psi
- .500 S&W -- 50,000 psi
- .30-06 -- 60,200 psi
- 7mm Rem Mag -- 61,000 psi
I suspect that there is more to it than just pressure though. A caliber that pushes a heavy bullet down the barrel is going to generate more recoil than a caliber that pushes a lighter bullet, even if they are both at the same pressure. That recoil affects the linkages.
For example, a .50 BMG has a pressure of only 54,800 psi, but I know of no break action designs for it. You could *physically* chamber a barrel for .50 BMG on an H&R since their "UltraSlug" comes in 12-gauge and the 12-gauge chamber dimensions are *slightly* larger than the base portion of the .50 BMG cartridge, but I suspect it is questionable whether that would leave enough steel around the chamber to handle 54,800 psi, much less whether the action could survive many rounds of that.
For what it's worth.....
I emailed Anthony suggesting a longer barrel Target version along with a few caliber suggestions.
He responded,"we have some new stuff coming that should be of interest to you".
Don't know exactly what that meant, but seems like more options are ahead.
Henry stepped up to the plate here brought a little class to the tried and true design made popular by H&R. The brass option make these offerings are really interesting. I fully intend to buy one of the steel ones for my grandson. 44 Mag. I may buy the brass one for myself. 270 grain WFN should be perfect in this rifle loaded over a max dose of H110 or H4227.
I also have a Henry new lever action 410 on order for squirrels and rabbits as well as game farm Pheasants. This company is really making a huge splash and I think you will see new line of calibers every year. Stay tuned.........
Well the blued .44 mag is in my future for sure. Will be watching with interest to see what other calibers they add.
I would like to have one in .44 with the steel frame and straight grip stock. Wonder if, I bought a steel frame, Henry would swap stocks for me? Already have a bunch of range brass so I need to go buy a rifle/dies/molds for it, right?:mrgreen:
Just noticed the Henry single shot uses the Weaver 82 scope mount. This means that a Williams WGRS rear sight will mount up just fine. Sweet, way to go Henry!!
The wife said I could use some wedding money for a gun. Originally I wanted a full size 9mm but, that Henry 44 mag is on my mind a lot lately
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You married well!
Anybody buy one yet?
January I believe, have seen no place that has them for sale yet.
Anyone have twist rate for that .44mag?
http://www.serbu.com/rn-50-break-action-50-bmg.html
New entry. No idea how well they hold up, but I remember the Hesse .50BMG well enough not to risk it.
I seem to recall a big bore along the lines of a .700 JDJ or similar being made on NEF break-actions. I'll have to poke around and see if I can find the specs on it. Again, no guarantee that they survive beyond the 100 rounds I estimate most would shoot them.
Edit: found it, 585HE. 720gr lead@2700FPS, HR Topper is among the common actions, estimating 65,000PSI according to the manufacturer.
Count me in the camp somewhat disappointed that Henry just making break-actions. I keep drooling over the Chiappa and Uberti repro rifles, might have to start saving to buy myself a graduation present.
I'm hoping this rifle will happen in 30-30. I would pick one up and finally be able to quash my lamentation of not getting a Handi in 30-30.
You and me both.
I actually had a Handi Rifle in 30-30 and sold it in one of my safe clean out modes. I have regretted it ever since.
I now want a single shot like the Handi or the Henry in 30-30, with a 26-30" barrel and a tang sight, for long range shooting.
Cheaper than a 45-70.
I would really like one in 38WCF...
I suspect that other calibers will follow I have two on preorder am waiting for the wholesaler to confirm arrival.
If the steel versions will go for $317, I'll buy a couple at least. Nice looking replacement for the H&R. I would rather see a falling block with an external hammer, but if these shoot well.... I won't care.
12 gauge and .45-70 for me.
.45 Colt, .357 max, .38-55, and .257 Roberts on my wants.
.45 Colt, .357 Max, .327 Fed Mag, and .30-30 or .300 Whisper would tickle my giblets. I'd prefer a switch-barrel system, but if they cost about what an Encore barrel does then I'd be hard pressed to complain. Oh, and pleeeeease offer some custom shop options. 16" threaded barrel, or better yet, let me send my quick mount to in and fit the barrel to be 16.1" with the mount welded on. Short, light, and quick!
OK. It's 2017. Where are they?
Patients they will be here soon. I have the wait list list setup so when they arrive we will get a 44 standard and brass.
Anyone know the rifling twist rate on those Henry .44's?
https://www.henryrifles.com/rifles/single-shot-rifle/
Here are the available calibers
From Henry.
"Hi Michael,
Thanks for reaching out and for your interest in the new single shot rifles. The steel versions are slated to start shipping on 5/1/17 and the brass versions are scheduled for 7/1/17. The lever action .410's are the first of the new firearms to start shipping this year with a date of 2/1/17."
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Also from Henry, I asked what the twist rate was on the .223 and if there would be a .357 mag version:
"Thank you for your interest. We use a 1:9 ROT for .223 and it is likely we’ll have a .357 magnum single shot by late 2017 but there are no definite dates as yet."
This would be perfect in 357, 16 inch barrel and threded.
Henry seems to do a lot of commemorative and special rifles. Maybe someone could spearhead a "Cast Boolits Special Edition" rifle in a cast friendly cartridge. Not me.