I've had an 1895 Guide Gun in 45/70 for maybe 10 years now. Great gun! No issues with it at all. For most of my deer areas, it is all I need.
I handload heavier loads for it which the Marlin can handle, not sure of the strength of the Henry actions. With the loads I made and minimal tweaking (only tried 3 powder charges), it shoots about 1.25" groups at 100 yds with a 2-7x scope.
I did a Limbsaver custom fit recoil pad for it and with the heavy loads, it kicks less than my slug gun.
If you want to get a box of shells and come out to Syracuse area we'll take it to the range.