Henry Repeating Arms has added the Bear's Leg Pistol to its lineup, a compact lever action pistol built on the look of the classic Mare's Leg. The company is offering it in four chamberings, and it is available now through federally licensed firearms dealers. (Henry Repeating Arms's press release)
What Was Announced
Henry is releasing the Bear's Leg Pistol in .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .30-30 Winchester, and .45-70 Government. Each version uses the same basic platform with a factory-threaded barrel, a polymer handguard, fiber optic sights, a large loop lever, and a side loading gate. The handguard includes M-LOK slots and a section of Picatinny rail for accessories.
Key Details
- Calibers: .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .30-30 Winchester, .45-70 Government
- Barrel: Factory-threaded
- Handguard: Polymer, with M-LOK slots and Picatinny rail section
- Sights: Fiber optic
- Lever: Large loop lever
- Loading: Side loading gate
- MSRP: $1,129
- Availability: Now, through federally licensed dealers
What It Means for Gun Owners
Henry says the pistol is aimed at range use, truck carry, property work, and camp use, and it notes that the X Model furniture supports user configuration. The company also points to suppressor compatibility and says the threaded barrel and attachment points give buyers a starting point for a short-barreled rifle build, but only where it is legal and with approved ATF paperwork. The pistol-caliber versions are positioned for lighter recoil and quick follow-up shots, while the .30-30 and .45-70 versions target hunting and heavier-duty use.
Bottom Line
The Bear's Leg Pistol gives Henry buyers a compact lever action option in four calibers at $1,129 MSRP. Check your local laws before adding a suppressor or pursuing an SBR conversion.
