In the mid-1880s, the medium bore .38-55 cartridge hit the market as a single-shot and lever-action rifle round and quickly grew in popularity for hunters and target shooters alike. Generating up to 1500 ft/lbs of energy ,Henry .38-55 Side was certainly no slouch in its day. Today, the story is much the same. While medium bore cartridges are often overlooked by the modern hunter, there is no denying the .38-55 is still as venerable today as it was on the frontier. When hunting in thick brush, small-bore projectiles are likely to be sent off target. Medium bore loads, like the .38-55, are less susceptible to deflection while offering lower recoil for fast follow-up shots in the deer woods.

IMPORTANCE

As a nod to the Wild West, or a purpose-built whitetail bruiser, the Henry H024 .Henry .38-55 Side is as capable as it is handsome. Henry Side Gate Brass/Blued Lever Action Rifle – 38-55 Winchester – Henry’s Side Gate Lever Action offers up the best of both worlds with a standard removable tube magazine for safe and easy unloading and a side loading gate to keep the magazine topped off. The hardened brass receiver is as reliable as it is handsome with the same yield and tensile strength as steel.

USER FRIENDLY

The brass accents continue through the rifle with the butt plate and barrel band. Its American walnut furniture is set off by intricate, deep checkering that will ensure a firm purchase on the stocks. A semi-buckhorn rear and ivory bead front sight accompanies a 20″ round blued steel barrel to deliver the accuracy. From whitetail hunting to days at the range, to standing as a favorite show-piece in the gun cabinet, the Side Gate Lever Action is a must-have for any lever action aficionado, and it solidifies Henry as the first name in lever action rifles. The result is a rifle that lets you use it in whatever way works best for you.