After cleaning, my next group measured a satisfying 0.55 inches. The less crap you have sticking out, the less chance of your rifle getting hung up on something when working through the brush. Note to HUNTER: Please see my posts above starting with Feb 11, 2017. These two rifles have numerous similarities, but also significant differences. Trigger job on the Browning requires a knowledgable gunsmith. This gave hunters a flat-shooting cartridge with near .308 Winchester performance from a traditionally styled Marlin lever-action rifle. What To Do When Your Rifle Breaks While On a Hunt, Venison Backstrap with Sweet & Spicy Peach Relish Recipe, The Only Three Guns You Need to Go Hunting, Tested Tough - Modern Zeiss Sports Optics. People are the same. Some claims of sub moa groups are out there but so bar Ive only seen proof of 1.5 at best. If you get to my area hit me up and you can come hold the Henry. The lever throw of both rifles is less than 90 degrees. 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. Any gun that gives bolt accuracy that a leftie can shoot w/o having to look for a gun built specifically for left hand shooting gets a big plus in my book. Much appreciated. However, the BLR hammer spur is about twice the width of the Long Ranger hammer spur (approx. Browning BLR production began in the 1960s and continues to this day with over 15 chamberings suited for hunters. 1. I derive satisfaction from the added challenge of using iron sights, but as I get older, my effective range has shrunk. Rifles are definitely in the you get what you pay for category. I plan to get a Big Boy in .44 Mag and I would love to have a Long Ranger at some point. It was hard to handle with gloves on when hunting in cold weather. Henry can keep up with demand eh? Oh and and can I rent the clown, I think some of my fellow Canadians at xmetal need a Bass slap for tarnishing our reputation of being the only country no one is scared of or worse confirming it by making ammo while drinking Labatt 50. Ive shot both and the Long Ranger has a much better trigger IMO. I would be interested in technical details about it, like exact magazine COAL, and whether the bolt lugs lock into a barrel extension or the barrel itself is cut. This rifle is an ultra-modern design built with state-of-the-art materials and methods. BLR has either a straight stock or a semi-pistol-grip stock, while the Long Ranger has a straight stock, and they are priced within just a few dollars of each other. Because customers asked for it, Henry GM Andy Wickstrom said, simply enough. The Long Ranger doesnt have anexternal safety. The Long Rangers wood isntAAA Fancy grade, but its well figured and the model tested is at least a Fancy A grade American Walnutmaybe closer to AA. The BLR is currently chambered to 17 cartridges, including four WSMs and two belted magnums. Liberalism isn't just a disease anymore, it is a mental disorder. Kevin Steele of Petersen's HUNTING is with Dawn Wehunt of Rock River Arms INC. learning about the new Ascendant platform. | 0.6" vs. 0.3") and less angular, which gives the cocking thumb a superior platform. As a complete greenie, I think this rifle would be the best all around for the only one I will ever own to go deer and wild boar hunting in Georgia. The Long Ranger's checkering wraps around the grip area in one panel and wraps around the fore end in another panel. Who wants a long range rifle with the ballistics of a pistol? 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. Im among them. Both are based on a geared (rack and pinion) lever action that operates a bolt with a rotating, multi-lug head that locks into a barrel extension via cam action when the lever is closed. Thank you for writing this article. Henry has a better trigger, wood and I like the way it cycles better(smoother). The Long Ranger safety is an automatic transfer bar mounted in the hammer face. Big Macs vs Prime Rib. I have never understood the hatred of Henry 22s. i own 3 - 39A all 3 are accurate and my Henry 22`s in golden boys are accurate too.the old Marlin levers are built nicer and function better too.its your hard earned money you get to make the decision on what brand and cartridge you want to buy. If I wasnt poor, Id go buy one of these right now. This means that given adequate power they were plenty accurate for larger game, and Ive seen many that shot well enough to reach much farther. A smooth action, using an entirely different mechanism. I picked one up a few weeks ago from Cabelas. Of the two mentioned, I would go with