The CZickness XLII looking towards the FGE

[gmcttr]

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You nailed it. That was the voice in my head when I posted.

 

[JEBland]

The Henry rimfires are a great, affordable way to get into the lever gun game. I have a couple of them. Funny thing is, as great as the Winchester rimfire levers are, the Henry has the smoother action - like butter. I enjoy them all.

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Interesting. The only lever gun I've got is a Henry 22 but after adjusting for elevation from the box, it hits where it's pointed at squirrel range. I've thought about getting a second one and letting my old man have my current one (he's nuts about the octagon barrel).

 

[88E30M50]

Early versions, the top two are Uberti repros as not only are originals expensive, but ammo, 44 Henry rim fire, is impossible to find.

The Henry starts it all on top and you can see the improvements Winchester makes with what is known as the Kings improvement on the Model 1866 in the middle. The next version is the original 1873 on the bottom.

During this time Winchester was trying without much success to chamber the government 45-70 which doesn't fit the Henry style of toggle lock action very well. They try by scaling up the 1873 into the behemoth Model 1876 Centennial Rifle and while it still doesn't fit the 45-70, Winchester releases more monster cartridges that it does fit like the 45-60, 45-75 and 50-95. TR used this rather uncommon rifle as well. Rare and expensive in original, Uberti made some repros that can be picked up more reasonably and aren't tied to BP ammunition.

Past this point, John Browning takes over with tView attachment 156358he revolutionary Model 1886.

Leadeye, have you ever considered writing a book? You could do several tracing the lineage of firearms through history. With the collection you maintain, it could make for some great reading given the pics you could produce pointing out differences in technology as it evolved

 

[88E30M50]

Interesting. The only lever gun I've got is a Henry 22 but after adjusting for elevation from the box, it hits where it's pointed at squirrel range. I've thought about getting a second one and letting my old man have my current one (he's nuts about the octagon barrel).

My only lever gun is a Henry rimfire and it is a nice rifle

 

[Bennettjh]

Leadeye, have you ever considered writing a book? You could do several tracing the lineage of firearms through history. With the collection you maintain, it could make for some great reading given the pics you could produce pointing out differences in technology as it evolved

That would be cool. I'd be first in line to get a signed copy.

I need to pull out my Dad's Henry .357 and put up a pic. That rifle is sweet.

 

[mmpsteve]

Mind sharing what rings those are? Looking for some lower than current lineup

I'll have to look. Been a couple decades. They're sitting on a Weaver T-10 adapter (dovetail to Weaver) to get more eye relief. Probably Burris or Warne Weaver-style rings. I do try to stay as low as possible.

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[JEBland]

My only lever gun is a Henry ramirez and it is a nice rifle

I'm unfamiliar with that one. What's it chambered in?

 

[MindfulMan]

Don't you need some of T-DOGG's Norma .308 in the classifieds to blast steel with your AR10's? (No, I'm not getting a commision. I just love selling things)

T-Dogg has you to blame for my non-purchase, since you stocked--me--up too well a few months ago !

 

[mmpsteve]

I'm unfamiliar with that one. What's it chambered in?

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[MindfulMan]

I'll even offer to put my signature on each box.

That would probably double the price ! (but I'm well-stocked, right now)

 

[MindfulMan]

Interesting. The only lever gun I've got is a Henry 22 but after adjusting for elevation from the box, it hits where it's pointed at squirrel range. I've thought about getting a second one and letting my old man have my current one (he's nuts about the octagon barrel).

All of us refined gunslingers are !

 

[Leadeye]

When I think lever gun, that 1873 comes to mind.

KJQ thinks the same way, he likes the sound they make when the toggle lock opens and closes.

 

[Leadeye]

You have the most amazing collection, Sir. Do you rehab these like you do with the revolvers?

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Not usually the repros, most are usually working when I get them. The others like the 1873 pictured yes if they need rehab.

 

[Leadeye]

Leadeye, have you ever considered writing a book? You could do several tracing the lineage of firearms through history. With the collection you maintain, it could make for some great reading given the pics you could produce pointing out differences in technology as it evolved

Thanks for the vote of confidence. Guns and shooting are really just recreation to me, finding out their stories can be as much fun as shooting them like the Lightning from WCC, or Mr. Cokers Whitney revolver. Having dug up that info I share it here at INGO for those that are interested.

 

[JEBland]

All of us refined gunslingers are !

Well, he is a better shot than I am.

Got a rabbit that took up in my front yard. Devastated my leaf lettuce.

Thanks for the vote of confidence. Guns and shooting are really just recreation to me, finding out their stories can be as much fun as shooting them like the Lightning from WCC, or Mr. Cokers Whitney revolver. Having dug up that info I share it here at INGO for those that are interested.

It's always very educational to read your posts. I don't have anything to add to them, but I appreciate the content.

 

[Leadeye]

Henry rifles are excellent rifles, but share more lineage with modern levers that the old Henry. When you shoot an original design Henry wear gloves. You will know why the King's improvement leading to the 1866 was so popular.

 

[Bennettjh]

USPS brought me a goody from Joe Bob.

 

[mmpsteve]

All of us refined gunslingers are !

"JEBland said:
Interesting. The only lever gun I've got is a Henry 22 but after adjusting for elevation from the box, it hits where it's pointed at squirrel range. I've thought about getting a second one and letting my old man have my current one (he's nuts about the octagon barrel)."


This pic doesn't show the octagon very well, but it's the Small Game Carbine model. I took this picture with the 17 HM2 ammo box under it, thinking I'd send it to Anthony at Henry, and get him to make a 17 HM2 model. I never did sent it ... hmmmm. This ones in 22 mag also. (a developing theme .... I like 22 magnum).






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[TJ Kackowski]

Got my first shingles shot this morning.

I know a few people that have had shingles and I want nothing to do with that!!

The first shingles shot had no effect on me ... the second one took me down for a day ... started as just a lackadaisical type of day, but by the time I got home I was visibly shaking ... went to bed early just to be hit with full on fever and sweats ... felt like I was in a swimming pool, not my bed. It all ended around midnight ... changed my clothes and bed sheets and went back to sleep.

The Covid shots on the other hand were a complete bust ... the only pain I experienced was when I poked at the injection site ... I felt ripped off after hearing all the stories about reactions to the Covid shots. Maybe something will happen when they roll out the Covid booster shots.

 

[MindfulMan]

"JEBland said:
Interesting. The only lever gun I've got is a Henry 22 but after adjusting for elevation from the box, it hits where it's pointed at squirrel range. I've thought about getting a second one and letting my old man have my current one (he's nuts about the octagon barrel)."


This pic doesn't show the octagon very well, but it's the Small Game Carbine model. I took this picture with the 17 HM2 ammo box under it, thinking I'd send it to Anthony at Henry, and get him to make a 17 HM2 model. I never did sent it ... hmmmm. This ones in 22 mag also. (a developing theme .... I like 22 magnum).



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I can see the octagon profile ! Now, you'll be just as good of a shooter as JEBland's father !!!