Remarks are appreciated. | And as has already been stated gunsmiths that can work on a BLR trigger are very few. Please enable JavaScript to view the comments. Not good for lefties. and. JWTaylor, your article here has pretty much convinced me that this will be the gun for me. The receiver is made of alloy and has a caliber of 223 remington with a 5+1 capacity. Levers dont discriminate against left-handed shooters. This prevents stabbing the index finger with the end of the trigger as the lever is closed. Great rifle for the whitetails we were after in those days. $850 I believe. Wont by an AR because the way the action works I get hot gases burning the inside of my nose, but not with a lever gun. I am a fan of the faster .358 Winchester. Another difference is that the Long Rangers magazine seats flush with the bottom of the receiver. I have had the Henry in 45-70 and no issues. Several big game hunting rifles from major manufacturers, not just custom shops, come with MOA or sub-MOA accuracy guarantees. On the other hand, I find the Browning's high gloss wood and metal finish considerably more attractive than the Henry's understated matte receiver and satin stock finish. Browning/Winchester has done several runs of remanufactured M71s, keeping ammo available, and Hornady has added .348 to the LeveRevolution line. There are more aggressive copper solvents which can speed up the process but some could be corrosive. The free floated barrel on the Long Ranger will surpass the BLR. Im hoping to eventually see 7mm-08 on the roster, too. Another point to ponder. Action Type: Lever Action Rifle (Keep your finger outside of the trigger guard as you operate the action of traditional lever action rifles and the Long Ranger.) How The Long Ranger Proves A Perfect Platform To Launch The 6.5 Creedmoor: Capable of shooting long-range cartridges, such as the 6.5 Creedmoor, since it feeds off a removable box magazine. 1. To some extent, I think its the fun factor that is renewing interest in the all-American lever action. Who wants a long range rifle with the ballistics of a pistol? Stay in the know. From my experience and others. The Browning BLR is a very similar platform, though we're partial to the Henry for its American quality and unsurpassed customer service. Although that accuracy from the bench is great, this Long Rangersreal joy is from other positions common in the field. Marlin is back and selling new variations of their 94, 336, and 95 lever actions as fast as they can make them. They purchased a design from a foreign interest if memory serves. Kevin Steele, Publisher of Petersen's HUNTING talks with JJ Reich of HEVI-Shot about the new offerings for 2023. Of course, Henrys motto Made in America or Not Made at All was non-negotiable. You can spend less for better results. There is an iron sight version available. LOOKING FOR A. Later, Winchesters Model 88, that takes a detachable box magazine, came chambered for cartridges such as the .284 Win. I thought it would be cool to have a more modern caliber in a lever action rifle. Stock: Straight grip checkered American Walnut with butt pad MSRP: $1014.95 ( at Cabela's for ~$889) Ratings (out of five stars): Style, Fit and Finish * * * * * as a gun dealer / FFL holder i know resale and what sells best ,if you want the best lever rifle ever made buy a used Savage 99. good luck with your choice,Pete53. I would lean towards it, especially since it has a free floated barrel. The BLR has a very light barrel which is great for hunting / carrying. Little features how the round magazine release blends into the flat receiver,the bolts finish, and the checkering and quality of the wood itself shows that Henryspaying attention. However, the BLR's bolt feels like it slides more smoothly once the hammer is cocked, perhaps because the BLR bolt is heavily fluted. I dont think "lever action" goes with "good trigger". Its hard to imagine anything else in 308. Firearms dont get much more iconic than John Moses Brownings legendary Auto-5 semi-auto shotgun, affectionately called the Humpback for its distinctive drop at the rear of the receiver. Way to go Hennery . The BLR's checkering is applied to the grip and fore end in four panels. I know I read that at some point but it might be something they've sorted out by now. The Long Rangers action springs open and then quickly engages the exposed hammer to drive the bolt rearward. There is only an inconsequential $5.04 difference in their 2017 MSRPs. Can the action handle the pressures of some of the compact mag rounds? For me, aquality scope in fixed four or six power will suffice in magnification for hunting, and likely be more durable than Illever need. the Long Ranger has a much slimmer profile. Every fall I sit on a couple of stands