Color case hardening gives this Big Boy a vintage look that suits its octagon barrel and straight grip. Henry chambers the 16.5-inch carbine in .357 Magnum and .38 Special, with a seven-round capacity and a side gate for easy loading.

The Big Boy series was built as a larger version of Henry's popular .22 Classic lever guns, meant for hunting, target shooting, and personal protection. This carbine pairs old West style with a receiver drilled and tapped for scope mounts, so a modern optic can be fitted if you want. Weight is listed at 7.4 pounds, with semi-buckhorn sights standard.

For woods hunting, the short barrel is quick and easy. For matches and the range, .38 Special loads keep recoil low and cut ammunition costs. A matching revolver in the same caliber is an obvious pairing, and the straight grip keeps the rifle slim in a scabbard.

Wipe the case-hardened finish to keep it bright and dry, and oil the action lightly. The carbine ships to your FFL dealer, where the background check is completed before you take it home.