The Mare's Leg is the sawed-off lever gun made famous on television, and Henry sells a legal, factory-built version. This Big Boy Mare's Leg is a pistol in .357 Magnum and .38 Special with a blued barrel, a hardened brass receiver and a side gate for loading.

It is classified as a pistol, so there is no shoulder stock. You hold it out front like a big handgun, or brace it against your body, depending on how you shoot it. Because of the size, it is a novelty and a conversation starter more than an everyday tool. Many owners enjoy it purely for fun and for Western-themed matches.

The side gate makes loading easy, and shooting .38 Special keeps recoil mild while .357 Magnum loads give it some thunder. Brass catches the light and ages to a rich color with handling.

A Mare's Leg is a showpiece first and a plinker second, so expect heads to turn at the range. Handle it carefully, and know the muzzle is never at rest. It ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check takes place at pickup.