with my 1906 94 in .25-35, accepting that I cant start at dawn and must quit at sunset. But that hasnt stopped manufacturers from trying to make them better at taking deer over longer distances. The Long Rangerships with one magazine (Id certainly buy another). Again, thanks for taking the time I use a brass rod, a muzzle guard (Kleen-Bore, Dewey or Bore-Tech) and Shooters Choice MC-7. Dont want the wife to divorce me, so standing down for a little while until things cool down , Ill continue saving for a real Browning BLR over the Jersey shore knock off. The Henry 6.5 Creedmoor Long Ranger carries a price tag of $1,066. OMG what in the world does that even mean? Capacity: 4+1 And in my opinion, it deserves to be. This new lever-action rifle from Henry comes chambered for flat-shooting cartridges with the ballistic ability and accuracy to take deer at long range. Instead, a premium is placed on fast handling and easy carrying. Our editors have hand-picked these essential pieces of gear to make you a more successful hunter when you hit the game trails this season. Barrel lengths include 20- and 22-inches, and all barrels are free-floated. We think that the lever is truly Americas rifle, he adds. Never had to send one back cause never had a problem. Though the original Marlin brand sold in 2010, production continues under the Remington Outdoors Family of Brands. 308 WE CAME ACROSS A .223 HENRY LONG RANGER WHICH I PURCHASED ON A JUST BECAUSE WHIM IT PROMPTLY SHOT 1 GROUPS WITH 60 GRAIN 69 GRAIN AMMO ,TRIGGER PULL IS GREAT ABOUT 400 ROUNDS FIRED SO FAR , WE HAVE KILLED HOGS , DEER AND COYOTES WITH THIS RIFLE AND IT PLEASES ME TO SAY THAT WE HAVE NOT HAD A SINGLE PROBLEM. I found no quantifiable difference in their inherent accuracy. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Henry is renown for the head of the company helping you. Now Henry has entered the magazine-loaded lever gun fray. The trigger was very heavy and not conducive to field accuracy. The rifle is very accurate, more accurate than the blr, wich i also have. No slight to the BLR, but I personally think the Long Ranger is a much more attractive rifle. I run a patch with Shooters Choice twice a day thru the bore until the green color is gone. When I dress Western, nothing beats the classic good looks of my Smith & Wesson (S&W) 586 .357 revolver. Both are handsome, but neither is as trim as, for example, a Winchester Model 94 carbine. feeding might be an issue in the Henry. I wish Id gone to the website before buying thoughI didnt realize that they were going to be selling a version with iron sights or Id have waited. 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. Kevin Steele of Petersen's HUNTING is at the Streamlight booth at SHOT Show 2023 to go over the Bear Trap light from Streamlight. Since the Creedmoor is so similar to the 6.5X55, it should be a, Henry Long Ranger Disassembly versus Browning BLR, https://www.henryusa.com/own-a-henrye-long-ranger/, http://http://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?293211-Bubba-w-a-45-70-is-a-bonafied-straight-shooter. Have had a few over the years including a Winchester in .25-35, awesome little gun! However, instead of burying the receiver in a one-piece stock in Model 88 and bolt action style, a two-piece stock design more reminiscent of traditional lever action rifles (Savage 99, etc.) Ive read the comparisons with the Browning BLR. Another difference is the rack and pinion geared lever and bolt design that can accommodate high-pressure modern magnum rounds. Yeah, me too. Unfortunately they went buckhorn which are only adjustable in a dream. The Browning BLR is a lever-action rifle manufactured for Browning Arms Company by Miroku Firearms in Japan and stamped Morgan Utah USA. Stock: Straight grip checkered American Walnut with buttpad Other features: Sling swivel studs, solid black rubber recoil pad BLR in 308 and Long Ranger in 243. 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. KGB, remove your clip magazine and Im sure you will find a silky smooth action. Then they had to re-think everything. In modern, versatile cartridges, the BLR and Henry .308 are almost the only answer in new rifles and the used-gun rack provides more solutions. If you make a 308 detachable magazine rifle that doesnt fit an AR-10 magazine you are doing it wrong. Henry makes a .243 in one main rifle, The Long Ranger. No plans on the pistol grip though. I looked it over very well and excellent craftsmanship never came to mind, not when comparing to the wood of other similar priced satin walnut firearms. Like all Henry firearms, the Long Ranger is "Made in America Or Not Made At All.". I tend to look at firearms as once-in-a-lifetime investments and save accordingly. Browning/Miroku firearms have earned an enviable reputation for high quality, precision assembly and fine finish. This is so difficult to achieve that Browning admonishes BLR owners not to take the rifle apart, period. I hunt elk in the jungles of the northwest , and it be the ultimate bush gun . All Rights Reserved. Neither has, nor needs, a separate manual safety. This one is different. After calling Browning and being shocked by their price for re-timing the lever and bolt, he decided to try it himself. 