Roasting The Newest Revolvers of 2023 (including Henry's Big Boy Revolver)

Well, well, well! 2023 is shaping up to be the year of wheel guns. We've got revolvers that are so tiny they'd make a mouse blush, and we've got ones so massive you won’t need a rifle.
Some of these bad boys aren't even new, just variations - models with longer barrels, shorter barrels, different grip frames, finishes, et cetera. But -- it’s not all sunshine and rainbows in wheel gun land.
Join me in this video as I roast 12 of the newest revolvers released so far in April of 2023!
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[@bmuell64]

Don't assume that everyone wants a carry revolver with a bobbed hammer. Many of us want the option to be able to fire in single action.

[@heroinboblivesagain5478]

I couldn't imagine carrying a revolver period. Cowboy days are gone. It's all about double stack magazines.

[@chancedavis6216]

The Henry Big Boy revolver looks great. Reminds me of the old Colt 1892 Navy and the S&W Model 1917. Wished they'd offer it in a 6 inch barrel

[@gew1898]

And in .45 Colt or .44 Special.

[@GodsChosen69]

those henry revolvers look beautiful.

[@lancebane3088]

If Brazil switches to the YUAN they're NOT getting my DOLLAR!

[@ResidentGunNut]

These days it looks like all third world countries are switching to yuan lol 😂

[@357SWAGNUM_MAGA_X]

Even iraq is ditching the dollar for the yuan.

[@ResidentGunNut]

@@357SWAGNUM_MAGA_X unfortunately -- iraq has long been eating out of the palm of jin ping's hand

[@Hunting4Hookers]

I don’t plan on buying from another nation no matter their currency! I considered a Rossi 44 mag lever gun, but saved the additional $300 and bought Henry. It’s all a matter of opinion and what someone likes. Just because someone disagrees with me doesn’t make them wrong.

[@carlraffen6543]

Your dollar will be worthless anyway.

[@washingtoncommandcenter5541]

I think the Henry & the Diamondback Birdsheads are sexy AF. I think the Colt Lightning has one of the coolest looks ever, & the Henry & Sidekick took a similar profile & made it even cooler by centering up the trigger guard making it more symmetrical, along with giving it a swing-out cylinder & ejector making it basically perfect IMO. With the Sidekick, 22mag isn't horrible, but with the DBX being what Diamondback is known for, not making it the first commercial 5.7 revolvers when 5.7 is all the rage is a massive missed opportunity. they'd have to make their own moon clips, but they'd have the market cornered. Something like 22 Hornet would be fun too. The Henry though is damn near perfect, 357 is a great caliber, love the brass, the grips, everything looks great with it I even like the undercut & simple barrel. Since they already have Colt & Smith design cues, I think the only fun addition to tie the old meets new together would be a Merwin & Hulbert pocket-army style skull cracker frame extension or if the aftermarket made a modified Iver Johnson knuckle ring grip extension. either of those would really set em off & make them a lil more special.

[@ResidentGunNut]

Well... I guess from a certain angle, I can appreciate the Henry with a birdshead grip, if only because of that thin look that matches the thin barrel. But the square grip version has to have a rib and full underlug imo. A revolver chambered in 5.7x28 would be awesome, but one in .22 Hornet would be fantastic. I've been waiting for Taurus to remake their Raging Bull in .22 Hornet for ages but it doesn't look like they're going to. As for the grip extensions, never heard of them so I looked them up. Yeah, I see what you're saying.

[@mkshffr4936]

The Henry has a classic turn of the last century look and no chance of an ejector rod backing out and tying it up.

[@julianjmillner810]

Haha awesome! Love the witty commentary..the Henry’s my choice on your list!

[@sherlock1895]

I’m an admitted Henry Fan Boy. So yes, I’ll be getting a Henry revolver. Cheers!

[@josephtantalo8279]

The point of the hammer is single action AIMED shooting. I’m an old guy.

