Henry Arms revolvers...

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First off I'm not here to discuss "this vs that". Just thought I'd look into what Henry's line of revolvers looked like. Already have Golden Boy rifles in 22LR and 22WMR and the craftmanship is excellent so I expected no less in their revolvers.

I have to say that my interest dropped quickly when I saw the prices on both the 357 and 22LR. MSRP is $928 for each model. The 22LR model is a 10 shot and actually weighs 2oz more than the .357. The 22LR comes with spare front sights so the shooter can fine tune his accuracy.

I'm sure Henry Arms is still a top notch firearms company but have their reviews gone to their head with pricing? Ten years ago my two Golden boy rifles cost $499 each. They're now up over $700.

I have several guns in 22LR (both revolver and pocket carry) so it isn't like I need another one just for plinking. Maybe I've just been out of the market too long?
 
That's what happens with time. I see people on here talk about gun prices back in the 90's/80's or even earlier and I am envious as a millennial. People buying crates of Chinese SKS rifles for 100$ when now just one averages about $600 where I am at. If you feel they are overpriced, I would avoid them. Maybe you can find them used eventually.
 
When they were first introduced the Henry revolvers were big news with articles and reviews everywhere. Now there's hardly a word.
Personally, I never cared for them. Just didn't like the looks and the price was way more than I'd give. I've never actually seen one in the flesh or for sale anywhere around me.
I think they turned into a big nothing. Don't be surprised if Henry drops them before long. :rolleyes:
 
They are supposed to be well built, but as mentioned in previous posts, they are overpriced and not too attractive. Too many other vintage Smiths and Rugers available to obtain at near the same price or better instead of them.
 
$499 in 2014 dollars is $660 today so that may be about right. It's the curse of getting old. You see the long-term inflation.

The Python I bought for $350 in 1982 inflates out to $1300 today. That's about right. The minimum wage was $2.30 an hour and I rented a nice apartment for $300. Yes, everything was cheaper but you made a lot less too. I was a young man making $10.00 an hour, which today would be $37.50.
 
The 357 models are somewhat common in this market. Street price is usually mid 700 range. I don't think they sell very well. Didn't know they had a 22 model, never seen one.

I've been slightly intrigued by the bird's head grip model but not enough to pay $800. Haven't seen any on the used market yet.
 
I've had a passing interest in them, and handled a couple. Last one I handled was pretty smooth and well made, but the crown looked like it was made with a chainsaw file. I think an issue they face in marketing is that they went with an old, vintage type of styling. The caveat being that those who are drawn to that aesthetic still have a broad selection of Smiths, Colts, and perhaps even Rugers available at the same price range.

I'd still buy one for the right price, just because they're a bit different,and I think they may become an oddity in the future. That having been said, feel that I can totally see why it wouldn't be a hot seller.
 
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All them "******" old Enfields, Arisakas, K-31s, M-39s...

Police turn in Model 10s for $110 each...sigh...

If only I had today's paycheck back then. Of course..I was just another kid in the 80's, so...there is that...
 
The price of steel has gone up exponentially over the years. Priced any Snap-On tools lately? :eek:

Hopefully, after the election prices will come down. :cool:
 
gunbarrel said:
LOL...I'm old. I remember pallets loaded with SKS Chinese rifles selling for $59.95 :-)
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I bought an SKS in 1988 for $79 including a bandolier and 1000 rounds of chinese ammunition. I sold the same rifle last year for $580 with 800 rounds of the same ammo. I thought I did pretty good.
 
I like it, but it's the wrong gun at the wrong time. In 1970 or so, the 4" .357, especially the Python and Model 19, were the primo guns that permit holders coveted in the NYC region. Not no more, Billy. This gun would appeal to an older crowd like myself, but we already have the 4" .357s that we like. Also, some of us are thinning out our 'inventory' and are not in the market for another service-size .357. It is sad, IMO. I'd really like to handle one. I know the Imperatos from NYC and they offer quality products.

Now if they were to offer a 2"!...;) (You know me!)

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