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. The Henry receiver is longer than the Browning receiver, but lightly shallower and not quite as wide. It releases with any solid push of the button. I just sold a BLR in .308, thought it was a great gun. Neither were super accurate , I have heard some BLR s really hammered but mine was just OK. Do some of the smaller cartridges have weak ejection in the Henry? You have entered an incorrect email address! The Henry Long Ranger is available in four chamberings: .223 Rem/5.56 NATO, .243 Win, .308 Win, and 6.5 Creedmoor and is capable of handling everything from varmints to big game. Im among them. Turns out Shannon was right. 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. A notable difference is that the BLR's trigger is attached to and moves with the lever, like the long discontinued Winchester Model 88. The stock is a american walnut wood and the metal is finished in blued. Henry seems to be pretty good at making quick production fixes instead of trying to pretend they don't exist. And I will have to get my son one as well as he has always admired my savage . Although its often used, the .30-30 is not an ideal elk cartridge. 2. It comes with a beautifully grained walnut stock with a matte clearcoat. The finish was too glossy and easily destroyed in the field. I thought that was too much and got a Winchester 70 for $175. Gun would strictly be for mule deer and elk hunting out to 500 yards (I would get the 308 chamber offering) and would anticipate still about 1400 ft lbs of energy at 500 yards T timberelk Well-Known Member Joined Mar 26, 2017 .300 BO? The lever action isnt as fast as a semiauto and is no faster than a slide action, but for most of us, a lever gun is faster for repeat shots than a bolt action and much faster than a single shot. I have plenty of spots to choose from. I then cleaned the entire rifle, and tried the round again, with the exact same results. I cant say much about the smootheness of the action because Cabalas wouldnt unlock the lever and let me cycle it. Not everybody can afford to pay over $1,000 for a rifle. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Sounds like you need to put some money aside in a savings account she doesnt know about, and send the statements to an email she doesnt know about. Recently, I had the chance to test a Long Ranger . Tired of the tacticool crap. 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. Mine is in .308 and will kick empties as well as my Model 88 or Browning BLR had. 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. There is no comparison. I only tell you this because it sounds like you have an AR and thus can shoot either cartridge no problem. How easy (or hard) is it to clean, i.e. The Winchester Model 94 has been one of the longest-lasting and most well-respected lever-action rifles ever produced. Several years back, Marlin teamed with Hornady to combine that same FTX technology with a new .308 Marlin Express cartridge. I'm a big fan of Henry rifles and the company. That HPR round scored a group size of 1 3/4. Kevin Steele stops by the Taurus booth to speak with Cody Osborn about the all new Raging Hunter platform from Taurus International. Style, Fit and Finish * * * * * Any thoughts on (1) how to proceed with smoothing my action? Kevin Steele of Petersen's HUNTING is with Dawn Wehunt of Rock River Arms INC. learning about the new Ascendant platform. was chosen. Im glad to read that its selling well, because they certainly are promoting the heck outta it. I stand by the old rule of 1X per 100 yards for hunting rifles. Gear up as your favorite Delsin Rowe Vest. The flush-fitting detachable magazine holds four cartridges (five in .223 Rem.). If you want to safe the weapon after cocking, gently release the hammer. It weighs 7 lbs and has an over all length of 40.5". Privacy Policy. just remember this word >"resale" the BLR`s will always be worth more than a Henry ! Id like to see a little better finishing of the metal. When I asked the gun desk experts at Cabelas why, they told me; thats what I should expect since the gun only came out a few months ago. It was accurate on the bench, but the high gloss finish on the stock and highly polished barrel were good for scaring game from glare in the fields and woods. I recently received a Long Ranger chambered in .308 Winchester and topped it with a Trijicon 3-9x40mm AccuPoint scope for accuracy testing. 