The Operator's Guide to the 1860 Henry Rifle

Published on April 1, 2017
Duration: 22:49

This guide explores the 1860 Henry Repeating Rifle, detailing its historical significance and practical operation. It covers the rifle's lever-action mechanism, loading procedures, and the unique 'Henry Hop' required as the magazine empties. Safety features, sight adjustments for long-range accuracy, and internal maintenance, especially with black powder, are also discussed. Tips for tuning the action and accessories like modern slings are provided.

Quick Summary

The 1860 Henry Rifle loads from the front of its tubular magazine by pulling the follower and rotating the sleeve. Rounds must be inserted at a 45-degree angle to prevent accidental detonation. As the magazine empties, the 'Henry Hop' technique is needed, requiring the shooter to shift their support hand rearward.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the 1860 Henry Rifle
  2. 00:34Historical Context & Ammunition
  3. 01:47Weapon System and Function Explained
  4. 03:04Loading and Unloading Procedures
  5. 06:58The 'Henry Hop' Explained
  6. 08:23Safety Mechanisms
  7. 10:13Zeroing and Sights
  8. 13:19Internals and Disassembly
  9. 16:57Tuning the Action
  10. 18:04Tips, Tricks, and Accessories

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you load the 1860 Henry Rifle?

To load the 1860 Henry Rifle, you access the tubular magazine from the front. Pull the follower to the top and rotate the sleeve. Crucially, insert rounds at a 45-degree angle to prevent accidental primer detonation from vertical drops.

What is the 'Henry Hop' and why is it necessary?

The 'Henry Hop' is a shooting technique required for the Henry rifle as the magazine empties. The follower moves towards the receiver, and the shooter must shift their support hand rearward during firing to allow continued feeding of rounds.

What are the safety features of the 1860 Henry Rifle?

The 1860 Henry Rifle can be carried in Condition 3 (empty chamber) or at half-cock. However, the half-cock position is not drop-safe. A lever lock screw can prevent the action from cycling but doesn't block the firing pin if a round is already chambered.

How can the 'Henry Hop' be avoided?

You can avoid the 'Henry Hop' by using a modification. Placing a wooden dowel inside the magazine tube can limit its capacity to 10 rounds, preventing the follower from reaching the shooter's hand.

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