The short answer

The Henry Golden Boy Classic .17 HMR Lever Rifle - 20" Brasslite Finish and the Marlin 1894 Gen 1 .44 Mag Lever Rifle - Satin Blued Classic are both lever-action rifles. The Henry Golden Boy Classic .17 HMR Lever Rifle - 20" Brasslite Finish is the more affordable option, starting at $561.47 versus $899.99. On the spec sheet, the Marlin 1894 Gen 1 .44 Mag Lever Rifle - Satin Blued Classic is lighter (102.4 oz vs 108 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Henry Golden Boy Classic .17 HMR Lever Rifle - 20" Brasslite Finish and the Marlin 1894 Gen 1 .44 Mag Lever Rifle - Satin Blued Classic?

They differ mainly in caliber (.17 HMR vs .44 Magnum), barrel length (20" vs 20.25"), overall length (38.5" vs 37.75") and weight (108 oz vs 102.4 oz).

Which is cheaper, the Henry Golden Boy Classic .17 HMR Lever Rifle - 20" Brasslite Finish or the Marlin 1894 Gen 1 .44 Mag Lever Rifle - Satin Blued Classic?

The Henry Golden Boy Classic .17 HMR Lever Rifle - 20" Brasslite Finish is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $561.47 compared with $899.99 for the Marlin 1894 Gen 1 .44 Mag Lever Rifle - Satin Blued Classic. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Are the Henry Golden Boy Classic .17 HMR Lever Rifle - 20" Brasslite Finish and the Marlin 1894 Gen 1 .44 Mag Lever Rifle - Satin Blued Classic the same caliber?

No. The Henry Golden Boy Classic .17 HMR Lever Rifle - 20" Brasslite Finish is .17 HMR and the Marlin 1894 Gen 1 .44 Mag Lever Rifle - Satin Blued Classic is .44 Magnum.