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. Accuracy is good, but it depends a lot on the shooter and the ammo, advised Imperato. 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. Need Help?service@guns.comCall (866)582-4867, PO Box 1131 13800 Nicollet Blvd Burnsville, MN 55337 2023Guns.com. It loaded and unloaded easily, and never gave me any issue locking into the rifle. Im sure if this rifle gets customer support, other options like pistol grips and additional calibers, like the 6.5 Creedmor and 338 Federal, which arent available in a BLR will come. The Long Ranger's out of the box trigger pull is about a pound lighter than the BLR's trigger. or .308 Win. I also wish that there was a way that they could lighten the trigger a bit on the lever rifles. But if the top of the gun was canted to the left by any noticeable degree, they were sometimes left loose in the action. They wont appreciate it the same as you did. Thats the only time. Consequence knows about. And this one is pricey enough to ping the radar. Extra magazines are available from the manufacturer. A red-dot sight on a lever-action offers flexibility out to moderate ranges, but please dont infer that Im anti-scope. Barrel lengths are most often either 20- or 24-inches. Except it is. I want iron sights so that really limits my choices. Henry Long Ranger Browning BLR Weight 112 oz Length 40.5" 43" Action Lever Lever Caliber .223 Remington .30-06 Springfield Capacity 5+1 Finish Blued Blue Gun Type Rifle Sights Scope Base Barrel Length 22" Gun Stats Price History Recently Deals Henry Long Ranger Primary Arms $1515.99 See Deal Optics Planet $1515.99 See Deal MidwayUSA $1999.99 this is a fine gun. 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. I thought I was good with an AR10 and a bolt action. The BLR is currently chambered to 17 cartridges, including four WSMs and two belted magnums. Im having and issue. I love the Long Ranger, but I would definitely recommend going into a store and holding them. However, used Savage 99s are available and affordable. Pulling the trigger raises the transfer bar as the hammer moves forward, allowing the hammer to hit the firing pin. I wont buy a long Ranger, not at a $900 price tag. Sometimes a bore is rough and that causes it to foul quickly. This is priced right where it should be for the features and quality. A button under the ejection port is the release mechanism in an easy spot to access in a hurry. Buddies have em & Ive shot em, but no big deal. Additional classy touches include a fluted bolt left in the white, gold finished aluminum trigger, steel sling swivel studs and a solid black recoil pad. Unlike traditional lever action rifles that rely on a quarter cock hammer notch safety, the BLR cannot be forced to fire by a strong blow on the hammer, even if it breaks internal parts. Some claims of sub moa groups are out there but so bar Ive only seen proof of 1.5 at best. 32 Items. The Henry has a slimmer stock and fore end, which provides an overall sleeker feel and silhouette that I prefer. Since I wrote this article I keep finding myself taking this gun hunting over many others. A spongy, heavy trigger was one of the most common complaints about the Model 88. I hope this helps. In my opinion, the short action BLR rifles feel noticeably better balanced than the long action models; since you want a .308, you're gtg. But at $850-$900 retail, there are many bolt action guns that fall in or below that price range that are good shooters too. Lever actions are American history. Practical accuracy (the ease of shooting a rifle accurately) is more important in a hunting rifle than intrinsic (mechanical) accuracy. This also allows the receiver to be made of lightweight aluminum alloy, reducing the weight of the rifle, since the receiver merely holds the operating parts and is not a factor in the operating strength of the action. So if a dangerous-game lever-action suits your fancy, you might be better off with a Marlin .45-70 with optical sights. When in the back country, that makes a big difference One weighs 55 grains & the other weighs 62 grains. Long box magazines and lever guns dont usually mix well. More than just a play on words, this little. These are the Browning BLR and the Henry Long Ranger, both of which have been the subject of full length Guns and Shooting Online reviews. A few of us really like walnut and steel (which inherently costs more than plastic and aluminum) and are willing to save up a little longer for it. The key to this is a rotating head, multiple-lug, recessed face bolt that locks into the barrel breech when the bolt is cycled into battery. Threaded barrel 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. It may not seem fair to take off anything for what amounts to a sticky bolt, but theres perfect and there isnt. