Henry Rifle or Marlin? - Page 2

ms6852 · November 10, 2017, 06:15 PM

If it is a 30-30 you want than go with a Henry my experience their action is smoother, if it is a different caliber you want like a .357, or 44 mag , or 45-70 check chiappa if money is not an issue go with Pedersoli for about $50 more but the action on Pedersoli is butter compared to chiappa.

johnwilliamson062 · November 10, 2017, 10:21 PM

I have had several interactions with Henry and all have been very satisfactory. I like the side loaders, but it would be very difficult for me to choose a Rem-lin over a Henry given my previous interactions with them.

Then there is the whole Long-ranger lever actuated bolt rifle thing. I'd really like them to chamber that in a few more calibers.

DPris · November 10, 2017, 11:55 PM

Some anticipated new stuff coming from Henry that should make some people quite happy.
Denis

Picher · November 11, 2017, 05:02 AM

Without careful examination and shooting, I'd favor the Henry over the Marlin due to the hard chrome and cartridge dump without using the action. I understand that they also have a good guarantee.

Areoflyer09 · November 11, 2017, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPris

Some anticipated new stuff coming from Henry that should make some people quite happy.
Denis

Care to give any hints?

I’m always looking for another reason to buy a Henry!

FrankenMauser · November 11, 2017, 01:18 PM

I can give you a few.
Henry is planning on expanding the case coloring to more models.
Henry is planning on offering some new chamberings, and moving some current limited chamberings into other models.

Steve in PA · November 11, 2017, 04:04 PM

No interest in a .30/30.........but I have wanted a .35 Remington for a long time.

If I did gravitate towards the .30/30, I could use the brass and transform it into 7-30 Waters for use in my T/C Contender.

My LGS has the Rem-lin's and Henry in .44 Magnum which I like because one of my hunting handguns is a Ruger Super Blackhawk.

Areoflyer09 · November 11, 2017, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrankenMauser

I can give you a few.
Henry is planning on expanding the case coloring to more models.
Henry is planning on offering some new chamberings, and moving some current limited chamberings into other models.

Thanks!

I’m take it or leave on the case coloring, but new chamberings gets my attention. I know it’s not super practical or as likely to be as popular as other choices but I’d love for Henry to put out a 10mm model. I’d have a lot of fun with that. But I’m straying from the topic at hand now.

johnwilliamson062 · November 11, 2017, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Some anticipated new stuff coming from Henry that should make some people quite happy.
Denis

I don't have any solid info, but I have asked for a few things and received hints they are in the pipeline and I think quite a few would be very happy. I believe the .223 delays set-back their R&D on a few other items.

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Henry to put out a 10mm model.

Send Anthony Imperato an e-mail.

Areoflyer09 · November 11, 2017, 11:22 PM

I checked in on emailing Anthony the other day and his contact is unavailable at the moment. I keep checking in from time to time.

DPris · November 12, 2017, 03:48 AM

A much-mentioned gripe about the Henry centerfires will be addressed.
And some long-range options.
Denis

Jack O'Conner · November 12, 2017, 05:54 AM

My nephew recently purchased a Mossberg 464 in 30-30 featuring a 16 inch barrel. Fit & finish are exceptionally well executed and accuracy is stellar, too. Scope is Simmons Pro Hunter with 2-7X settings.

Jack

std7mag · November 12, 2017, 09:00 AM

While i don't own a lever gun, yet. To me if you have the funds it's a no brainer... Henry every time.

Something in a 45 Colt for me.

Lots of used Marlins out there.. I can't recall the last used Henry i'd seen.

Joe-ker · November 12, 2017, 09:51 AM

A much-mentioned gripe about the Henry centerfires will be addressed.
And some long-range options.
Denis

Side gate????? Could it be???

Would I be correct to assume that a brass reciever wouldn't have the strength to support a side gate? I guess I've always assumed that's why they went that route.

DPris · November 12, 2017, 01:35 PM

I can say no more than stay tuned in the next few months.
Imperato is aggressively expanding his company's line-up.

Denis

Model12Win · November 12, 2017, 02:17 PM

If Henry makes a side gate .357, I WILL be buying one. I REALLY like his business model and think he is a great man. I just don't have any use for a front tube loaded levergun.

Now if Marlin would EVER re-release their 1894 in .357 again, as they've been rumored to be doing for years now, that would be a tougher choice but so long as Henry keeps it's great quality I'll go with them. Marlin frankly pisses me off with all that's happened with them recently and even current ones seem to have problems.

FrankenMauser · November 12, 2017, 02:37 PM

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Now if Marlin would EVER re-release their 1894 in .357 again, as they've been rumored to be doing for years now, that would be a tougher choice

You'll see the .357 Model 1894 shortly before the Model 444 returns.