the Henry. I did exactly the same thing with my BLR. Manufactured in the USA, the Henry Long Ranger in .243 is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, and comes with a steel-bodied flush-fit detachable magazine (4-rounds for the .243) Next year theyll branch out to other calibers. Youll like the trigger on the Henry Long Ranger. it seems to kick harder then my Marlin 45-70 dark (sbl) and I would not have ever guessed it when the rounds are side by side. A smooth working action is a Henryhallmark, and this one is no different. The Long Ranger's trigger is definitely superior. Publisher, Kevin Steele is with Brett Marquardt from Streamlight Inc. discussing the new Streamlight Pro Tac 2.0, the latest edition in the Pro Tac series. I tend to look at firearms as once-in-a-lifetime investments and save accordingly. If youre looking for a brush gun or intend to shoot 200 yards or less and want iron sights, Henrys similar lever-action in .30-30 Win. To me, thats silly. Henrys definitely marketing this rifle hard. After five rounds, I measured the group, then continued the testing with other rounds. Extra magazines are available from the manufacturer. I am a fan of the faster .358 Winchester. I thought that was too much and got a Winchester 70 for $175. Its just as good, if not better than most of the bolt-action rifles in this price range. This fall, with a mission to take a buck with a .30-30, I put an Aimpoint on a Mossberg 464, which is also angle eject, drilled and tapped. I havent taken it to the range yet but fit and finish are great and I really like the trigger. If you want to use the rifle for snap shooting or firing from the kneel or off a tree, stick with medium height rings. Similar to the traditional Henry lever guns, the Long Ranger employs the proven in-hammer sliding transfer bar as a safety. Also, Im partial to the pistol grip stock and I like the BLRs trigger travelling with the lever (no pinching), although the trigger isnt the greatest needs a trip to Neil Jones, I think. The Browning BLR and Henry Long Ranger rifles are engineered to bypass the pressure limitations of traditional lever action designs. I might have to get this. This is because the BLR hammer is a two-piece design and the upper part, including the striking face of the hammer, rotates down to clear the firing pin if forced forward by a blow on the hammer. Thanks to Henry for a fine rifle. The Grade 1 black walnut stock is given a high gloss finish that brings out what grain and figure the stock possesses and matches the highly polished and blued barrel and gloss black anodized receiver. Question of the Day: What Other Weapons Should A Gun Owner Own? This is semi-fancy wood with attractive grain and figure. Man if I knew what Oxner knows I could throw away what I know. Next, you'll notice the unique bolt design. I owned a Browning BLR in 308 Winchester. My total prone group was only 1.9 inches, not bad for 10 shots. Such things as the difference in trigger pulls and stock fit may make one or the other easier for an individual shooter to shoot accurately under field conditions (practical accuracy). You probably know that firearms chambered in 5.56 NATO can also fire .223 Remington ammunition safely. When I dress Western, nothing beats the classic good looks of my Smith & Wesson (S&W) 586 .357 revolver. I didnt think I would really care about this gun too much but after reading your review I am starting to really want this gun. With its rack and pinion bolt, hard anodized aluminum receiver, external hammer and two-piece stock, the Long Ranger inevitably invites comparison to the existing Browning BLR. I especially am happy about their new single-shot line, and I hope we see more creative thinking like that from them. Had it for almost 50 years. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. 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. I purchased my 2nd 308 because some black face communist dictator made mine illegal. SMOOTH action. And on this model, offer a Large Loop Lever. I do not know about the 338 Federal. Right now, the lever-action is once again hot. Browning lever in 243-trigger was 7 lbs, never thought of taking it to a gunsmith, too many guys wanted to buy the rifle due to accuracy, 60g Sierra HP For a bolt action man to go to a lever gun can be tough, when the trigger pull is over 4 lbs. Would it go better with a matte or gloss Leupold scope? Subscriber Services. More recently, Marlin was out of production for several years. I know I read that at some point but it might be