The Henry Big Boy Wildlife Edition II is a lever-action rifle chambered in .44 Magnum / .44 Special with a 20-inch blued forged steel octagonal barrel and a polished hardened brass receiver. It holds 10 rounds in a tubular magazine and weighs 8.68 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Big Boy 
• Manufacturer: Henry Repeating Arms 
• Caliber: .44 Magnum / .44 Special 
• Action Type: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Overall Length: 38.5 inches 
• Weight: 8.68 lbs (139 oz) 
• Capacity: 10 rounds (tubular magazine) 
• Safety Feature: Transfer Bar Safety System 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The polished hardened brass receiver is the defining visual element on this rifle. It contrasts sharply with the blued barrel and resists corrosion well. The target crown muzzle protects the rifling at the muzzle end, which matters for accuracy over the rifle's service life. Sights are a brass bead front and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear with a diamond insert. 
 
The American walnut stock is stained, engraved, and painted. The Wildlife Edition II finish is specific to this model. The transfer bar safety allows the hammer to rest on a loaded chamber safely. The lever action cycles smoothly for fast follow-up shots. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
The .44 Magnum caliber handles deer and hog hunting at moderate ranges. The 10-round tubular magazine gives reasonable capacity for a lever gun. At 8.68 lbs it's substantial. Some shooters find that useful for soaking up recoil at the bench, while others find it tiring to carry on longer walks. Sport shooters use it in lever-action competition formats where .44 Magnum is a common choice.

The Big Boy Wildlife II generates consistently positive feedback across build quality, aesthetics, and shooting experience. The brass receiver and polished finish are the most-discussed visual features, and owners generally consider it a standout piece both on the wall and at the range.

The lever action gets described as smooth and reliable. The .44 Magnum caliber is appreciated for its power, though most owners find it manageable. Versatility across ammunition types, both .44 Magnum and .44 Special, is a practical advantage.

Weight is the main practical concern. At 8.68 lbs it's heavier than many lever-action alternatives, which matters for extended field carry. Most shooters accept it as a trade-off for the stability it provides when shooting from a rest or bench.

Price discussions are common. It's positioned above entry-level lever guns, and buyers generally feel the quality justifies it. The sentimental connection to lever-action tradition in American shooting culture comes up regularly and adds to the ownership experience for many buyers.