Large loop levers and a loading gate are two features that make the Big Boy easy to live with. Henry's H012GML is chambered in .357 Magnum, which means it also shoots .38 Special, so one box of ammunition can feed a rifle and a revolver.

The large loop gives plenty of space for a gloved finger in cold weather, and also helps shooters who like the Rifleman style of spinning the lever. The gate loading design offers a faster way to reload on a stand or at a match than the traditional tube feed.

With .38 Specials, shooting is gentle and cheap, ideal for steel plates and cowboy action stages. With .357 Magnum loads, it picks up enough speed for hogs and coyotes, and in places where law allows, for deer at moderate range.

A rifle like this fits into a ranch routine easily. Throw it in the truck, carry it on the tractor, and it works the same. Keep the action clean, oil it lightly, and wipe the metal after wet days. It ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check is completed there before pickup.