something they've sorted out by now. These are completely different "feeling" guns. Therefore, a comparison is in order and should prove interesting. However, despite todays hunger for long-range performance, not every North American hunter wants to reach way out there, and many of us dont need to. Sights: Adj. Not everything needs to be an AR-15 and use Pmags. Theres something for every taste in the Big Boy lineup, with blued steel, silver, color case hardened, and high polish brass receiver options. Henry fixes the biggest complaint about their guns on this model and people still give them shit. Lever actions are American history. Accuracy was excellent so long as the bore was clean. A red-dot sight on a lever-action offers flexibility out to moderate ranges, but please dont infer that Im anti-scope. In record time using only the sites on it I zeroed fast and consistent. The BLR has been in the Browning line for many years and is consequently available in more calibers (a current total of 14, from .223 Rem. My first two shots using Hornady 165-grain SST Superformance touched, but the third shot dropped opening the group up to 1.19 inches. If you want to safe the weapon after cocking, gently release the hammer. Lever actions aren't the only thing on my list (the ever expanding list). Is it an Anschutz? The barrel is a round that has a rate of twist of 1:9". HEY ALL.I think my Henry Golden Boy can hold its own against ANY .22 rimfire you would care to throw against it.i never expected any kind of accuracy from it from the beginning.it is from about 2002 when they were built in Brooklyn NY!!! Barrel Length: 20 Round (.223/5.56 lever action rifle?) Privacy Policy. Savages Model 99 uses a rotary magazine, and later models a detachable box, in chamberings including .250 Savage. Browning has no warranty. Not good for lefties. Henry's Long Ranger is the best lever action. I really like browning. Visually, the biggest difference between the receivers (other than the finish) is that the Browning's detachable magazine protrudes below the line of the receiver, while the Henry's detachable magazine does not. Had it in 243 WIN and topped it off with a Redfield 4X. Pulling the trigger raises the transfer bar as the hammer moves forward, allowing the hammer to hit the firing pin. Filling the freezer with meat appeals to me, just remember to cook it well with all the parasites out there. The BLR uses a detachable box magazine. Mechanically, the Long Ranger worked great, though ejection seemed a little weak. Hard to shoot well while chucking one's cookies. Although the drop and length of pull is similar to traditional Henry models, the Rangers straight grip is shorter and the comb is considerably higher. Please enable JavaScript to view the comments. I thoroughly expected to pay a reasonable price for the part, but they shipped me a new sight for free. All clip feed levers have this issue because they depress the cartridge feeder spring when operating the bolt. 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. One of the criticisms Ive seen of the Long Ranger is that while it comes ready for scope mounting, it does not come with iron sights. They did have a 243 with much better looking wood but not my flavor. Italian Firearms Group also has a gorgeous and faithful copy. Its hard to imagine anything else in 308. Ive never had much interest in their other items. We think that the lever is truly Americas rifle, he adds. henry long ranger. I have an old Marlin 1895 in .38-55 presently, but it needs a LOT of work. Gear up as your favorite Delsin Rowe Vest. the Blr has been done, I saw the 338 for sale for just yesterday. The best-seller among hunters? Both rifles use two-piece stocks with a butt that terminates in a functional recoil pad. Down here we rarely need more than 100 yards range but there is lots of growing stuff so a Henry big bore rifle makes sense. I dont agree with that past presidents policities in many regards, but he was my President and you sullied the office. If you havent seen or handled one After calling Browning and being shocked by their price for re-timing the lever and bolt, he decided to try it himself. Re: BLR vs. Henry Long Ranger. I discovered the Browning BLR and the Henry Long Ranger recently. The advantage of a detachable magazine is there is no need to cycle cartridges remaining in the magazine through the action to empty the rifle. This is the kind gun you could pass on to your kids, and they to theirs. OMG what in the world does that even mean? And I will have to get my son one as well as he has always admired my savage . So PLEASE chamber the 338 !! Im curious as to how it compares to the BLR, functionally, because I have a BLR in 7mm-08. 