This Henry reproduction is as close to the original that you can find and it still is a popularly sought after model today. The Henry barrel has an integrated magazine tube, so to load it the follower must be pulled all the way up, the top sleeve portion turned towards the follower stop screw on the outside of the barrel, and the rifle should be loaded while canted to some degree. This military Henry model includes a brass frame, charcoal blued barrel, case hardened parts, brass butt plate, walnut butt stock, and sling swivels. - CALIBER .44-40 - MAGAZINE TUBE 13rd capacity - BARREL 24.25'' Octagonal, Charcoal Blue - SIGHTS Blade Front, Ladder Rear - STOCK Walnut w/ Brass Butt Plate