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Single Shot 357
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 2:30 pm
by ESquared
Found a pretty screaming deal on FunJoker on a 357 SS in Brass that a shop owner had brought in special order, deal fell through, etc.
It will be making its maiden voyage during next week's KC get-together, but I got it cleaned up and used a bit of RenWax and Ballistol to make it photo-worthy.
Have no experience with the Brasslite finish, but, as I understand it, it's the same alloy that HRA used in 22LR "Golden Boys." It shines up very nicely and seems to have some sort of top-coat that might protect it. To my eye, it's a slightly different color than the true brass receivers in Big Boys, but, since this will be easier to maintain, I might just let my 45Colt Brass "weather out" and get a nice patina going. The furniture is decent, especially the forearm.
Here a few pics from the kitchen island (flying the colors, natch!).
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 2:46 pm
by RanchRoper
Very nice, looks great.
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 3:09 pm
by PT7
Really looks to be a very nice find, and having a SS is very
.
Ah, I'm still into
wood big time! Agreed, the grains in that Henry forearm look great. And the stock holds its own, too. Good 'ole MO wood....yeah
I'll look forward to seeing it at the KC gathering.
You know, I just realized I don't have to wait for you to post a range report on this rifle.
I'll simply watch you "make" the report.
PT7
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 6:09 pm
by Mags
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Henry center fires are a solid brass alloy. Only the rimfires are brasslite. You got it shined up real pretty anyway. Enjoy shooting it next week as well as the fellowship of the get together!
ESquared wrote: ↑Sat Aug 10, 2019 2:30 pm
Found a pretty screaming deal on FunJoker on a 357 SS in Brass that a shop owner had brought in special order, deal fell through, etc.
It will be making its maiden voyage during next week's KC get-together, but I got it cleaned up and used a bit of RenWax and Ballistol to make it photo-worthy.
Have no experience with the Brasslite finish, but, as I understand it, it's the same alloy that HRA used in 22LR "Golden Boys." It shines up very nicely and seems to have some sort of top-coat that might protect it. To my eye, it's a slightly different color than the true brass receivers in Big Boys, but, since this will be easier to maintain, I might just let my 45Colt Brass "weather out" and get a nice patina going. The furniture is decent, especially the forearm.
Here a few pics from the kitchen island (flying the colors, natch!).
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 6:27 pm
by BigAl52
Looks good Evan congrats on the great deal you got to. Now get over to the how many thread and log it in.
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 8:09 pm
by Yornoc3
Really Nice One! That receiver sure is shiny
. The brass versions with nice wood like that are sharp.
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 8:42 pm
by krunchnik
Very nice-just wondering for wonders sake - do they field strip like the shotgun singles-where the barrel comes apart from the receiver?
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2019 9:42 pm
by Yornoc3
Krunchnik,
They don't have a latch (Anson-Dealy, etc.) like break action shotguns, the forearm is attached with a screw. Henry single shots are broken down by driving out the hinge pin, something I haven't felt a need to do, yet
. It's explained in the manual, and appears to be really simple to do, but, since it's something that requires tools, I don't see it as very practical for transport in a take down case, for example. Besides, their overall length is only around 38", so they're quite compact.
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sun Aug 11, 2019 8:22 am
by tractortad
Yornoc3 wrote: ↑Sat Aug 10, 2019 9:42 pm
Krunchnik,
They don't have a latch (Anson-Dealy, etc.) like break action shotguns, the forearm is attached with a screw. Henry single shots are broken down by driving out the hinge pin, something I haven't felt a need to do, yet
. It's explained in the manual, and appears to be really simple to do, but, since it's something that requires tools, I don't see it as very practical for transport in a take down case, for example. Besides, their overall length is only around 38", so they're quite compact.
Actually, they come apart a lot easier than most takedown rifles. You don't need to remove the forearm and since the hinge pin is held in by a detent, it is easy to take out - we take ours apart by using the eraser end of a pencil to push the hinge pin out. You can put the pin back in by just pushing it with your fingers.
Re: Single Shot 357 "Brasslite"
Posted: Sun Aug 11, 2019 8:35 am
by ESquared
Mags wrote: ↑Sat Aug 10, 2019 6:09 pm
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Henry center fires are a solid brass alloy. Only the rimfires are brasslite. You got it shined up real pretty anyway. Enjoy shooting it next week as well as the fellowship of the get together!
Nope. From an "American Rifleman" review, which is typical of many written about the single shot lineup. HRA doesn't really own up to it, and it's obvious to see them side-by-side.
"The receiver is not actually made of brass (which is soft, heavy and tends to stretch out of spec eventually) but a much more durable proprietary brass-plated alloy called Brasslite, which is treated with a clear coating to preserve its mirror finish."