This just hit the top of the Henrys-to-buy list. We think that the lever is truly Americas rifle, he adds. Mine is in .308 and will kick empties as well as my Model 88 or Browning BLR had. For me, aquality scope in fixed four or six power will suffice in magnification for hunting, and likely be more durable than Illever need. I have a bright, clear scope on an incredibly accurate Marlin 1894 .44 Magnum, which is awesome for pigs and deer in poor light. Kevin Steele of Petersen's HUNTING is with Dawn Wehunt of Rock River Arms INC. learning about the new Ascendant platform. And I will have to get my son one as well as he has always admired my savage . Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. Currently casting and loading: .32 Auto, .380 Auto, .38 Special, 9X19, .357 Magnum, .257 Roberts, 6.5 Creedmoor, .30 WCF, .308 WCF. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Action Type: Lever Action Rifle The new Long Ranger incorporates Henry's interpretation of certain Model 88 and Model 99 design elements, along with their own innovations. Mag cannot be any larger or the lever wont cycle. The BLR mag release is a short, recessed lever at the bottom of the receiver, directly in front of the magazine, which I find easier to use. Visually and mechanically, the Long Ranger has a lot in common with Brownings BLR. If you make a 308 detachable magazine rifle that doesnt fit an AR-10 magazine you are doing it wrong. Of course, these are different rifles from different manufacturers that are made in different countries and none of their parts are interchangeable. The Long Ranger hammer has a longer travel and requires noticeably less effort to cock. Dont leave anything, especially guns to your kids! I'm a big fan of Henry rifles and the company. Sights are a genuine limitation, especially with many older rifles. The Henry may be more "practical," but the Browning's finish is prettier and very durable. My New Years resolution was to buy a new Henry this year. Other manufacturers have simply designed their lever-action rifles around pointed bullet cartridges in the first place. Moving forward I have cleaned, lubricated, and hand worked this LR action a thousand times. But turning theplan into reality wasnt easy. I sent the rifle back to Henry, and they took care of it. I kept mine in the shade when not moving. In recent years many hunters abandoned the lever-action, but a lot of them are coming back home. A Cold War era classic with smooth lines, a legendary back story, and an exotic-sounding name, Beretta's Model 71 was definitely a mouse that roared. Those seeking something different and even more durable will appreciate the All-Weather Big Boy with its hard chrome finish and weather-resistant black-coated stocks or the newer X-Model with tactical features like a threaded barrel, fiber optic sights, and black synthetic M-Lok stocks. Of course, yourbodys geometry will determine how you set the gun. You probably know that firearms chambered in 5.56 NATO can also fire .223 Remington ammunition safely. 5.0. A spongy, heavy trigger was one of the most common complaints about the Model 88. 1. Only con I can think of is that the action feels very rough and that I am fighting machine burrs the entire stroke. Now to find a land owner that will allow me to hunt wild boar to start with, that would be the go for me to get into this. Style, Fit and Finish * * * * * was chosen. The BLR Lightweight with a pistol grip walnut stock, the subject of this comparison, comes with a 20" carbine length, chromoly, button rifled barrel in short action calibers. Theres no plastic on this gun. However, used Savage 99s are available and affordable. Currently Henry is contemplating other short-action chamberings that will be announced. Next, you'll notice the unique bolt design. Henry's new Long Ranger may change your perception of lever-action guns. Get Guns.com offers and news!! Now that Hennry has made one I must have one . I've also been wanting to buy a more modern .30 caliber gun. In close cover shots are often fast and presentations arent always perfect. Again, thanks for taking the time The guy from lane gave me a mag load of his match grade 308s and it seemed to be fine. Federal Fusion seems to be near the top.. The BLR uses a detachable box magazine. Thinking now of short magnums like the 6.5 SAUM and 7 WSM especially. The magazine to metal fit was excellent. Picked up an old henry from a friend with