[@ResidentGunNut]

IKR. It's useless for revolvers with a red dot sight. red dot sights allow for quick target acquisition and faster follow-up shots. faster shots mean DAO shots, which also means a useless hammer.

[@josephtantalo8279]

Training?

[@mkshffr4936]

​@@ResidentGunNutspurred hammers give you choices. The sights have nothing to do with it.

[@Bob-qk2zg]

If Henry wanted to stick with it's Old West marketing, why not go with a Scoffield or American type revolver?

[@ResidentGunNut]

lol I think it's because they weren't going with the old west marketing -- they were just going for a unique look -- ergo they ditched the top rib and full underlug.

[@seniorp9444]

That would have been the smart move. Make a companion gun to their lever guns. They decided to do an ugly double action instead that looks like it was designed by committee with random revolver parts.

[@anthonyioane4438]

Because American revolver designs pre hand ejector were ass backwards single action only...

[@w.p.958]

I would love a modern Schofield revolver!

[@ironton655]

@@seniorp9444 I think they are a work of pure art ! Very unique in design with a faint nostalgic appeal. But I do hope they come out with a model with adjustable sights and maybe various barrel lengths. Keep up the good work Henry, you got my vote !

[@user-qn5iv3cf7b]

i'll let you know when that horrible hammer on my revolver so much as even inconveniences me...... it's gonna be a while

[@AngryJT]

Henry doesn't need to make revolvers, they need to get the 357 All Weather in stock!

[@msharmall7298]

The Henry looks amazing, the exposed ejector rod and skinny barrel add to that beautiful look. I fucking LOVE how it looks. And the price? For a made in America Henry? Not too bad no matter how ya say it

[@ResidentGunNut]

I mean yeah, to each his own. But it is the consensus. I honestly think it's $900 for two reasons: 1, brand/reputation; and 2, high polish+blued finish. These days, many people can't care less about either. I would rather pay $700 for the same revolver with no high polish and a melonite finish.

[@msharmall7298]

@@ResidentGunNut All fair points. I'm just saying when you compare it to any other American made blued 357, it's actually a pretty good price.

[@GodsChosen69]

i agree except the price. its too expensive.

[@msharmall7298]

@@GodsChosen69 How? It isn't overpriced for what is on the American made market

[@mkshffr4936]

It is no more expensive than S&W or Ruger.

[@blastingcapps4341]

The Henry looks like a botched Ruger Security Six

[@ResidentGunNut]

lol 😂-- like Henry was either running out of steel or was going for an ancient 1900s look

[@J.R.F.23]

It's retro design was on purpose. Both to to be a sidekick to their Big Boy lever action rifles; and to pay homage to the original types revolvers. It may not be something that you are into; yet Henry's Quality is far above average in all of their firearms.

[@ResidentGunNut]

@@J.R.F.23 Fair enough. Many people still think they're ugly. I'm kind of somewhere in the middle. I think a top rib and an ejector shroud could make a huge difference aesthetically, not to mention help with muzzle rise

[@Hunting4Hookers]

I love hearing other people’s opinion and the discussions generated from those opinions. Generating discussions and arguments as a self anointed authority is not what I’m personally impressed with.

[@Letyourcolorsblendwithmine]

Henry Big Boy looks like some generic 1930's police piece out of a Sears and Roebuck catalog.

[@ResidentGunNut]

Never heard of a Sears and Roebuck catalog so I looked it up. Those things are old! :D Thanks for commenting, sir.

[@aguilayserpiente]

That's what makes it cool.

[@mkshffr4936]

It is intended to have the vibe of the classic S&W Hand Ejector and Colt Police. I think they hit the mark pretty well.

[@brandonazevedo7560]

Loved your list. 🎉

[@tomlubas1512]

How many guys you reckon will become bear chow because they'll buy them big bear killer guns and find out there's a little more to it than a fancy big bore pistol?

