after seeing this copy, I spent a lot of time in several internet forums trying to find out the story of this extraordinary rifle. And in the process, I discovered that there are, in fact, several examples of this rifle existing.

Common to all of these copies is a round rather than an octagonal barrel, a cleaning rod mounted to the left side of the rifle and sling swivels on the right side. The loading mechanism on the magazine tube differs from a standard Henry 1860. Particularely noticeable were the proof and acceptance marks on the rifles several components, most notably, the double marked L beneath a crown on the receivers right side.

So far, so good...in this Henry forum and in the Winchester collectors community, for many years has been speculated about this so - called Bavarian Henry.

To get further information I decided to contact WACA and sent photos of the sn 197 copy. And this led to me meeting Rob Kassab.

Since than Rob and I are in close contact about this Henry topic - it is Rob whom I have to thank for my membership in WACA!

His mail to Liège Grande Curtius Museum provides a detailed account of the knowledge that has since been gathered regarding this Henry copy. So let's wait and see what new informations this provides.

Thanks for all your help supporting Rob and we hope to see you here as a regular on the forum!

I am looking forward to seeing any additional information you find on the "Bavarian" Henrys.

Best Regards,

since Monday I am brand new member of WACA. Rob Kassab drew my attention to this Henry forum. Everything here is unknown territory for me and step by step I am trying to find my way around.

I live in the North of Germany and I am collecting US Civil War breechloading carbines. In August this year I was invited to visit a very extensive private firearms collection in the hope of seeing Civil War carbines there.

But what a surprise, instead of this the owner proudly presented a rifle he called ' Bavarian Henry'. I have to confess that I felt somewhat 'electrified' when I saw this old rifle and received the owner’s permission to take some quick photos with my phone camera, so sorry for the quality.

But before going on in this subject, here the photos...they show a so - called 'Bavarian Henry', sn 197...

 If you want you can email me the pictures at the address below.

Bob

Before my scrapping young son became a Scout Sniper in the USMC, he was a Squad machine gunner carrying a M-249, (a SAW, in Afghanistan), and you want to talk about heavy!!! Now that something I grab for war or even an assault on my place, protecting my family!!!

Light Machine Gun, 5.56 mm, M249 SAW
M249 Para with an ACOG optical sight
Type	Light machine gun Squad automatic weapon
Place of origin	Belgium / United States
Service history
In service	1984–present
Used by	See Users
Wars	United States invasion of Panama Gulf War Somali Civil War Bosnian War Kosovo War War in Afghanistan (2001–2021) Iraq War Syrian Civil War Russo-Ukrainian War (2014–present)[1] Yemeni Civil War (2014–present) Saudi-led intervention in Yemen Haitian gang war
Production history
Designed	1976
Manufacturer	FN America
Unit cost	US$4,087[2]
Produced	Late 1970s–present
Variants	See Variants
Specifications
Mass	7.5 kg (17 lb) empty 10 kg (22 lb) with 200-round soft pouch
Length	40.75 in (1,035 mm)
Barrel length	465 mm (18.3 in) 521 mm (20.5 in)
Cartridge	5.56×45mm NATO
Action	Gas-operated long-stroke piston system, open bolt, rotating bolt
Rate of fire	850 rounds/min
Muzzle velocity	915 m/s (3,000 ft/s)
Effective firing range	700 m (2,300 ft) (point target, 465 mm barrel) 800 m (2,600 ft) (point target, 521 mm barrel) 3,600 m (11,800 ft) (maximum range)
Feed system	M27 linked disintegrating belt in a 100- or 200-round soft pouch STANAG magazine
Sights	Iron sights or Picatinny rail for various optical sights
References	[3][4]

The answer is Yes to you're obvious question!

"We have the right to Keep and Bear Arms!" 

Tony

Bert H. said
Jim,
I once owned a 1907 production 30 WCF Model 1894 Take Down rifle with a 26" Octagon barrel and full length magazine... it would hold (10) cartridges in the tube, plus one more in the chamber.  Due to the extra length (and steel) of the TD receiver frame, it was a very heavy brute when fully loaded, but a pleasure to shoot. 
Many years ago I loaded some special loads for it using the Sierra 168 grain Match King bullets, and I got it to shoot sub MOA 3-shot groups @ 100-yds.  I had put a Lyman No. 2A tang sight, and a Lyman 17A globe front sight on it... it looked a bit odd, but it could sure shoot good.  I unfortunately sold that rifle to fund the purchase of a Single Shot rifle.
Bert
  

Bert,

I own the exact same configuration Model 1894, albeit a couple years newer than yours (you’ve seen pics of the gun and have it in your survey). Pristine, highest condition Model 1894 that I’ve ever owned and it doesn’t appear that a shell has ever passed thru the loading gate. I do really like the way the gun feels in the hands and comes to the shoulder, but unfortunately it will never be loaded and fired while I’m the owner. One of the pitfalls of collecting I guess.

Michael

Henry Mero said
As Jeremy said, post it here with several pictures , complete serial number etc. You are in the right place to sell it to a collector.   Harry
  

Yes, indeed. Someone here may be interested and can help you through. Welcome to the forums!

Jim F in CT said

Still wonder if all that “firepower” was ever necessary in a sporting rifle.

Better to have and not need than, well, you know.... 🙂

Tedk said
Over the 60+ years I’ve chased PA and NY bucks I would typically load three cartridges in my gun. First shot is the money shot and in 60+ years have never taken a shot at a tail bounding away through the woods.
On the other hand I frequently hear strings of 5 or 6 rapid fire shots in deer season and have to wonder what kind of shots the shooter is taking.
  

Same thing in Texas. I was pretty sure my 94 rifles held more than 2 rounds but can't recall ever finding out how many. I think a carbine with a full-length magazine holds five or six. I'm pretty sure I checked that a few decades back. 

Mike