The Henry H018G-410R Side Gate is a lever-action shotgun in .410 bore with a 19.75-inch barrel, 38.5-inch overall length, and a weight of 7.33 lbs. It holds 6 rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber and accepts 2.5-inch shells only. The American walnut stock and blued steel receiver give it a traditional look, while the side-gate loading port speeds up reloading without breaking the action open. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Henry Repeating Arms 
• Model: Side Gate 
• UPC: 619835500069 
• Gauge: .410 Bore 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 6+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 19.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 38.5 inches 
• Weight: 7.33 lbs 
• Chamber Size: 2.5 inch shells only 
• Sights: Fully Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn with Diamond Insert / Drilled and Tapped for scope mounting 
• Stock Material: American Walnut 
• Finish Type: Blued Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The side-gate loading port lets you top off the magazine without taking the gun out of shooting position, which is a practical advantage over tubular-magazine designs that load through the muzzle end. The lever action cycles smoothly for quick follow-up shots. The fully adjustable Semi-Buckhorn sights with diamond insert and front brass bead cover most field and range distances, and the receiver is drilled and tapped for a scope if you want to go that route. The transfer bar safety prevents discharge unless the trigger is deliberately pulled. American walnut stock and blued barrel are built to Henry's usual fit-and-finish standard.

The Henry Classic .410 gets consistent praise for its walnut stock, blued finish, and the quality that goes into Henry's lever guns generally. The smooth lever action is a frequently noted strength, and the gun is described as intuitive to operate whether you are an experienced shooter or just starting out.

The .410 caliber draws its own set of opinions. Most owners appreciate the manageable recoil, particularly for younger or smaller-framed shooters, and find it works well for small game and pest control. Some shooters discuss the limits of .410 shot patterns at longer ranges compared to larger gauges, and the restriction to 2.5-inch shells limits some load options. Ammunition cost and availability for .410 comes up as a practical consideration. The 6+1 capacity is noted as a limitation compared to magazine-fed options in some contexts, but for the intended use cases most owners find it adequate.