1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame Range 2

Published on January 15, 2017
Duration: 9:56

This video provides a range test of the 1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame by Hickok45. It covers the rifle's performance at distance with iron sights, the unique front-loading mechanism, and the .44-40 caliber using cowboy loads. The review highlights the rifle's historical significance and build quality compared to other reproductions.

Quick Summary

Hickok45 conducts a range test of the 1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame in .44-40 caliber. He demonstrates its front-loading magazine, discusses the challenges of iron sights at distance, and compares its build quality to other reproductions. The .44-40 is noted as being similar in power to a .44 Special.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Range Plan
  2. 00:48.44-40 Range Performance & Iron Sights
  3. 03:02Ammunition: Cowboy Loads
  4. 04:32Loading Mechanism & Build Quality
  5. 08:40Historical Significance & Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the 1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame reviewed by Hickok45?

The 1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame featured in the video is chambered in .44-40 caliber. Hickok45 notes this caliber is similar in power to a .44 Special and uses cowboy loads for testing.

How does the 1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame load ammunition?

Unlike later lever-action rifles with side gates, the 1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame utilizes a unique front-loading tube magazine. Ammunition is inserted through the front of the magazine tube.

What are the key features of the 1860 Henry Rifle Iron Frame discussed?

The review highlights the rifle's case-hardened iron frame, walnut stock, lever-action mechanism, and the challenge of using its iron sights at distance. Its historical significance is also emphasized.

What ammunition was used for the 1860 Henry Rifle test?

Hickok45 used cowboy loads from Buffalo Cartridge for the 1860 Henry Rifle test. He mentions that Federal does not manufacture .44-40 rounds.

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