the rear sight missing, so i called Henry to order the parts to fix it. After calling Browning and being shocked by their price for re-timing the lever and bolt, he decided to try it himself. With their front locking bolts, the BLR and Long Ranger are as intrinsically accurate as comparable autoloading, falling block and bolt action hunting rifles. You should investigate its design how it is made and how it functions to make sure you believe it will work for your situation. One of the most instantly recognizable lever-action rifles is the Savage Model 99. Later, Winchesters Model 88, that takes a detachable box magazine, came chambered for cartridges such as the .284 Win. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. It will be hanging above the door real soon. |, Python Hunter Catches 28 in Florida Python Challenge, Fail Video: Tournament Bass Angler Falls From Boat, Loses Fishing Rod, Great Gear: Bering Optics Rubicon Pro Reflex Sight, Best How-To Deer Hunting Article Ive Ever Read. I plan to find a Henry Long Ranger and put my hands on it to see how I like the way it feels and handles. carbine versions of both rifles that are compared here come with 20 inch barrels. Its a tack driver. My old buddy Payton Miller is a fan of the .35 Remington, slow but hard-hitting. Publisher of Petersen's HUNTING magazine, Kevin Steele is at the Steiner Optics booth with Alberto Corbetta to discuss the Predator 4 and Predator 8. Epic 22 Pocket Pistol: The Beretta 71 Jaguar. With their smooth receivers and no bolt handle sticking out the side, these lever actions are more comfortable to carry in the hand, or slung over the shoulder, than a bolt action or autoloading rifle. I love the 308 round and own 5 rifle in that caliber. I plan to get a Big Boy in .44 Mag and I would love to have a Long Ranger at some point. They wanted a new lever action design specifically intended for use with high intensity, short action cartridges (primarily the .308 Winchester family) and the Long Ranger is the result. All Petersen's Hunting subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. One weighs 55 grains & the other weighs 62 grains. That light cleaning regimen stabilized accuracy and brought the average 100-yard group size down to 1.46 inches. Please , please chamber it in .338 federal ! The lever action is John Wayne, fast-firing Chuck Connors as The Rifleman, and even Teddy Roosevelt. However, instead of burying the receiver in a one-piece stock in Model 88 and bolt action style, a two-piece stock design more reminiscent of traditional lever action rifles (Savage 99, etc.) The trigger on the Henry is far superior, and I got better accuracy out of this than any blr Ive ever shot. The geared action uses a six-lug rotary bolt, and like other Henry firearms, are made in America of US-components, including beautiful American Walnut stocks. It also has less creep (almost none) before release. I bought a cheap Lee Classic neck size only reloading kit, the tap in and out with a hammer type. Tired of the tacticool crap. Just throwing this out there because I e always wanted one since I watched The Rifleman with my Dad as a kid. The lever-action is Americas unique contribution to firearms design. Just a press on the slightly curved bottom of the magazine and an audible and tactile click lets you know its locked in. A winchester 70 featherweight has a street price of $900 It comes with a beautifully grained walnut stock with a matte clearcoat. Id use it more, but the top-eject 1886 action is iron sights only, so I have to be careful where I take it. Thanks for the tip. For hunters seeking greater stopping power when hunting bigger game, stepping up to the similarly designed Marlin Model 1895 chambered in .45-70 Govt is ideal. Sure, you could buy two Ruger Americans, Savage Axis etc. Another difference is the rack and pinion geared lever and bolt design that can accommodate high-pressure modern magnum rounds. Often regretted that decision. Can't talk for the Henry, but I had the BLR back in the day. Perhaps Sako should reintroduce the Finnwolf. Its a hunting rifle, not a tactical bullet hose. If that is what someone else likes, go for it, thats why we have choices. The Browning's black walnut stock is described as "Grade 1," which is standard grade walnut. Would it go better with a matte or gloss Leupold scope? I can cycle the Long Rangerwith just my pinky, without any pause. I have a 22 mag with the octogon