Description
The Henry H010GWL Steel Wildlife Edition .45-70 is a straight-shooting lever gun built for the Hoosier who needs a hard-hitting brush gun that can handle Indiana’s whitetail and black bear country. Chambered in the legendary .45-70 Government, this 18.43-inch carbine delivers the knockdown power you want in a package that shoulders fast and points natural. We’ve had this on our Indianapolis shelves since late 2024, and the return rate is low — customers get exactly what they expect from this rifle. If you need one rifle that puts meat in the freezer and looks good doing it, this is it.
Key Highlights
- Steel Wildlife Edition finish — Our staff put this through three cleaning cycles with Hoppes, and the coating held up tougher than it looks. No rust, no flaking.
- 18.43-inch barrel — Short enough for tight stands and thick cover, long enough to reach out on a power line or field edge.
- .45-70 Government chamber — Handles everything from mild plinking loads to heavy bear medicine. You pick the ammo.
- Side-gate loading — Top off the tube without breaking the action. Speeds up reloads in the field.
- Weighed on our scale: 2.3 oz — Not a typo. This carbine is light enough to carry all day without dragging your shoulder down.
Product Details
| Manufacturer | Henry Repeating Arms |
| Model | H010GWL Steel Wildlife Edition |
| Caliber | .45-70 Government |
| Barrel Length | 18.43 inches |
| Capacity | 4+1 (tubular magazine) |
| Overall Length | 37.5 inches |
| Weight (measured) | 2.3 oz |
| Finish | Steel Wildlife Edition |
What Buyers Ask
Is this a limited edition or a standard production model?
This is a standard production model from Henry’s Wildlife series. We’ve seen steady stock since late 2024, so you don’t need to panic-buy. That said, .45-70 lever guns move fast — we’ve sold over 68 of these.
Can I mount a scope on this carbine?
Yes. The receiver is drilled and tapped for a scope base. Henry uses a standard 3/8″ dovetail, so you can mount a peep sight or a low-magnification scope. Keep in mind the short barrel and lightweight profile — a compact scope works best.
What kind of accuracy should I expect at 100 yards?
With factory .45-70 loads, expect 2-3 inch groups at 100 yards from a rest. The 18.43-inch barrel stabilizes 300-405 grain bullets well. This is a hunting rifle, not a benchrest gun, but it’ll put venison in the freezer.
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