Henry 357/38 Revolver Forcing Cone Thoughts?

[SWFan27]

I own the Big Boy Classic 357/38 rifle and I have been waiting forever for this revolver to get added to the California approved firearms list. Thank God, that FINALLY happened, but that Henry shaved/smoothed forcing cone has me concerned. I never saw it up close until now. I would rather snag a cleaning rag than crack a forcing cone. This video shows the forcing cone right around the 5:12 point in the video. Anyone else think my concern may be legit?

[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5ViwXuZ-lI[/ame]

 

[ralph7]

I own the Big Boy Classic 357/38 rifle and I have been waiting forever for this revolver to get added to the California approved firearms list. Thank God, that FINALLY happened, but that Henry shaved/smoothed forcing cone has me concerned. I never saw it up close until now. I would rather snag a cleaning rag than crack a forcing cone. This video shows the forcing cone right around the 5:12 point in the video. Anyone else think my concern may be legit?

Henry Big Boy Revolver Review: A Classic Wheelgun with Modern Flair - YouTube

Not getting why you would think a well finished forcing cone would be prone to cracking...

 

[sodacan]

You'll never know until you shoot it. There are several reasons that I wouldn't buy that gun, but the forcing cone isn't one of them.

 

[chief38]

Smooth surfaces are less likely to crack that sharp ones.

 

[Shrek Of The Arctic]

I had a chance to handle one the other day. It was overall a really nice gun. Even the "Gunfighter" Bird's head grip was much more comfortable than it looks. Good fit and finish overall, good timing, tight lock up, good B/C gap, forcing cone looked just like I would want it to. Everything was nice, except....the action felt slightly sticky, and here's the big thing...the crown looked like it was done with a rotary file in a Dewalt.

As much as I hear negative feedback on their appearance, I think they're pretty acceptable looking overall, but....not acceptable looking enough to take the place of any of my S&W revolvers. IF I had a change of heart, I'd either want a discount on the one with the buggered crown, or I'd want one with a more properly cut crown.

 

[swagmeister]

At $928 retail, I don't think so! Could buy a very nice vintage K or L frame Smith for that price. As they say, " beauty is in the eye" but to me, that is a very unattactive firearm for that kind of money. I know, some will say street price will be cheaper, but that particular gun is just not for me at any price. With Henry's fine reputation, I hope that it turns out to be a solid, well built firearm and makes a lot of money for the company.

 

[mchom]

Henry

I think the forcing cone is ok
That's unfortunate about the poor quality crown. Shouldn't happen but it does...pardon the dust specs. Overall I am very pleased with the new Henry revolver. Well worth the cost. I think street price is around $850 give or take

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

Meh.....forcing cone is nice but I'll stick with my 681

 

[Glenn R. McMannly]

I think the forcing cone is ok
That's unfortunate about the poor quality crown. Shouldn't happen but it does...pardon the dust specs. Overall I am very pleased with the new Henry revolver. Well worth the cost. I think street price is around $850 give or take

Colt sent out the first batch of new Pythons with bad crown jobs.

 

[BKLooney]

Probably having an off day, but I can't figure out what this is inside the trigger guard..!

 

[smoothshooter]

What does a Henry revolver have to offer that can't be had with a Smith & Wesson?
Taurus seems to be the best alternative to a S & W ight now.

 

[STORMINORMAN]

If you like the firearm, well... Just go ahead and shoot it enough to be the 1st to file a warranty claim by wearing it out: you'll probably be the hero for all the other owners who actually use their guns?

Cheers!

 

[mchom]

That is the cylinder removal

Probably having an off day, but I can't figure out what this is inside the trigger guard..!

Pressing this and the cylinder assembly can be removed. A nice feature