HENRY RIFLE WITH OCTAGONAL BARREL, USA 1860 REPLICA

American Civil War Repeating Rifle

Replica of a Henry rifle with octagonal barrel, used in the American Civil War, USA 1860. This repeating rifle is a detailed Denix reproduction, perfect for collectors and history enthusiasts. Expand your collection with authentic replicas.

Historical Background and Specifications

The original Henry rifle was designed by Benjamin Tyler Henry in the 1850s and was an improved version of the earlier Volcanic Repeating rifle. It used .44 caliber rimfire cartridges with 25 grains (1.6 g) of gunpowder and a 216 grain (14 g) bullet. Between summer and October 1862, 900 rifles were manufactured, and production peaked in 1864 with 290 per month. A total of approximately 14,000 units were manufactured until 1866. Find more replicas of historical weapons here.

Use During the Civil War

For a soldier during the Civil War, owning a Henry rifle was a point of pride. Although it was never officially adopted by the Union Army, many soldiers purchased Henry rifles with their own funds. The rifles could fire 28 rounds per minute, giving the soldiers an advantage on the battlefield. They were often used by scouts, flank guards, and raiding parties. Confederate soldiers who faced this ”sixteen shooter” called it ”that damned Yankee rifle that they load on Sunday and shoot all week!” Few captured Henry rifles were used by Confederate troops due to difficulties in obtaining ammunition. Visit our homepage to see our full range.

Dimensions: 111cm
Weight: 2.780g