New Henry coming out -- 410 AXE

[GunnyGene]

that's a model I wouldn't have anticipated

Same here.

I can hardly imagine something like this would have more requests to be produced than say, a side gate PC rifle/carbine.

It would be interesting to see a listing of submitted requests for designs and the number for each.

I am wondering why I would ever need something like that for any reason. I think there would be better new things to bring out. Add a couple pistol grip models to go with all those straight grip rifles they have now. I want a case colored pistol grip 35 Remington. Prefer octagon but would take a round barrel.

This past year of sidegates feels to me like Henry is approaching this design change in their line up slowly for business reasons. Testing the waters if you will.

[fortyshooter]

Being a .410 shotgun could it cycle a .45 Colt in a pinch? Wouldn't need rifling for short distances which is what it's for.

[Cowboy Gun Fan]

I like the idea, but where's the rest of it?

Also, do I see both? A Side Gate and a Mag Tube?

[BigAl52]

Yup there is both there CGF

[Mistered]

I think there would be better new things to bring out.

I am wondering why I would ever need something like that for any reason.

Ditto on both!

I would like to see something like one of the new side load models in a 24-26" octagon barrel with a pistol grip style stock similar to the WInchester 'Deluxe' - or later called the 'Legacy'. Then my interest would be piqued.

Even better it it were in .25-35 !

[Mistered]

Being a .410 shotgun could it cycle a .45 Colt in a pinch?

Not necessarily.

Unless the gun is designed to fire both I would NOT do it.

The bore diameter of a .410 shotgun is , well .410 - and a .45 Colt round is .451.

Also if the choke is tight (like full) the bullet would most likely jam.

It HAS been done but it is NOT recommended.

[RanchRoper]

....add 10 minutes to the gunfight at the OK Corral while they pull them out of the holsters...

[Mags]

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my same thoughts

Me neither Jim but maybe they know more about market demands than we do. I sure do see alot of people asking for sidegate models in pistol calibers. Ive also seen people wanting single shots in 45 Colt. It will be interesting to see if any new models are coming out for the shot show.

[Vaquero]

I want a case colored pistol grip 35 Remington. Prefer octagon barrel.

Bandit you have no idea how many times I have said that very thing.

RP

[JEBar]

Me neither Jim but maybe they know more about market demands than we do.

there isn't any doubt about it .... I have yet to see them put out a line that doesn't sell

[GunnyGene]

Me neither Jim but maybe they know more about market demands than we do.

there isn't any doubt about it .... I have yet to see them put out a line that doesn't sell

This one won't sell in CA or Mass. Barrel is too short, illegal there.

[BrokenolMarine]

I have the mossberg shockwave in 12 gauge just for the truck and the polaris Ranger utv. Perfect for putting down suspected rabid "nuisance" critters as the fish and game folks call them here. (Skunk, possum, etc.). No season, no permits required. I might be of a mind to add that lil guy to the safe. Miss T might like it. She has a Mossberg 410 she likes already, but that compact would be a good fit on the tractor as well if a coyote popped up.

https://www.henryusa.com/firearms/lever-action-axe-410/

If I did pick one up, I would probably make a scabbard for it to fit the Ranger, or... Just tuck it in the seat back like we do the Shockwave.

[ESquared]

That looks like a serious critter gun, that's for sure. Not much use for us suburbanites, but if I were out there on some wild acreage, that'd be just the ticket.

[BrokenolMarine]

That looks like a serious critter gun, that's for sure. Not much use for us suburbanites, but if I were out there on some wild acreage, that'd be just the ticket.

Here on the farm, we've run across fox, racoons, possums, bobcat, coyotes, bear, deer, feral dogs/cats... All but the deer would raid both the chicken coop or the bunny hutch. The fox, bobcat, coyote, bear, and feral dogs could all make quick work of the 15 pound Westie if they caught her outside the electric mesh fence, or mom's watchful eye.

The bobcat and bear sightings are fairly rare... Mountain Lions have been seen in the county, and we have seen their tracks, twice. No actual mountain lions. (Cougars?)

Yup, the Axe might come in handy.

[fortyshooter]

I have the mossberg shockwave in 12 gauge just for the truck and the polaris Ranger utv. Perfect for putting down suspected rabid "nuisance" critters as the fish and game folks call them here. (Skunk, possum, etc.). No season, no permits required. I might be of a mind to add that lil guy to the safe. Miss T might like it. She has a Mossberg 410 she likes already, but that compact would be a good fit on the tractor as well if a coyote popped up.

https://www.henryusa.com/firearms/lever-action-axe-410/

If I did pick one up, I would probably make a scabbard for it to fit the Ranger, or... Just tuck it in the seat back like we do the Shockwave.

I have the 20 ga. shockwave and with the streamlight makes a nice "bump in the night" bedside gun along with carrying in my woods.

[Rep1954]

https://www.henryusa.com/firearms/lever-action-axe-410/

[JEBar]

Being a .410 shotgun could it cycle a .45 Colt in a pinch? Wouldn't need rifling for short distances which is what it's for.

the only ammo Henry mentions for use in their new AXE is 2 1/2" .410 shells

https://www.henryusa.com/firearms/lever-action-axe-410/

[Me78569]

I asked them for this exact thing about ~12 mnth ago haha.

Gotta buy one, really excited.

Great snake / rabbit / walking around the woods gun.

[Vaquero]

Found a pic:

I like the fact that it doesn't have the brass receiver like the new SG full size.
Wish it was a 3" chamber, I like it ok. I can see some uses, none for me at the present.
Now, ifn ya....
Take that receiver slap a 18" barrel and a pistol grip buttstock, that would be sexy. 3" chamber


RP

[Travlin]

I think that the problem with using three inch shells is that they are too long to feed using the standard lever action insides.