thinkin' of plinkin'.... - The Firearms Forum

Slimslam · 05-27-2003, 06:35 AM

I'm looking at the Henry .22 LR rifles. The US Survival seems interesting because of its ability to break down into a compact 16.5 inches. The .22 pump looks like fun too. My question: Is a Henry a good value? My only exposure to them was from the movie Silverado. They seem to be a good value....Any insight or experience with Henry's would be appreciated! Thanks..
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Boomatic · 05-27-2003, 09:16 AM

Hey Slimslam...Welcome to TFF!!!

Let's see...The quality of most of the stuff from Henry is for the most part quite good. It really depends on what you want it for. If it is really just for plinkin' and you like their stuff...go for it!

Is it important to you that your gun breakdown to 16.5"? Could be a factor.

To me, assuming a certain level of quality manufacture, which Henry will certainly deliver, plinkers are mostly about personal taste. If you want to do more serious target shooting, you would probably want to look somewhere else.

I had a Henry Goldenboy for a time and it was a great shooter...action smooth as a baby's arse.

I am sure others will venture other opinions, but that is mine!!!!

Again...welcome! If you see the Nuge, say hi for me.

NuclearMeltdown · 05-27-2003, 12:42 PM

I never shot one but the sure do look nice...

pickenup · 05-27-2003, 05:52 PM

Welcome to the forum.
Sorry no experience with these.
I have not tried one, but I would like to.

05-27-2003, 06:35 AM	#1
Slimslam V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 124	thinkin' of plinkin'.... I'm looking at the Henry .22 LR rifles. The US Survival seems interesting because of its ability to break down into a compact 16.5 inches. The .22 pump looks like fun too. My question: Is a Henry a good value? My only exposure to them was from the movie Silverado. They seem to be a good value....Any insight or experience with Henry's would be appreciated! Thanks.. ss __________________ All Rights Reserved c. 1791 -->

05-27-2003, 09:16 AM	#2
Boomatic Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 1,088	Hey Slimslam...Welcome to TFF!!! Let's see...The quality of most of the stuff from Henry is for the most part quite good. It really depends on what you want it for. If it is really just for plinkin' and you like their stuff...go for it! Is it important to you that your gun breakdown to 16.5"? Could be a factor. To me, assuming a certain level of quality manufacture, which Henry will certainly deliver, plinkers are mostly about personal taste. If you want to do more serious target shooting, you would probably want to look somewhere else. I had a Henry Goldenboy for a time and it was a great shooter...action smooth as a baby's arse. I am sure others will venture other opinions, but that is mine!!!! Again...welcome! If you see the Nuge, say hi for me. __________________ Boom-a-tic Boomer Sooner!!

05-27-2003, 12:42 PM	#3
NuclearMeltdown V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: PA Posts: 117	I never shot one but the sure do look nice... __________________ 1995 American Standard Stratocaster

05-27-2003, 05:52 PM	#4
pickenup Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains Posts: 6,841	Welcome to the forum. Sorry no experience with these. I have not tried one, but I would like to. __________________ The gene pool needs chlorine