[@ResidentGunNut]

should still be much fewer compared to guys who have become bear chow because they didn't buy anything lol

[@lancealmekian353]

I think Henry was too lazy. What they should have done was add a rib and full underlug to the square butt version. The birdshead grip version without a rib and underlug looks great to me. I would also be curious to know how good the square butt version would look with a rib, a half underlug, and a 6-inch barrel. It would probably look more aesthetically pleasing than a S&W 27

[@prfwrx2497]

Looks are a subjective thing. For me, I think they did the right call by going for the 1900s look. With that price, what's the point looking like any other revolver from S&W or Ruger.

[@mkshffr4936]

​@@prfwrx2497Agree. Not lazy, classic.

[@brianhaines3134]

Why doesn't any one include charter arms in there line up

[@ResidentGunNut]

My budget revolver video has a Charter Arms included

[@nathanielerskine1875]

I love revolvers. I have a 2020 Python, and I like that premium Python, but probably wont spend that money. I like that Anaconda and the way the Big Boy looks.

[@calanon534]

These are all really powerful. Especially against living things. That's a reference. Anyhow, nice overview. And I agree with you on the Henry - they need to drop that price if they want to move units.

[@ResidentGunNut]

"What about you, Barry?" "I have this!" "Thank you. I'll take this, then." Thanks for commenting, fellow video gamer. 😅

[@calanon534]

@@ResidentGunNut Kinda made me tear up a bit. I, uh.. my wife recently passed away, and we met while roleplaying Resident Evil in AOL chat rooms 23 years ago. I was playing Barry at the time. She was playing Chris.. we actually pulled this line off within a few minutes of our characters meeting up, Barry giving Chris an M16A1 rifle, then showing off his own Colt Anaconda (my Barry used heavier artillery). Long story. Long, long story. Oh, subbed, by the way. Keep being awesome

[@ResidentGunNut]

@@calanon534 I'm sorry to hear about your wife. I'm sure she's up there with the Lord. I'll pray He always gives you strength. Thank you for the sub, you keep being awesome too.

[@bobjohnson1633]

So... The 350 legend from that x-frame is as powerful as a full power 357 from 6." Huh

[@tonyp1040]

The diamondback sidekick you show isnt the diamondback sidekick burdshead because its not a birdshead. Thats the regular sidekick.

[@agoogleaccount2861]

These Henry revolvers sure remind me of the now defunct "new England firearms" revolvers that were great and durable solid steel and not super expensive. But that's Where Henry failed. Should be under $400

[@ResidentGunNut]

lol under $400 is way too low, my man. I'd say $700 and they can give it a cheaper finish for all I care. These are expensive because of all the polishing and the traditional blued finish which nobody cares about these days anymore. melonite is cheaper and more durable.

[@prfwrx2497]

You can't make a US made wheelgun for 400 unless you go with Zamak. Look. 600 dollars, rough bluing, and nobody will buy one since it's too expensive for what it is, yet too crappy feeling to justify nostalgia

[@brandiwynter]

The price tag of the Ruger Redhawk and the Colt Anaconda make sense because they both can handle loads that would damage or potentially grenade the S&W 29/629. That alone earns the Anaconda as well as the Redhawk a clear victory. I love my 629 but it's a weaker design. Why S&W doesn't change the design is a mystery but they seem content being the weak link.

[@evocati6523]

When someone compares any Ruger with a S&W you know they're clueless. The high-end ammo guys like BB and Underwood go out of their way to tell you only to use certain loads in a Ruger and under no circumstances ever use them in a S&W, that tells you everything you need to know about a comparison between the two

[@fleebogazeezig6642]

Yeah, They handle hot loads as well as your Mom does! (Sorry, had to do it.)

[@one-of-us9939]

I love my big blue .357 4". I got it in 1984 while in a punk band. Not much has changed... especially not our government.

