The Henry Side Gate Shotgun is a lever-action .410 GA with a 24-inch barrel, 42.75-inch overall length, and a weight of 7.54 lbs. It holds 6 rounds plus one in the chamber and accepts 2.5-inch shells. The American walnut stock and blued steel finish give it a traditional appearance, and the transfer bar safety prevents discharge without trigger contact. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Henry 
• Model Name: Side Gate Shotgun 
• Gauge: .410 GA 
• Chamber Size: 2.5" 
• Action Type: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 6+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24" 
• Overall Length (OAL): 42.75" 
• Weight: 7.54 lbs 
• Sights: Brass Bead / Drilled and Tapped 
• Stock Material: American Walnut 
• Safety Mechanism: Transfer Bar 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The side gate lets you load rounds directly into the magazine tube from the side without opening the action, which keeps the gun in a more ready position during a reload. The lever action cycles without breaking the gun open, and the brass bead front sight covers most field distances. The receiver is drilled and tapped for a scope base if you want to run optics. American walnut stock and blued barrel are finished to Henry's standard. The transfer bar safety system prevents the firing pin from reaching the primer unless the trigger is pulled with the lever fully closed.

The Henry .410 GA Side Gate draws the same appreciation as other Henry lever guns: owners consistently point to craftsmanship quality, the walnut stock, and smooth lever action as strengths. The 24-inch barrel balances maneuverability and accuracy well for field use and recreational shooting.

The .410 bore attracts shooters who want lower recoil, including younger shooters or those sensitive to heavier gauges. The side gate loading feature is well-received as a genuine improvement over muzzle-loading tubular magazines for speed. Practical limitations of the .410 come up in honest discussion: shot spread is tighter than larger gauges at longer ranges, and ammunition cost and availability can be higher than 12 or 20 gauge. The 2.5-inch chamber restriction limits some load options. Most owners find it a capable small game and recreational shotgun within those parameters.