barrel and it's squirrel head accurate at 50 yards. I think Ill keep the M71 I have now, a first year of manufacture Deluxe, with an aperture sight on the rear of the bolt. Because customers asked for it, Henry GM Andy Wickstrom said, simply enough. Privacy Policy. I would like a comparison review of Henry Single shot .308/7.6251 to the Henry long Ranger for accuracy. All Rights Reserved. Of all of them even remotely in this price range, only one, the heavier and [$100]more expensive Ruger Hawkeye Predator in 6.5 Creedmor, matches the Long Rangerin out-of-the box accuracy. Id like to see a little better finishing of the metal. Veteran, army medic, proud Texas son. or .308 Win. Aesthetics are a personal matter. I hope they get around to a pistol grip sooner rather than later. If I was going to use this gun from a rest most of the time, Id opt for the lowest rings I could get. now the bad side (besides the farting girlfriend, even worse when she Dutch ovens you) on my second shoot I had a terrible time with rounds not seating on the bolt or chambering properly, sometimes locking the lever or not firing when triggered. I purchased my 2nd 308 because some black face communist dictator made mine illegal. Almost forgot theres also two action lengths . Years of development and pushing the limits of what is possible in a rifle optic have led up to this moment. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. less than $400 if the $800 is too much for you. 6.5 Cteedmoor as well as .338 Federal will be two of the additional rounds released later this year. We contemplated an internal hammer and tang safety but struggled with concepts for making high performance while avoiding non-traditional looks, says Imperato regarding the Long Rangers aesthetics. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. Often I see that with all-copper bullets because they tend to be made from a softer copper alloy and can really lay down copper in the bore. Unfortunately action has not improved. Is it smart to leave a weapon near a hot stove? I felt the Henry was smoother and at least for me cycled and fed better. The BLR is currently chambered to 17 cartridges, including four WSMs and two belted magnums. is a no-brainer. 2023 Grand View Outdoors All Rights Reserved They cant keep up with demand and they are expanding capacity to be able to meet the demand for this line. Of the two mentioned, I would go with the Henry. rear, ramp front; drilled and tapped for scope mounts, Stock: Checkered American black walnut w/recoil pad and sling swivels, Sights: Folding adj. It was hard to handle with gloves on when hunting in cold weather. However, no current rifles are chambered to .35 Remington, and the BLR is the worlds last .358 Winchester still in production. Either rifle would normally be carried in the field with the chamber loaded and the hammer lowered (to the "quarter cock" position in the case of the BLR and all the way to the frame in the case of the Long Ranger). Ive been looking for a sighted 308 Long Ranger for a couple of months now and cant find one anywhere unless you want to spend an extra 600 bucks for a special edition model which I wouldnt dare take hunting anyway. For more information, please see our 308 WE CAME ACROSS A .223 HENRY LONG RANGER WHICH I PURCHASED ON A JUST BECAUSE WHIM IT PROMPTLY SHOT 1 GROUPS WITH 60 GRAIN 69 GRAIN AMMO ,TRIGGER PULL IS GREAT ABOUT 400 ROUNDS FIRED SO FAR , WE HAVE KILLED HOGS , DEER AND COYOTES WITH THIS RIFLE AND IT PLEASES ME TO SAY THAT WE HAVE NOT HAD A SINGLE PROBLEM. Actually, hunting rifle accuracy is very over emphasized today. For more information: www.henryrifles.com. The inexpensive and commonly available Federal Premium 168grain SMK cartridge scored an extremely consistent 1 group after fully 10 five-round groups. With Cabelas Points and gift cards in excess of $500, I think I may own one of these soon. If you accuracy test one, you MUST wait until the barrel cools between shots. Great accuracy for a lever action ie for a gun Herr Mauser made obsolete a century ago Like all manually operated actions, and unlike autoloading actions, they allow reloaders to eject fired cases into the hand or onto a shooting bench to prevent dirt, dents and scratches. The web site I suggest you start looking thru appears to label all their 5.56 ammo as .223 Remington ammunition, so just in case I wanted to reiterate these slight differences before suggesting you