The Henry All-Weather Lever Action is the .45-70 Govt. H009 variant built for use in wet and dirty conditions. The barrel is hard chrome plated and the receiver has an industrial hard chrome satin finish. Both are corrosion-resistant in a way that standard blued steel isn't. The stock is stained American walnut. At 7.1 lbs and 39 inches overall with an 18.4-inch barrel and 4-round tubular magazine, the proportions are the same as the standard model. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer Name: Henry Repeating Arms 
• Model: Lever 
• Series: All-Weather 
• Caliber: .45-70 Govt. 
• Barrel Length: 18.4 inches 
• Capacity: 4 rounds (tubular magazine) 
• Weight: 7.1 lbs (113.3 oz) 
• Overall Length: 39 inches 
• Receiver Finish: Industrial Hard Chrome Satin 
• Stock Material: Stained American Walnut 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The hard chrome finish on the barrel and receiver holds up well to rain, humidity, and field grime that would start working on blued steel over time. The lever action cycles smoothly. Sights are a brass bead front and fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear. The transfer bar safety prevents accidental discharges regardless of how the hammer is struck. A rubber recoil pad manages the .45-70's kick during shooting sessions. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
For elk or bear hunting where weather is a real variable, the All-Weather finish makes practical sense. The .45-70 caliber gives the stopping power for large game; the chrome finish means the rifle can get wet without immediate concern. At the range it handles the same as the standard model. The rifle's weight and the 18.4-inch barrel are worth accounting for in tight terrain.

Feedback on the Henry All-Weather .45-70 centers on two things: the finish and the caliber. The hard chrome exterior gets credit for being genuinely functional, not just aesthetic. Owners who hunt in rain or humid climates appreciate having a rifle they can use without obsessing over moisture management.

The .45-70 stopping power is consistently praised. Accuracy is good, and the lever action is smooth enough that follow-up shots come naturally once a shooter gets a feel for the cycling rhythm.

Weight is the most common complaint. The rifle isn't unusually heavy for its class, but extended carries in rough terrain make the 7.1 lbs noticeable. Recoil draws some discussion too. The .45-70 hits hard, and while proper stance handles it fine, some shooters add aftermarket recoil pads.

Henry's customer service gets positive mentions when it comes up. Pricing generates mixed reactions; some see it as fair for the quality, others compare it unfavorably to similar-priced alternatives. Most owners end up satisfied with the purchase for demanding outdoor use.