The Henry Big Boy Side Gate Large Loop is a lever-action rifle that pairs traditional styling with practical modern touches. The side gate loading feature lets you top off the magazine without removing it from the rifle, a real advantage during hunting or at the range. The polished brass receiver and octagonal barrel give it a classic look, while the American walnut stock adds durability. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Big Boy Side Gate Large Loop 
• Caliber: .44 Magnum / .44 Special 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Weight: 8.68 lbs 
• Overall Length: 38.5 inches 
• Twist Rate: 1:20 inches 
• Action Type: Lever Action 
• Safety Feature: Transfer Bar Safety 
• Sights: 
  • Front Sight: Brass Bead 
  • Rear Sight: Fully Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn with Diamond Insert 
     

Detailed Features 

The octagonal barrel contributes to the rifle's aesthetic and provides a stable shooting platform. The transfer bar safety prevents accidental discharge unless the trigger is deliberately pulled with the hammer cocked. The fully adjustable rear sight lets you dial in for different distances or lighting conditions. 
 
The side gate loads from the right side of the receiver, which most shooters find faster than the traditional tube-only method, though the magazine tube can also be loaded from the front in the conventional way. 
 

Usage 

The .44 Magnum cartridge is well suited for deer-sized game at moderate ranges. The rifle also works well for sport shooting and cowboy action competitions where lever guns are a natural fit.

Owners of the Henry Big Boy .44 Mag brass lever rifle tend to praise the build quality and attention to detail. The brass receiver draws consistent compliments for its finish and durability, and the classic lever-action look appeals to shooters who appreciate traditional styling.

On performance, the action cycles smoothly and the .44 Magnum round delivers solid stopping power without punishing recoil. The side gate loading feature gets mixed reactions. Most appreciate the convenience over tube-only loading, but a few shooters prefer the simplicity of the original tube-fed design.

Ergonomics come up frequently in a positive light. The rifle balances well and shoulders comfortably, which makes extended range sessions less tiring. Recoil with .44 Magnum is generally described as manageable, even for shooters who are sensitive to heavy recoil.

Price discussions are common. Most owners consider the quality worth the cost, though the Henry does sit above some competing lever-action models. Aftermarket accessories (slings, scope mounts, peep sights) are widely available for this platform, which adds to its appeal for customization-minded shooters.

The build quality is great, and shooting it is genuinely fun.