Henry The Spirit Of ’76 Semiquincentennial Edition

The Henry The Spirit Of ’76 Semiquincentennial Edition is a limited-production lever-action rifle that marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Chambered in .44-40 WCF, this model from Henry Repeating Arms combines historical design cues with modern manufacturing standards. Each rifle is built to function as a reliable shooter while serving as a commemorative piece for collectors and enthusiasts. Below is a detailed breakdown of what this rifle offers.

Overview

The Henry The Spirit Of ’76 Semiquincentennial Edition is a category rifle designed to honor the nation’s founding. It features a polished blued steel receiver, an American walnut stock with laser-engraved scrollwork, and a 20-inch octagonal barrel. The .44-40 WCF caliber provides a balance of manageable recoil and effective terminal performance for target shooting and medium-game hunting. This model is part of a fixed production run, meaning availability is limited to the initial manufacturing batch. Every rifle is serialized and includes a certificate of authenticity from Henry Repeating Arms.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .44-40 WCF (Winchester Center Fire), a historically significant cartridge introduced in 1873 that remains in production today for lever-action rifles.
• Barrel: 20-inch octagonal steel barrel with a 1:20 twist rate, fully rifled for consistent accuracy with standard factory loads.
• Capacity: 10-round tubular magazine (1 round in chamber, 9 in tube) compatible with .44-40 WCF ammunition.
• Stock: American walnut with a satin oil finish, straight grip design, and a ventilated rubber recoil pad for comfortable shooting.
• Receiver: Case-hardened steel receiver with deep laser engraving depicting the Spirit of ’76 motif, including a drummer and fife player.
• Sights: Fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight and a brass bead front sight on a raised blade.
• Overall length: 38.5 inches; weight: 7.5 pounds unloaded.

Who It’s For

This Henry The Spirit Of ’76 Semiquincentennial Edition is intended for three primary groups: collectors seeking a numbered commemorative firearm with documented provenance, shooters who prefer the .44-40 WCF cartridge for its mild report and effectiveness at moderate ranges, and history-minded enthusiasts who value American-themed firearms. The rifle is not optimized for high-volume tactical use or long-range precision shooting. It is a traditional lever-action suited for recreational target shooting, casual plinking, and hunting deer or hogs within 100 yards. The .44-40 WCF load data is widely available from major ammunition manufacturers, and reloading components are stocked by most suppliers.

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. After placing your order, we will contact you to confirm your chosen FFL dealer’s current license information. You must arrange with your local FFL to complete the required background check and state-specific transfer paperwork before taking possession. Shipment is via a licensed carrier with direct signature required. No firearm will be released without a valid FFL on file. It is your responsibility to verify that this model is legal to own in your jurisdiction, including any local magazine capacity restrictions. We do not ship to P.O. boxes; a physical street address for the FFL is required. All sales are final once the rifle is shipped, subject to inspection for manufacturing defects within 30 days of receipt.