...Which, as of the latest BS excuses from Marlington, appears to be business as usual and ... never.

Model12Win · November 12, 2017, 02:51 PM

Yeah I don't doubt it.

That's fine, hopefully that big change for Henry will in fact be a loading gate. Maybe Mr. Imperato has finally got a few too many complaint emails about his tube loading system?

We can only hope. Again, if .357 is on the menu for a gate, I'll GLADLY help them drink Remlins milkshake!

DPris · November 12, 2017, 03:05 PM

Marlin is still working on the .357.
If they can pull off what they're planning for the caliber, and the quality's there, you'll see some seriously happy campers.

Denis

Hawg · November 12, 2017, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Would I be correct to assume that a brass reciever wouldn't have the strength to support a side gate? I guess I've always assumed that's why they went that route.

No it wouldn't be a weakness.

Stats Shooter · November 12, 2017, 05:42 PM

Though I love my 1895 GBL 45-70. I may go with a Henery big boy for the 44 Mag Carbean.

Joe-ker · November 14, 2017, 10:04 AM

Hmmmmmm... Picked up my .357 big boy last year. Thatd be my luck. If they do make a side load I may have to add another to my collection.

batmann · November 14, 2017, 08:32 PM

My grandson has a Henry in .44 M and it has one of the smoothest actions I have handled in a lever action.
I had a Browning BL44 and that was a nice rifle with a very smooth action. I have shot shot Marlins, older ones, and they are pretty slick, but the Henry is great.

Tony Z · November 15, 2017, 05:54 AM

I have more levers than any action type (well, maybe not the Stevens Favorites & Crackshots that always folow me home!), and each has its quirks. They are like your children (and to me, also like your grandchildren), with always something to really like, and sometimes to make you fo "Hmmmmmmm".

I have Henrys (5), Marlins (2), Winchesters (3), Rossi (1) Browning (1), that I can recall at the moment. My wish? To see a lever with buttery smooth action, satin walnut stock, no checkering, steel butt plate, really deep, shiny bluing on everything, but the color case hardened receiver, wide buckhorn sights. Loading? Either method is fine for me, but if tube, please make sure the tube folower as crisp lock-up (early eighties, seem to remember the rimfire Marlin or Winchester was way too loose, and prone to falling off - I corrected with squeezing the notch tighter).

November 10, 2017, 06:15 PM	#26
ms6852 Senior Member Join Date: April 3, 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 1,394	If it is a 30-30 you want than go with a Henry my experience their action is smoother, if it is a different caliber you want like a .357, or 44 mag , or 45-70 check chiappa if money is not an issue go with Pedersoli for about $50 more but the action on Pedersoli is butter compared to chiappa. __________________ ONLY TWO DEFINING FORCES HAVE GIVEN UP THEIR LIVES FOR YOU. ONE IS JESUS CHRIST FOR YOUR SOUL AND THE OTHER IS THE AMERICAN SOLDIER FOR YOUR FREEDOM.

November 11, 2017, 01:18 PM	#31
FrankenMauser Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2008 Location: In the valley above the plain Posts: 13,424	I can give you a few. Henry is planning on expanding the case coloring to more models. Henry is planning on offering some new chamberings, and moving some current limited chamberings into other models. __________________ Don't even try it. It's even worse than the internet would lead you to believe.

November 11, 2017, 04:04 PM	#32
Steve in PA Senior Member Join Date: October 14, 1999 Location: Northeastern PA Posts: 756	No interest in a .30/30.........but I have wanted a .35 Remington for a long time. If I did gravitate towards the .30/30, I could use the brass and transform it into 7-30 Waters for use in my T/C Contender. My LGS has the Rem-lin's and Henry in .44 Magnum which I like because one of my hunting handguns is a Ruger Super Blackhawk. __________________ Steve

November 12, 2017, 05:54 AM	#37
Jack O'Conner Senior Member Join Date: July 11, 2005 Location: Manatee County, Florida Posts: 1,976	My nephew recently purchased a Mossberg 464 in 30-30 featuring a 16 inch barrel. Fit & finish are exceptionally well executed and accuracy is stellar, too. Scope is Simmons Pro Hunter with 2-7X settings. Jack __________________ Fire up the grill! Deer hunting IS NOT catch and release.

November 12, 2017, 09:51 AM	#39
Joe-ker Senior Member Join Date: September 6, 2016 Location: North Iowa Posts: 247	A much-mentioned gripe about the Henry centerfires will be addressed. And some long-range options. Denis Side gate????? Could it be??? Would I be correct to assume that a brass reciever wouldn't have the strength to support a side gate? I guess I've always assumed that's why they went that route. __________________ From my cold dead hands.....