[@Momo_Kawashima]

Wait, did the company whose name means "bull" call their gun with an acronym that in italian means "bull" (toro in italian means bull)? *THE BULL BULL REVOLVER*

[@4catsnow]

It's innovative ones that can handle 410 2 1/2, 45 Colt, and 45 ACP..like a S&W Governor..Gun's like that should be called "Jesus"...that's usually what I hear when mine leaves the holster in front of someone up at the range..

[@J.R.F.23]

I like how YOU describe the Diamond Sidekick Birdshead (yet don't show it!). You show the standard grip frame instead of Birdshead grip! 🤣 Your knowledge of revolvers is 👎👎

[@ResidentGunNut]

lol thanks for commenting and sorry about that. I'll talk to my video editor :D

[@brandiwynter]

I love the blued steel and brass frame combination of the Henry but the fixed sights, exposed ejector rod combined with the price makes it a huge no go for me. Hopefully they go back to the drawing board because these have serious potential for awesomeness if done correctly.

[@ResidentGunNut]

100% agreed

[@prfwrx2497]

I get it, you don't want to drop on that ejection rod. Still, I think it's a nostalgia product, not something to carry on the daily.

[@evocati6523]

People have been finding them in the $700s which is an easier pill to swallow although still kinda high for what it is

[@chrisshipes1153]

Who the heck is Big Blue?

[@VS-ff4ez]

I would roast you, but for $400 more, big blue has ... lol

[@ResidentGunNut]

Thanks. I would love to be roasted.

[@matthewhopkins1999]

Your bashing of the revolvers on this list only pales to your gratitude of "Big Blue" which as a consumer you can't tell any of their products apart! I have to say your spot on on anything Taurus makes, they are there for us to make fun of period. Colt, well bless their heart. As for Henry, Im most interested in what they are doing but, why now? Shot Show 2023 was a huge dissapointment of product, they could have been the star!

[@ResidentGunNut]

"which as a consumer you can't tell any of their products apart!" uhh I'm not sure which of Big Blue's products you were referring to. but thanks for commenting.

[@lancealmekian353]

ikr the square butt version is fugly but the birdshead looks real nice

[@colt45peacemaker]

First time the video is correct

[@richardefortune9870]

Good evaluation review!!

[@gregholsbeke3484]

What do suggest for hog hunting in Florida?

[@ResidentGunNut]

How much are you willing to spend?

[@gregholsbeke3484]

@Resident Gun Nut let's say about 1,200

[@ResidentGunNut]

@@gregholsbeke3484 Ruger Super Redhawk 7.5" in .454 Casull retails for $1400+ but street prices should be within $1,150 to $1,250 (your LGS may have one selling for even lower).

[@brandiwynter]

​@@ResidentGunNut Nice but WAY overkill for hogs. Way more power and recoil than necessary. A .357 magnum GP100 or S&W would work just fine. A .45 Colt single action Ruger would be even better. Perhaps even a .44 magnum Ruger or Colt if really big pigs are known to frequent the area. Even a S&W as long as you use the right ammo.

[@michaelkughn3591]

You can get Taurus Toros for less than $350.00 meh

[@mrmann44]

Umm...that's not a birdshead grip

[@ResidentGunNut]

Henry markets that grip as such lol

[@usnchief1339]

What the hell is "Big Blue"?

[@ResidentGunNut]

Smith & Wesson

[@jamfork3871]

I just want a 9 shot revolver that is in a higher caliber than a 22 so i can have a revolver set that matches my Family and state registered livestock brand the coveted "69" lol

[@ResidentGunNut]

lol at that brand. I think if there's ever going to be a 9-shot revolver that is a higher caliber than a .22, it'll be an N-frame or Ruger-Redhawk-size revolver chambered in something smaller than a .357 magnum, and that will probably be .327 Federal, otherwise a .22 Hornet which is pretty good too. Taurus released a Raging Bull in .22 Hornet a very long time ago but they could only drill 8 holes in the cylinder. Thanks for commenting.

