Henry Long Ranger .308
OK, they've been around long enough now that there are a few reviews available online. The consensus seems to be "great rifle". It seems Henry has met the goal of bolt action accuracy, and the geared lever action, with a rotating bolt like an AR15, is incredibly smooth. Everyone likes the overall design, the box magazine, and the weight, and most mention an unexpectedly light recoil. The lack of iron sights is probably because Henry is marketing it as a long range gun, something they figure most people wouldn't want to use with iron sights. Rumor has it that if the Long Ranger series proves successful, they'll start addng options, like iron sights and more calibers. Having only a 4 round mag for the .308 is aggravating, but maybe that will eventually change. Or maybe not, with mag size limits being so popular among gun "control" advocates. I do hope they eventually decide to make a brass version, though.
As for the price, no, it isn't a cheap gun. But you always have to pay for quality. And until you get into the REALLY expensive stuff, as far as I'm concerned a Henry is the best American made rifle you can buy. The main shortcomomg, as far as I'm concerned, is that even with a price tag of about $1K, it's looks like it's too popular. Most places have it on backorder, and I'm doubtful I'll be able to get my hands on one in time for next year's Elk season. The only place where I have enough credit to get one, the Army & Air Force Exchange system, tells me they don't even have access to them yet.
I've been waiting years for Henry to come out with a 30-06 or or a .308, now I might have to wait a long time to get my hands on one.