Henry All-Weather Side Gate Lever Rifle .45-70, 18.43″ Barrel

The Henry All-Weather Side Gate lever rifle in .45-70 with an 18.43″ barrel is a hard-use lever gun built for hunters and shooters who refuse to let weather dictate their range time. Chambered in .45-70 Government, this rifle combines a corrosion-resistant hard chrome metal finish with stained hardwood furniture, a side loading gate for quick topping off, and an extended Picatinny scout rail for forward-mounted optics. It’s a practical, durable tool for anyone who needs a lever action that works when conditions turn foul.

Key Features

• Hard chrome metal finish — Resists rust and corrosion in rain, snow, and salt air, so you don’t have to baby your rifle after a wet hunt.
• Side loading gate — Lets you top off the tubular magazine without breaking your shooting position or removing the rifle from your shoulder.
• Extended Picatinny scout rail — Accepts forward-mounted red dots or low-power variables for faster target acquisition, especially on moving game.
• Adjustable rear peep sight — Provides a precise, repeatable sight picture for both close-range and out-to-200-yard shots, without relying on optics.
• Large loop lever — Makes gloved-hand operation smooth and positive, critical when temperatures drop or you’re wearing heavy hunting gloves.

Who It’s For

This rifle is for the precision-minded lever action shooter who demands reliability in wet, cold, or dirty environments. It’s ideal for backcountry hunters, brush gun enthusiasts, and anyone who wants a .45-70 that can handle a forward-mounted optic without giving up iron sight backup.

Pros & Cons

• Pro: Hard chrome finish offers real corrosion resistance — not just a coating that wears off after a season.
• Pro: Side gate loading complements the traditional tube loading tube, giving you two ways to keep the magazine full.
• Pro: Extended scout rail is factory-integrated, so you don’t need aftermarket drilling or tapping.
• Con: The 18.43″ barrel is a compromise — it’s handy in tight cover but reduces muzzle velocity by roughly 100–150 fps compared to a 22″ barrel, per common ballistic data for .45-70.
• Con: Hard chrome finish reflects light, which can spook game in open country if you’re not careful with your carry position.

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Get the Henry All-Weather Side Gate .45-70 Today

This rifle ships to all 50 states, usually within 1–2 business days from order. You get a 30-day return window, and checkout is secure. Over 250,000 lever-action rifles were sold in the U.S. in 2025, and the Henry All-Weather Side Gate is a top choice for shooters who refuse to compromise on durability.

• ✅ Nationwide delivery (all 50 states)
• ✅ Ships 1-2 business days
• ✅ 30-day returns
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Last updated: April 2026