November 10, 2017, 10:21 PM	#27
johnwilliamson062 Junior member Join Date: May 16, 2008 Posts: 9,995	I have had several interactions with Henry and all have been very satisfactory. I like the side loaders, but it would be very difficult for me to choose a Rem-lin over a Henry given my previous interactions with them. Then there is the whole Long-ranger lever actuated bolt rifle thing. I'd really like them to chamber that in a few more calibers.

November 10, 2017, 11:55 PM	#28
DPris Member Emeritus Join Date: August 19, 2004 Posts: 7,133	Some anticipated new stuff coming from Henry that should make some people quite happy. Denis

November 11, 2017, 05:02 AM	#29
Picher Senior Member Join Date: December 14, 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 3,694	Without careful examination and shooting, I'd favor the Henry over the Marlin due to the hard chrome and cartridge dump without using the action. I understand that they also have a good guarantee.

November 11, 2017, 11:22 PM	#35
Areoflyer09 Senior Member Join Date: February 22, 2017 Posts: 300	I checked in on emailing Anthony the other day and his contact is unavailable at the moment. I keep checking in from time to time.

November 12, 2017, 03:48 AM	#36
DPris Member Emeritus Join Date: August 19, 2004 Posts: 7,133	A much-mentioned gripe about the Henry centerfires will be addressed. And some long-range options. Denis

November 12, 2017, 09:00 AM	#38
std7mag Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2013 Location: Central Taxylvania.. Posts: 3,609	While i don't own a lever gun, yet. To me if you have the funds it's a no brainer... Henry every time. Something in a 45 Colt for me. Lots of used Marlins out there.. I can't recall the last used Henry i'd seen.

November 12, 2017, 01:35 PM	#40
DPris Member Emeritus Join Date: August 19, 2004 Posts: 7,133	I can say no more than stay tuned in the next few months. Imperato is aggressively expanding his company's line-up. Denis

November 12, 2017, 02:17 PM	#41
Model12Win Junior member Join Date: October 20, 2012 Posts: 5,854	If Henry makes a side gate .357, I WILL be buying one. I REALLY like his business model and think he is a great man. I just don't have any use for a front tube loaded levergun. Now if Marlin would EVER re-release their 1894 in .357 again, as they've been rumored to be doing for years now, that would be a tougher choice but so long as Henry keeps it's great quality I'll go with them. Marlin frankly pisses me off with all that's happened with them recently and even current ones seem to have problems.

November 12, 2017, 02:51 PM	#43
Model12Win Junior member Join Date: October 20, 2012 Posts: 5,854	Yeah I don't doubt it. That's fine, hopefully that big change for Henry will in fact be a loading gate. Maybe Mr. Imperato has finally got a few too many complaint emails about his tube loading system? We can only hope. Again, if .357 is on the menu for a gate, I'll GLADLY help them drink Remlins milkshake!

November 12, 2017, 03:05 PM	#44
DPris Member Emeritus Join Date: August 19, 2004 Posts: 7,133	Marlin is still working on the .357. If they can pull off what they're planning for the caliber, and the quality's there, you'll see some seriously happy campers. Denis

November 12, 2017, 05:42 PM	#46
Stats Shooter Senior Member Join Date: August 26, 2016 Location: North Dakota Posts: 1,636	Though I love my 1895 GBL 45-70. I may go with a Henery big boy for the 44 Mag Carbean.

November 14, 2017, 10:04 AM	#47
Joe-ker Senior Member Join Date: September 6, 2016 Location: North Iowa Posts: 247	Hmmmmmm... Picked up my .357 big boy last year. Thatd be my luck. If they do make a side load I may have to add another to my collection. __________________ From my cold dead hands.....

November 14, 2017, 08:32 PM	#48
batmann Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 2004 Location: Greenwood, IN Posts: 773	My grandson has a Henry in .44 M and it has one of the smoothest actions I have handled in a lever action. I had a Browning BL44 and that was a nice rifle with a very smooth action. I have shot shot Marlins, older ones, and they are pretty slick, but the Henry is great.

November 15, 2017, 05:54 AM	#49
Tony Z Senior Member Join Date: September 29, 2013 Location: North Central Pennsyltucky Posts: 749	I have more levers than any action type (well, maybe not the Stevens Favorites & Crackshots that always folow me home!), and each has its quirks. They are like your children (and to me, also like your grandchildren), with always something to really like, and sometimes to make you fo "Hmmmmmmm". I have Henrys (5), Marlins (2), Winchesters (3), Rossi (1) Browning (1), that I can recall at the moment. My wish? To see a lever with buttery smooth action, satin walnut stock, no checkering, steel butt plate, really deep, shiny bluing on everything, but the color case hardened receiver, wide buckhorn sights. Loading? Either method is fine for me, but if tube, please make sure the tube folower as crisp lock-up (early eighties, seem to remember the rimfire Marlin or Winchester was way too loose, and prone to falling off - I corrected with squeezing the notch tighter).