New Haven Arms Co 1860 Henry .44 Rimfire

Make: New Haven Arms Co
Model: 1860 Henry
Caliber: .44 Rimfire
Action: Lever
Barrel: 24
Bore: Dark
Serial # 12841
Condition: Very Good
Manufactured in 1865 as per serial number “12841”. Designed by Benjamin Tyler Henry in 1860, only 14,000 of these rifles were manufactured from 1860-1866 before being replaced by the Model 1866 under the Winchester Repeating Arms Co name. This rifle retains its original well kept brown patina with a couple very small light dings on the barrel, the bore may be dark in appearance but still maintains evidence of its full rifling, the rear ladder sight still has clearly marked numbers and the front brass sight looks to be in great shape. The wood stock has the famous “Henry Bump”with a deep dark finish and brass buttplate with trapdoor. There is also a small crack at the very bottom underside tip where the wood meets the buttplate, there are also some small dents, dings, and scratches as all can be seen in the photos. There is still good follower spring strength in the 16 round magazine tube and the loading sleeve and sleeve latch rotate freely. The lever and action are smooth and functional The brass side plates and receiver have some dings and light scratches. Front and rear sling attachments are intact. There is a “W” stamp just behind the leaver locking knob on the bottom tang that depicts the inspector’s mark. Includes a shadow box with some old Henry ammunition depicting different areas they were found and apparent engagements. Also included is a comprehensive booklet cataloging the New Haven Arms Co Henry rifles. The previous owner was a historian and enjoyed sharing his knowledge and stories of the Indian Wars to audiences,family and friends. He volunteered at Fort Stanton New Mexico and shared his knowledge of firearms and sabers. He continued to share his knowledge at the Historical Museum in Barton County Kansas and Fort Hays in Hays, Kansas. The previous owner was also a member of the Lincoln County New Mexico Mounted Sheriff�s Posse. This Henry was his prized possession and in his collection for nearly 40 years. Please see photos. Non FFL