A new revolver maker enters... Henry

[Mark_Mark]

I guess, It would give the MIM guys something too look down on...

MIM will be the new Hand Fitted

 

[shafter]

My guess is that these will be a flop commercially. The revolver market is already limited and filled with some really good products. However, a limited run of Henry pistols could lead to there being some collectors value down the road, especially if well made.

 

[Mark_Mark]

My guess is that these will be a flop commercially. The revolver market is already limited and filled with some really good products. However, a limited run of Henry pistols could lead to there being some collectors value down the road, especially if well made.

I don’t know! I love new looking things, and will buy Cool Revolver

even bought this… Big FAIL

 

[bigpower491]

I agree. “Big Boy” was a burger. Sorry, but every time I see or hear “big boy” I get a craving for burgers and fries.

Lol, for sure. Maybe if this thing takes off they'll come out with a Lipsys or Davidsons version, 5 inch barrel, adjustable sights, 5 shot 44 Special. And of course, unfluted cylinder with laser engraved Big Boys around it.

You can bet your hind end I'll be on that waiting list...probably @Mark_Mark too

 

[Shivahasagun]

I don’t know! I love new looking things, and will buy Cool Revolver

even bought this… Big FAIL

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I had a chance to buy one but watched a few reviews first.

No holsters, can't get it out of a pocket, light strikes, heavy trigger, tumbling bullets. Yikes

IIRC the first version was .25 acp. That was the only interest I had in it. Unless I'm confusing it with something else.

 

[EMC45]

NEF/Lightening/RG. That's all I see.

I wonder how long that ZAMAK grip frame and trigger guard will hold up for?

 

[2zulu1]

Other than being outclassed by other durable brands, an exposed ejector rod is only a bump away from becoming a bent ejector rod, very poor design IMO.

 

[shafter]

Something sleek and classy, perhaps a 3 inch barrel, with traditional looks but modern touches, would have been a hit. Something along the lines of the Ruger Security series.

 

[Mark_Mark]

NEF/Lightening/RG. That's all I see.

I wonder how long that ZAMAK grip frame and trigger guard will hold up for?

Showed my brother the Henry… First thing he said… RG Saturday Night Special! lol

 

[KevininPa]

I don’t know! I love new looking things, and will buy Cool Revolver

even bought this… Big FAIL

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My eyes burn every time that picture is flashed.

 

[Mark_Mark]

Other than being outclassed by other durable brands, an exposed ejector rod is only a bump away from becoming a bent ejector rod, very poor design IMO.

OK… Gorilla in the china shop here. But it would take a lot of SMASHING to bend that ejector. Anywho, Henryhas a good warranty + customer service, and Made in America or Not at All! <<< Love you Henry

 

[ericuda]

Yeah the exposed ejector doesn't bother me as much as the price. Still I don't see any competition with sp101 or even king cobra.

Henry would be better off worrying about how ruger is slowly marketing levers that are going over very well.

 

[NIGHTLORD40K]

Strangely, Ive seen more old Smith and Wessons with bent ejector rods than Colts, even though they were usually exposed.

 

[NIGHTLORD40K]

I’ll be honest not much of anything Henry makes has any of my attention. These just solidifies that in my mind.

I love my Henry Single, but the rest of their lineup doesn't really attract me. Maybe if they made a centerfire pump rifle, Id reconsider.

 

[NIGHTLORD40K]

NEF/Lightening/RG. That's all I see.

I wonder how long that ZAMAK grip frame and trigger guard will hold up for?

Brass plated Zinc? Supposition or from a reliable source?

 

[ericuda]

Lol least make a big boy.

 

[Mark_Mark]

Lol least make a big boy.

A Henry break action revolver in .45 Colt!

 

[Pat Riot]

NEF/Lightening/RG. That's all I see.

I wonder how long that ZAMAK grip frame and trigger guard will hold up for?

Brass plated Zinc? Supposition or from a reliable source?

This is from the Henry website:
Borrowing design cues from its long gun brethren, the Big Boy Revolver touts highly polished blued steel throughout the medium-sized frame, quick-release cylinder, and 4” barrel. In addition, genuine American walnut grip panels are affixed to both sides of a mirror-like brass trigger guard that’s visible around the grip to the top of the backstrap.

https://www.henryusa.com/handguns/big-boy-revolver/

 

[EMC45]

Brass plated Zinc? Supposition or from a reliable source?

It was pure speculation. That or brass, which I think would be a poor frame material for a 357 magnum revolver. I know the rimfire lever rifles are some type of alloy (both blued and brass) that is silver colored when you scratch the finish off. It is ZAMAK 5 for the lever guns.

 

[JCooperfan1911]

 

[Mark_Mark]

WOW! Sales Rep has the energy of a turtle

He’s not excited about the revolver either

 

[Driftwood Johnson]

WOW! Sales Rep has the energy of a turtle

He is an engineer, not a performer.

It appears the frame is steel, not brass. The trigger guard/grip frame is brass. I would not worry about 357 ammo with a steel frame.

Still not interested in buying one, but it does appear to be to be fairly well designed. The interchangeable front sights and the quick release cylinder are plusses in my book.

 

[GarnetandBlack]

He is an engineer, not a performer.

It appears the frame is steel, not brass. The trigger guard/grip frame is brass. I would not worry about 357 ammo with a steel frame.

Still not interested in buying one, but it does appear to be to be fairly well designed. The interchangeable front sights and the quick release cylinder are plusses in my book.

I don’t think he’s much of either if someone gives you a blank slate and that’s the design….he can’t design or sell.

 

[JCooperfan1911]

WOW! Sales Rep has the energy of a turtle

He’s not excited about the revolver either

I thought so too. Shorty needs to work on his PR skills.

He also needs to work on designing a better looking and more reasonably priced revolver.

 

[Mark_Mark]

I thought so too. Shorty needs to work on his PR skills.

He also needs to work on designing a better looking and more reasonably priced revolver.

took me about 2 years to learn how to sell. You need to know the product like the back of your hands and don’t take no for an answer!