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Subjectively, at least to me, operating the Long Ranger action feels a little better. Profit. Beautiful gun and great review, Im going to start saving my pennies. Regardless of action type, any .308 Winchester is suitable for most North American hunting, and a BLR in a fast-stepping magnum will do whatever a bolt-action magnum will do. (2) is a barrel break-in proceedure in my near future? For example, Winchesters Model 1895 came chambered for cartridges such as the .30-06 and has a fixed internal box magazine that you top load. The Nylon 66, a relatively inexpensive rimfire with faux woodgrain, was the first successful synthetic-stock firearm. However, its more expensive than the BLR (~$100+ more than my SS Lightweight) and its heavier. The Browning BLR and Henry Long Ranger rifles are engineered to bypass the pressure limitations of traditional lever action designs. Its a tack driver. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I bought the one for me after getting my daughter a youth model and liking hers. Nosler Accubonds have never failed me in his caliber. I gladly wait to save the money and have yet to be disappointed for doing so. On the model I received, the shoulder stock fit is perfect, but the fore-end to end cap fit isnt. If that is what someone else likes, go for it, thats why we have choices. I owned a Browning BLR in 308 Winchester. Rifles are definitely in the you get what you pay for category. Its nice that there are a few options out there for the half dozen or so of us who arent really interested in ARs and budget, plastic stocked bolt guns. Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. getting a second magazine for the Henry is next to imposable . The BLR is more standard shape and feel of the butt stock and foregrip. Theres still a small (niche?) One obvious advantage of the Henry stock is the higher grade of black walnut used, at least in my test rifle. Contact Mr. Imperato at Henry directly or the Sales Manager..bet they can find you one. If anything, its better. 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. The devil is, as usual, in the details, which I hope this comparison has helped to clarify. The guy from lane gave me a mag load of his match grade 308s and it seemed to be fine. Thus, I was very interested when Henry Repeating Arms, of Bayonne, N.J., announced the Long Ranger, a rotary-fed lever action in short-action calibers .223 Rem., .243 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Win., with a 20-inch, free-floating barrel. Grab one of these timeless lever-actions for a gun that can hunt all season long, hold a spot in the safe, and pass to the next generation. Henry rifles are great, everything about them is nicely done- except for the loading (but thats my own personal preference). The Long Ranger doesnt have anexternal safety. Note to HUNTER: Please see my posts above starting with Feb 11, 2017. The BLR is currently chambered to 17 cartridges, including four WSMs and two belted magnums. I own sometwo dozen bolt guns. Or chamber for the .257 Roberts? And if you need 10 rounds to put an animal down, you shouldnt be hunting at all. It seems the overwhelming majority really like the Long Ranger. Last year, Henry Repeating Arms entered the long-range lever gun business by introducing its Long Ranger rifle chambered in .223 Rem., .243 Win. I bought a cheap Lee Classic neck size only reloading kit, the tap in and out with a hammer type. A very thorough review. The Underwood Ammunition Company purchases these bullets from them to load and sell on their own web sight. This may be a great rifle but it is awfully expensive. Made in America or not made at all is Henrys slogan. I wonder though. Both the Long Ranger and BLR use a rack-and-pinion gear system lever with rotating bolt head, but they are different. Ive had tubular-magazine Marlins and Winchesters and some vintage Savages that were tack-driversand some that were not. In recent decades, the lever-action rifle has appeared to be on the ropes. We will continue to do that, expand the line and be a one-stop source for anything lever. Lol! Kevin Steele from Petersen's HUNTING speaks to Jordan Egli of Burris Optics about the all-new Veracity PH Riflescope. Comments on this site are submitted by users and are not endorsed by nor do they reflect the views or opinions of COLE Publishing, Inc. In the early 2000s Winchesters best-selling 1894 saw its first break in production. 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