HENRY H012GC BIG BOY STEEL 45 LC BL/WD

HENRY H012GC BIG BOY STEEL 45 LC BL/WD is a lever action rifle from Henry Repeating Arms built for hunters and shooters who want a full-power straight-walled cartridge platform with a classic profile. This lever action rifle (H012GC) pairs a blued steel barrel with genuine American walnut furniture, giving hunters, ranchers, and cowboy action shooters a dependable 45 Colt lever gun for deer hunting, hog hunting, and straight-wall cartridge hunting zones. The Big Boy Steel gives lever action fans a lightweight steel-framed alternative to the traditional brass Big Boy while keeping the same smooth Henry action.

Key Features

• Manufacturer Part Number: H012GC
• UPC: 619835200280
• Caliber: 45 Long Colt
• Action Type: Lever action
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds
• Barrel Length: 20 inches, round profile
• Barrel Finish: Blued steel
• Rate of Twist: 1:16 inch
• Stock: American walnut, straight-grip configuration with swivel studs, side gate
• Receiver Material and Finish: Steel, blued
• Sights: Fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with diamond insert, brass bead front sight
• Weight: 7 pounds
• Overall Length: 37.5 inches
• Length of Pull: 14 inches
• Safety Type: Transfer bar safety
• Mounting: Drilled and tapped, BB-RSM scope mount type

Special Features

• The steel receiver construction makes this Big Boy over a pound and a half lighter than the brass framed version, easing carry during long hunts.
• A side loading gate works alongside the removable tube magazine, giving shooters both rapid top-off and safer unloading options.
• The semi-buckhorn rear sight with a diamond insert pairs with a brass bead front sight for a precise, high-contrast aim point in variable light.
• A black solid rubber recoil pad and dual swivel studs add comfort and sling mounting not found on some traditional lever guns.
• The 20 inch barrel length produces a notable velocity increase with 45 Colt loads, pushing performance closer to rifle-level ballistics compared to short-barreled handguns.

Practical Benefits

• You get a lever action rifle chambered in a classic straight-walled cartridge that pairs naturally if you already shoot 45 Colt revolvers.
• If you are wondering whether this rifle works for straight-wall cartridge hunting zones, the 45 Long Colt chambering meets many state regulations written around that requirement.
• The 10+1 capacity and smooth lever action give you fast follow-up shots for hog hunting or deer hunting in thick cover.
• Cowboy action shooters and lever gun collectors benefit from a rifle that keeps Henry's traditional walnut and blued steel aesthetic while trimming carry weight.
• Reloaders and 45 Colt shooters benefit from a platform built around a cartridge with decades of established load data and components.
• If you hunt in a straight-wall state or simply want a lighter steel-framed Big Boy, this rifle gives you the classic Henry feel without the added weight of brass.

The Henry H012GC Big Boy Steel in 45 Long Colt with its 20 inch blued barrel and walnut stock stands as a proven platform for hunters and lever gun enthusiasts who want a lighter, dependable straight-walled cartridge rifle.