5 reasons why the HENRY LONG RANGER is the BEST LEVER GUN EVER! Mine is in .308 and will kick empties as well as my Model 88 or Browning BLR had. If you truly have a rough action , contact Mr. Imperato at Henry and Im sure they will make it right. the theory was the cheap Ammo (Xmetal targets) and hypothesized the shoulder was to far forward and the bolt could not fully close . Its depressed by the finger lever as it closes, making it all but impossible to fire the Long Ranger before its action is fully and safely closed. Sweet! Former gun slinger, current gun writer. Shame! Ive read the comparisons with the Browning BLR. Henry Repeating Arms Co. AR-7 Magazine .22 LR 8 Rounds Steel Black HS-15. You can spend less for better results. What i said was true. Why hadHenry departed from itstraditionaltube-fed designs? I own sometwo dozen bolt guns. Similarly, the BLR needs a glove loop lever. market of gun buyers who arent interested in polymer wonders. Kevin Steele of Petersen's HUNTING is at the Streamlight booth at SHOT Show 2023 to go over the Bear Trap light from Streamlight. Thinking now of short magnums like the 6.5 SAUM and 7 WSM especially. Its safe to say that any hunter whos had the pleasure of harvesting game with an old 99 would love to see that design return to production. I've also been wanting to buy a more modern .30 caliber gun. Like most classic Browning offerings, the BLR is clearly a deluxe rifle. Copyright 2017 by Chuck Hawks. When I bought a 358 BLR, his advice was to clean the bolt rack often with a toothbrush and solvent. Doug Turnbull has made a great business building .475 Turnbull rifles on 86 Winchester actions. Using 308 Go and No-Go gauges, a Sharpie to mark the gear and rack, and lots of trial and error, he got it the engagement set properly after 2 days of intermittent work. 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. Not this one. The M88, although Winchesters fourth best-selling lever action, is getting hard to find and Sako lever actions are scarce. This will be # 6. OK, I have never had the time or money to hunt or even own a rifle. Beautifully made and very accurate, the BHA is a bear-proof guide gun. Its also among few lever actions Id consider fully adequate for African buffalo, provided you stoke it with proper bullets. Actually, there are just two: Henrys Long Ranger in .308 Winchester and Brownings BLR. The lever-action rifles trigger is a huge improvement over many other lever guns. I had the trigger worked a bit, but it still was a bit heavy. Browning BLR rifles have harvested big game all over the world and look as good in the woods as they do in the safe. Others are shooters built for hard use but lacking class and unlikely to be remembered in a hundred years. 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. it looks great, its action is smooth as a baby. The finish was too glossy and easily destroyed in the field. Theres no front sight and the barrel isnt cut for one. and .30-06) and WSM Magnum calibers come with 22" barrels, while the 7mm Rem. I already own a Henry Single Shot in 45-70 and I have one of their little .22 AR-7 survival rifles. Stock fit is a personal matter and anyone considering one of these rifles should try both of them for him/her self. to .450 Marlin) and permutations than the Long Ranger. I would like a comparison review of Henry Single shot .308/7.6251 to the Henry long Ranger for accuracy. Unfortunately I havent been to the range with it yet either ( broken leg). Or chamber for the .257 Roberts? Model Number: H014-308 I felt the Henry was smoother and at least for me cycled and fed better. Kevin Steele stops by the Taurus booth to speak with Cody Osborn about the all new Raging Hunter platform from Taurus International. 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. There are quite a few reviews and tests out there on the Long Ranger. The group with that round was also almost twice as large as some others. Its nothing but a browning BLR with henry name. I have owned both. The 16.5- or 20-inch octagon barrel is topped with semi-buckhorn sights, though scopes are easily mounted as well. This is not John Waynes revolver it is a modern work of art! The Long Ranger lever gun wasas reliable as any bolt action rifle Ive ever shot. 2. Without a round fired, I was impressed and intrigued. 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