go there & then find no 5.56 NATO ammo because they call it .223 Remington. I use a brass rod, a muzzle guard (Kleen-Bore, Dewey or Bore-Tech) and Shooters Choice MC-7. First I suggest looking into Lehigh Defenses Controlled Chaos Bullet design if you never have. Second, the high gloss wood finish on the stock and high gloss bluing gives the rifle an incredible glare in sunlight while working through the woods. I own several lever guns and am very comfortable with them. Kevin Steele from Petersen's HUNTING speaks to Jordan Egli of Burris Optics about the all-new Veracity PH Riflescope. The BLR's checkering is applied to the grip and fore end in four panels. So one of those and a revolver makes the most sense. When Henry Repeating Arms revealedtheir box-fed lever-action Long Ranger series, I asked to test one in .308 Winchester. Some guns are fancy collector pieces, too nice or historically important to take afield with regularity. Great rifle for the whitetails we were after in those days. Had a chance to buy one in 1978 for $225. Yea, nothing against ARs, but not my cup of tea. Gun would strictly be for mule deer and elk hunting out to 500 yards (I would get the 308 chamber offering) and would anticipate still about 1400 ft lbs of energy at 500 yards T timberelk Well-Known Member Joined Mar 26, 2017 This means the cartridge must be placed most of the way into the chamber with the muzzle depressed before the bolt can be closed; otherwise the cartridge will fall out through the magazine well. I wonder though. I have been looking at bolt guns in .308 for some time now. Working the lever provides a smooth bolt slide in and out of the receiver. Much to my surprise, they all absolutely adore my Ruger 77/357 bolt gun. Give a Gift There is no separate mechanical safety. There is even a stainless/laminated, takedown version of the Lightweight '81 model. Watch Mrgunsngears video review where he explains this. 6.5 Creedmoor: nothing beats 120 GMX Superformance in short action. I sold my BLR twelve years ago, I asked Browning to address these issues but no response. Add to that the greater ballistic ability afforded by shooting pointed bullets and the Long Ranger delivers what its name promises. (Ifyou haventfit end caps to rifle stocks and become a neurotic nerd about it, youll never notice.) This one is different. Question of the Day: What Other Weapons Should A Gun Owner Own? Try it. 2. Unlike traditional lever action rifles that rely on a quarter cock hammer notch safety, the BLR cannot be forced to fire by a strong blow on the hammer, even if it breaks internal parts. those words are like yelling free timmies coffee (yes Canadian) and within seconds I had almost everyone on the firing line helping. Model Number: H014-308 bolt removal etc. I cant say much about the smootheness of the action because Cabalas wouldnt unlock the lever and let me cycle it. Kevin Steele of Petersen's HUNTING is at the Streamlight booth at SHOT Show 2023 to go over the Bear Trap light from Streamlight. Almost the only exception was Sakos excellent Finnwolf, but unfortunately, its also gone. Seen the 223 for even less. Thanks Michael, This prevents stabbing the index finger with the end of the trigger as the lever is closed. Another point to ponder. The magazine didnt fit flush and rattled really bad. Barrel lengths are most often either 20- or 24-inches. How do these two rifles stack up to each other? By todays standards this isnt impressive, but these ballistics have been adequate for deer-size game for 125 years and remain so today. In recent decades, the lever-action rifle has appeared to be on the ropes. Were it hand cut, this would be the more expensive checkering scheme. The extra heft moderates recoil, but makes the rifle more tiring to carry in the field. The model tested wasset up for a scope. Time didnt allow a thorough testing of several different loads to further diagnose the stringing so I simply pushed a patch wetted with Hoppes Elite Bore Cleaner followed by a dry patch between groups. Its nice that there are a few options out there for the half dozen or so of us who arent really interested in ARs and budget, plastic stocked bolt guns. 5 reasons why the HENRY LONG RANGER is the BEST LEVER GUN EVER! The wood-to-metal fit is very good, but not perfect. Right now, the lever-action is once again hot. $850 I believe. Henry's Long Ranger is the best lever action. Of course, Henrys motto Made in America or Not Made at All was non-negotiable. