Henry Side Gate H024-35 .35 Rem 20″ 5rd
About this product
The Henry Side Gate H024-35 is a full-size lever-action rifle chambered in .35 Remington with a 20-inch barrel and a 5-round capacity, designed for hunters who demand a traditional manual-of-arms with the practical flexibility of side-gate loading. This rifle bridges a specific historical niche—the .35 Remington cartridge—with modern manufacturing and a safety system that addresses contemporary handling concerns. Its construction, featuring a hardened brass receiver and American walnut stock, positions it as a working heirloom rather than a purely nostalgic replica.
What is the Henry Side Gate H024-35 used for?
The Henry H024-35 is a dedicated brush and timber hunting rifle for medium game like whitetail and black bear at ranges under 200 yards. The .35 Remington cartridge delivers over 2,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy with heavy, .358-inch diameter bullets that retain momentum through dense foliage. Its 20-inch barrel and 39.5-inch overall length make it highly maneuverable in confined shooting lanes and thick cover where a longer-barreled bolt-action like the Stevens 334 in .308 Win would be cumbersome.
How does the Henry H024-35 compare to a Marlin 336?
The Henry H024-35 is mechanically superior in its loading system and safety features compared to the classic Marlin 336 in .35 Remington. While both use a lever action and tube magazine, the Henry incorporates a removable magazine tube accessed via a side gate, allowing the shooter to top off the magazine without cycling the action, a feature the traditional Marlin lacks. The Henry's transfer-bar firing pin safety is a definitive modern upgrade over the Marlin's half-cock notch, providing a more positive drop-safe condition, but the Marlin's receiver is drilled and tapped from the factory for scope mounting in a more standardized pattern.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
Unloaded, the Henry H024-35 weighs 7.3 pounds (118.7 ounces) and measures 39.5 inches in overall length from buttplate to muzzle. The 20-inch round barrel has a 1:16 twist rate, optimized for stabilizing the heavier 200- and 250-grain bullets typical of the .35 Remington cartridge. The straight-grip American walnut stock has a length of pull of 13.75 inches, which is standard for a full-sized rifle and comparable to many Stevens 555 shotguns.
Who is this NOT for?
This rifle is not for shooters prioritizing long-range precision, high-capacity ammo logistics, or low-cost practice. The .35 Remington is a niche, low-production cartridge that averages $2.50-$3.00 per round for factory ammunition, making sustained range time expensive compared to .308 Winchester or .30-06. The rifle's 5-round capacity and tube-fed design make it a poor choice for high-volume shooting or tactical applications, and hunters who regularly engage game beyond 250 yards should look to a flat-shooting bolt-action cartridge.
What's in the box?
The rifle ships with the Henry lifetime warranty documentation, a manual detailing the side-gate loading procedure and transfer-bar safety, and a single swivel stud installed on the forend. Henry does not include a second sling swivel stud for the buttstock, mounts for the drilled-and-tapped receiver (which accepts Weaver #63B bases), or a cable lock.
Is the Henry Side Gate H024-35 worth it at $1062.99?
At $1,062.99, the Henry H024-35 is worth the investment for a hunter seeking a durable, purpose-built brush gun with superior safety engineering and premium materials. You are paying approximately $300 over the cost of a utilitarian synthetic-stocked bolt-action for the polished brass receiver, select American walnut, and the refined side-gate/tube magazine system. If your primary need is a low-cost, high-accuracy deer rifle for open country, a Stevens 334 in .243 Win is a more cost-effective solution, but it lacks the Henry's specific mechanical character and chambering.
Specs at a glance
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Pros & cons
What works
- 5-round capacity via side gate — load with the action closed and hammer down.
- 7.3 lb unloaded weight — 0.8 lb lighter than a Marlin 336C in the same caliber.
- Hardened polished brass receiver — resists corrosion better than a blued steel finish.
- Transfer-bar safety system — provides a positive drop-safe condition the classic half-cock notch lacks.
Trade-offs
- .35 Remington ammunition cost — averages $2.75/round, making practice expensive.
- No included sling swivels — requires purchasing a second stud and swivels ($25-$40).
- Limited aftermarket support — few companies make dedicated stocks or rails for Henry lever actions.
- Straight-grip stock design — some shooters find it less controllable for rapid fire than a pistol grip.
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Key attributes
| upc | 619835060488 |
| manufacturer | Henry Repeating Arms |
| manufacturer part number | H024-35 |
| action | Lever Action |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel finish | Blued |
| barrel length | 20'' |
| caliber/gauge | .35 Remington |
| capacity | 5 |
| color | BI-TONE |
| length | 40.0500 |
| model | Sidegate |
| package height | 2.0 |
| package width | 7.0 |
| product type | Lever Action |
| safety | Transfer Bar |
| shipping weight | 8.2 |
| sights | Adjustable |
| sights type | Adjustable Sights |
Frequently asked questions
- What scope mounts fit the drilled and tapped receiver?
- The receiver is pre-drilled and tapped to accept Weaver-style #63B scope base mounts. I recommend using a low-profile base like the EGW #63B to maintain a proper cheek weld with the straight stock. The mounting pattern uses 6-48 screws, which are the standard for most rimfire and lever-action scope bases.
- Is the .35 Remington caliber suitable for elk?
- Yes, with significant qualification. The .35 Remington firing a 200-grain bullet at 2,200 fps produces adequate energy for elk within 150 yards in experienced hands, but its trajectory drops over 10 inches at 200 yards. I consider it a marginal elk cartridge compared to a .308 Winchester or .30-06, which offer better long-range performance and a wider selection of premium controlled-expansion bullets from manufacturers like Barnes and Federal.
- Can you load the magazine through the tube with the side gate closed?
- No. The side-loading gate is the primary and intended method for loading the rifle while the action is closed. The magazine tube can be removed for unloading by depressing the plunger in the tube cap, but Henry's design philosophy prioritizes the side gate for operational loading to keep the rifle ready while adding rounds. Attempting to load through the tube with the gate closed is not a supported function.
- How long does it take to receive the rifle after ordering?
- For in-stock items from Ironclad Armory, standard shipping to an FFL is 3-5 business days once the order clears payment and compliance verification. The FFL then must log the firearm into their books before you can complete the 4473 background check, which can add 1-2 days. Total timeline from order to pickup is typically 7-10 business days, barring any state-specific waiting periods.