Love my henry X model in 44. Sold a jm stamped marlin in 44, because I just couldn't see that wood stock getting dinged up with my use, so the X model was the perfect fit.
Easy to scope, and I shoot mine out to 200 m so far with the vx 2-7x33.
There are a few chiappa's out there on the retail scene, and looks like henry's are starting to trickle in again.
I can't wait until Ruger comes out with the new marlin 44's. I had a chance to play with the new 45-70, and would love to get my hands on the 44 model.