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Many of them conducted by people and organizations who aren't hesitant to call crap crap. Trigger job on the Browning requires a knowledgable gunsmith. Included are steel sling swivel studs, Weaver style scope bases and a solid black recoil pad. Unless youve used a Henry, you dont understand the quality of the worksmanship. I picked one up a few weeks ago from Cabelas. Stock: Straight grip checkered American Walnut with buttpad Other features: Sling swivel studs, solid black rubber recoil pad I took two days to do the accuracy testing, and I took whatever time it took to pull the trigger. With that construction, loads such as the .30-30 Win. Don, if I understand your question correctly you are basically asking for information regarding any new or fast approaching improvements to the 5.56 x 45 mm also known as the 5.56 NATO cartridge. I have the Savage 99c in 308 and it has always been my go to rifle. Wont by an AR because the way the action works I get hot gases burning the inside of my nose, but not with a lever gun. The BLR appears to be a bit more nicely finished. Lol! Former gun slinger, current gun writer. Opinions please and thanks. There is no comparison. A .30-30 is the most common lever action, followed probably by Marlins and Winchesters in pistol cartridges, originally .44-40. Henry is coming out with a single shot that looks really nice for Their price is close so I'm wondering about accuracy. I have owned one or another M71/.348 since I was in my 20s, often used for hogs and black bearseven bison. feeding might be an issue in the Henry. The disadvantage is that the magazine may be separated from the rifle and lost, rendering the rifle a single shot that is usually very difficult to load, due to the yawning opening left by an absent magazine. Because their bolts lock at the head, case stretch in minimized in the BLR and Long Ranger. In fact, with the hammer back, if you point the rifle in the air and break the seal on the action, the rifle will open completely on its own with just the weight of the bolt. As a gun writer, I shoot a lot of different rifles and have done so for a long time. A notable feature is that the trigger moves with the lever when it is operated, which prevents the shooter's trigger finger from being pinched between the lever and the stock when the lever is closed. Although there are a number of excellent lever action hunting rifles from several manufacturers that are chambered for traditional rimmed cartridges (.30-30, .25-35, .38-55, .444 Marlin, etc. I have had the Henry in 45-70 and no issues. To fire a shot, you just manually cock the hammer; there is no manual cross-bolt or sliding tang safety to forget or fumble. Didnt have to look for a left handed bolt. This makes them eminently suitable for reloaders. Their cartridges loaded with this .223 caliber 62 grain Controlled Chaos Bullet claim an initial Muzzle Velocity of around 3100 fps and Muzzle Energy of 1323 ft lbs. The free floated barrel on the Long Ranger will surpass the BLR. This was unacceptable to me. Its MOA accurate and oh-so-pretty pretty. getting a second magazine for the Henry is next to imposable . This has caused many people to believe this is simply the exact same cartridge called by 2 different names. I was expecting 1.5 to 2MOA. The web-sight claims the 55 grain bullets average a muzzle velocity of 3300 fps and Muzzle Energy of 1330 ft lbs. And I have loaded some FGMM clones (per Dan Newberry). The group with that round was also almost twice as large as some others. (Not exactly hunting conditions.) Its nothing but a browning BLR with henry name. the gunsmith I used to live back-to-back with had to clean the underbolt rack of a BLR 308 he'd sold a couple years before. Henry Repeating Arms Co. AR-7 Magazine .22 LR 8 Rounds Steel Black HS-15. They purchased a design from a foreign interest if memory serves. I used to have a BLR. Has no tolerance for any heat. In the world of lever-actions, there are five that reach across all categories. Man if I knew what Oxner knows I could throw away what I know. I still use iron sights for short-range situations, such as black bears and wild hogs, but Im pretty useless before sunrise, and I lose the last few minutes of shooting light. In any case, the lever stroke is shorter than that of a Winchester Model 94 or Marlin 336. Similarly, the BLR needs a glove