Black finish and a 16.5-inch barrel make the Henry SPD Hush a hard-working carbine in .45-70 Government. The magazine holds four rounds, and the short barrel keeps the whole rifle quick to carry and swing.

The .45-70 is a cartridge that has been dropping big game for well over a century. In a short lever carbine, it works as a thick-cover rifle for deer, hogs, and bear where legal. Recoil will be stout with heavy loads, so choose ammunition carefully and practice from a rest.

A black finish hides scuffs and cuts glare, which suits a gun that sees time in a truck, a boat, or a tree stand. The short barrel is also easier to handle in tight quarters like a brush blind. Four rounds of .45-70 are plenty for most hunts.

Take care to wipe the metal after wet days, oil the action, and check the screws. Use a good recoil pad if you plan to shoot heavy loads at the range. It ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check is completed there before you take it home.