[@kevinbietry7527]

You saved the best for last and shit all over it for it not looking exactly like every other damn revolver in the last 30 years.

[@ResidentGunNut]

Lol thank you for your comment, Kevin. You probably meant "in the last 70 years" because the vented rib + full underlug aesthetic started with the Python in the 50's. And I didn't shit all over Henry's wheelguns. They're cool and all, but I think they should be priced $50 cheaper and the square butt "Gun Fighter" version should have a top rib and full underlug -- not just for aesthetics -- those features help with muzzle rise too. I assure you, I'm not the only person who sees it that way.

[@Iceaxehikes]

I hope Henry produces a high quality .22lr/22magnum version.. but don't call it the.. little boy. Ugh. The market is flooded with junky zinc .22 revolvers. Nobody is making heirloom quality .22 revolvers anymore. I think Henry needs to pick one end of the scale or the other. The bottom and middle ground is flooded.

[@marcmo7138]

I heard they do come in 22lr and 22mag

[@dinein1970]

I think it's awesome that revolvers (which I LOVE to use on the range all day long) are makimg a strong showing, the Henry offering looks WEAK.

[@ResidentGunNut]

yes -- unfortunately. hopefully they'll fix their revolvers next year. ugh just look at that exposed ejector rod.

[@dinein1970]

@@ResidentGunNut They lug the barrel, but expose the ejector rod... then why bother with the lugging?

[@ResidentGunNut]

@@dinein1970 ikr. sad. smh.

[@TrashHowitzer]

Why are these god forsaken AI voice videos popping up? i swear to god every commenter here is either also a bot or are themselves unfamiliar with how human beings speak. Jesus christ.

[@ResidentGunNut]

Dude, there's a big difference between being a TV commercial voiceover and an enthusiast putting effort to sound like a heartless robot for deadpan effect. I assure you, I have a very human sounding voice, and I'm not God-forsaken. But thanks for commenting. And please limit the blasphemy. I know you're Christian too.

[@TrashHowitzer]

@ResidentGunNut lmao no. Also, yeah, I'm sure you can artifact your voice dude. Neat talent.

[@sogosensei]

I ... REALLY ... feel that Henry dropped the ball here and completely negated their customer base. Since their entire history has been dedicated to making lever action (and in some cases pump action) rifles. So their customers are, at least in part, interested in quality "old school" type firearms. With Ruger nearly stopping production of new Vaquero's and Blackhawk's recently in favor of the Wrangler and other items, it seems to me that Henry would have been able to quickly pick up a niche market need for a Colt Clone type sidearm. Especially among the SASS crowd. Now .. the revolver they've produced may be a quality piece, it still "for me" lacks much to be desired. An un-shrowded ejector rod. And the head on the ejector rod is oversized so a notch had to be cut out of the bottom of the barrel to fit almost seems to me to be an overlooked design flaw that no one wanted to re-engineer once it was realized so defacing the barrel seemed to be an easier design fix. I think their new Big Boy revolver would have been a good 2nd edition run, after the Single Actions had hit the market. Others may feel different and that's fine .... but I just feel they honestly didn't do their research before producing this new line.

[@davegreene2031]

Taurus makes great guns and are as good as any out there Taurus is the same thing as a smith and western people don't know they use to be the same company I have Taurus and smith and I love them both so u can't say anything bad about either one

[@ResidentGunNut]

I think they're good revolvers for the money, but let me ask you -- have you seen some of the revolvers from Sarsilmaz? Those are almost exact S&W 686 clones selling for much less than their Taurus counterparts.

[@chadc5803]

Really? do a bit of research and your opinion may change

[@davidkachel]

This video is nothing but blind advertising. Don't waste your time.

[@ResidentGunNut]

Dude, I roasted the revolvers. I wasn't advertising.

[@Joseph52093]

Got a Henry big boy revolver because, well firsties. I'll have fun with it, sell it off in a few years for 2gs when inflation is up another 57 percent