The Browning BL-22 Grade II is a lever-action rifle chambered in .22 LR (also compatible with .22 Short) with a 24-inch full octagon barrel, 15+1 tubular magazine, and a satin-finish Grade II walnut stock. The polished blued barrel and satin nickel receiver distinguish it visually from standard BL-22 configurations. Weight is 5.25 lbs and overall length is 40.75 inches. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 023614243816 
• Caliber: .22 LR (also compatible with .22 Short) 
• Capacity: 15+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 5.25 lbs 
• Overall Length: 40.75 inches 
• Action Type: Lever 
• Twist Rate: 1:16" 
• Stock Material: Satin Finish Grade II Walnut 
• Trigger Finish: Gold Plated 
   

Features 

 
The full octagon barrel is the defining feature of this Grade II configuration - it adds visual character and contributes to the forward balance that lever-action shooters tend to prefer. The 1:16" twist works well across the range of standard velocity and high-velocity .22 LR loads. 
 
The tubular magazine loads from the muzzle end and holds 15 rounds of .22 LR, which keeps range sessions moving. The gold-plated trigger has a cleaner feel than the standard trigger and is part of the Grade II upgrade package along with the walnut stock and nickel receiver. 
 
Adjustable open sights are included, and the receiver is grooved for a scope or rimfire optic. At 5.25 lbs the rifle carries comfortably for extended sessions. 
 

Uses 

• Range shooting: 15+1 capacity and fast lever cycling make this enjoyable for extended plinking sessions. 
• Small game hunting: .22 LR with a 24-inch barrel is effective at typical small game distances, and the octagon barrel helps with balance during off-hand shots. 
• Collecting: The Grade II walnut and nickel receiver make this a display piece as much as a shooter.

Owners of the Browning BL-22 Grade II consistently mention the quality of the walnut stock and the action smoothness as the primary reasons for buying this rifle over the standard BL-22. The octagon barrel and nickel receiver combination draws frequent positive comments at the range.

Accuracy reports are solid for a rimfire lever gun. The 24-inch barrel gives .22 LR a bit more velocity than shorter tubes, and owners generally report good performance with standard factory loads. The lever action is praised for its reliability and smooth feel out of the box.

The main discussion points are price - the BL-22 Grade II sits above comparable .22 rifles including the base BL-22 - and caliber scope. Some buyers mention they would have preferred additional caliber options. A few discussions compare the BL-22 against semi-automatic .22 options at lower price points, though buyers who chose the Grade II typically did so for the craftsmanship and the lever-action format specifically, not as a pure value calculation.