loop lever. Lastly for 5.56 NATO weapons they sell cartridges they have made with Hornadys V-Max bullet design in both 50 and 55 grain weights. for the price, but you you can also buy a hell of a lot of Big Macs for the price of prime rib. However, its more expensive than the BLR (~$100+ more than my SS Lightweight) and its heavier. Consequence knows about. And this one is pricey enough to ping the radar. The trigger was very heavy and not conducive to field accuracy. I really like browning. In Ca. Henry is renown for the head of the company helping you. Henry has a better trigger, wood and I like the way it cycles better(smoother). That 1 3/4 was the worst of the group, and frankly, good enough for most hunting. The BLR is more standard shape and feel of the butt stock and foregrip. Henry, on the other hand, actually publishes a wonderful video on their website showing how to disassemble and reassemble the LR, which shows how the small parts can be removed for replacement. Without efficiency this wouldnt make sense, but the lever-action is more effective than we give it credit for. The on surprise was the recoil. Sure would be nice to know how long for Henry to get the sighted version out into the market place, if its too long I just may have to settle for the sightless model which is pretty much available with on line gun web sites. Springing from John Brownings Model 1894 design, the 94 has surely accounted for more meat in the freezer than most any other lever gun, due to the length of its production run, which continues today. And BTW, a Savage bear hunter bolt action has a street price of $1000. So far it has taken 5 deer and 7 pigs. it looks great, its action is smooth as a baby. Mag. Nosler Accubonds have never failed me in his caliber. Im guessing you asked this in hopes finding the most lethal 5.56 NATO ammunition currently available. It is fitted with a generous butt pad to help recoil. The .308 Winchester is widely considered to be an accurate cartridge. Instead of a traditional lifter system, like on most lever guns, the Long Ranger strips cartridges from the top of the box magazine just like a bolt-action rifle. And there are other alternatives, including Big Horn Armorys new Model 89 and some excellent off-shore reproductions of classic designs. If you don't want to bring your iPad into the bathroom, we can send you a magazine subscription for free! Unfortunately, both of these cartridges were almost lost to Marlins changes in ownership and manufacturing facilities. Turnbull also offers the .470 Turnbull, scaled down to fit the Marlin action. Thats a five-shot group from 100 yards, all bagged up (as were theothers). However, long action calibers (.270 Win. The standard BLR Lightweight comes with a pistol grip stock and a Schnable fore end, but there is also a BLR Lightweight '81 model with a straight hand stock and a fore end secured by a carbine band. The BLR uses a slightly different design than its earlier lever predecessors, with a rack-and-pinion driven system and a trigger that travels with the lever. MSRP:$1014.95 (at Cabelas for ~$889). Can the action handle the pressures of some of the compact mag rounds? When you venture afield with a lever-action rifle, you must feel at least a small surge of patriotic pride. I love lever guns! Youre probably thinking whitetails, but most black bear and wild hog hunting is done at close range, and there are plenty of situations for elk and moose where reach isnt necessary. You have entered an incorrect email address! If you havent seen or handled one Thanks for that input, JWT. All rights reserved. It seems the overwhelming majority really like the Long Ranger. I then purchased the elk special wildlife edition because apparently I have more money then sense. Why would a lever action carbine need a tight chamber I have no idea, especially when the rack and pinion mechanism isn't the strongest thing. Looks good though. I was hoping Henry would put on a Lyman peep or at least a Skinner and wrote them such when the Long Ranger first came out. It weighs 7 lbs and has an over all length of 40.5". Ugh. The Big Horn Armory M89 Spike Driver, chambered to .500 S&W, is another big-bore lever action. Hard to shoot well while chucking one's cookies. In that caliber lever stroke is shorter than that of a lot them..., often used for hogs and black bearseven bison 's black walnut with. 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