Henry Repeating Arms Big Boy Brass 45-70 Government 22" Barrel H010B

It’s a caliber that traces its origins from the battlefield to its modern-day presence in hunting camps across the country, and it’s capable of handling even the largest game in North America.

Introduced by the U.S. Army in 1873, this cartridge was first known as the .45 Government. As it made its way into commercially produced firearms the name .45-70 appeared, because it was loaded with a 70 grain blackpowder charge with 405 and 500 grain bullets. Virtually all rifle making companies of the late 19th century chambered their single shots and lever actions for the .45-70. As those companies and their rifles faded away, the .45-70’s popularity did not. Factory .45-70 ammunition has been cataloged continuously since 1873 but never in the variety of loadings available now, in the 21st century. They range from 405 grain lead bullet, low-velocity loads for deer hunting and target shooting to high-velocity 300 to 400 grain jacketed bullet once meant for large game. Its receiver is blued steel fitted with an 22″ round barrel and a tubular magazine of four-round capacity.

Its pistol-grip buttstock and steel-capped forend are crafted of beautiful American walnut and cut with checkering to provide a sure grip. The buttstock wears a soft rubber pad to help shooters handle .45-70 recoil from a 7.08 lb. rifle. The model H010 will be factory issued with a fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with a brass beaded front sight. Because the receiver is drilled and tapped, scope mounting is an easy option.

If you need a handy yet powerful lever gun capable of fast repeat shots in the bear country of Alaska, or just a short, light rifle for deer hunting in the mountains of Pennsylvania, our new Model H010 will provide the accuracy and reliability you can count on.

Model Number

H010B

Action Type

Lever Action Large Loop

Caliber

45-70

Capacity

4 Rounds

Additional Specifications

Barrel Length

22"

Barrel Type

Octagon Blued Steel

Rate of Twist

1:20

Overall Length

41.1"

Weight

8.10 lbs.

Receiver Finish

Polished Brass

Rear Sight

Fully Adj. Semi-Buckhorn w/ Diamond Insert

Front Sight

Brass Bead

Scopeability

Drilled and Tapped

Scope Mount Type

Weaver 63B

Stock Material

American Walnut

Buttplate/Pad

Brass

Length of Pull

14"

Safety

Transfer Bar

Best Uses

Target/Hunting/Large Game/Collector/Deer, Bear, Hogs, Moose, Elk at 100 yards.

Embellishments/Extras

Swivel Studs. Large Loop Lever