The Henry Frontier is a lever-action rifle chambered in .22 S/L/LR with a threaded 24-inch octagonal barrel ready for suppressor use. Capacity is 10 rounds of .22 LR or 16 rounds of .22 Short. The American walnut stock and blued octagonal barrel are consistent with Henry's traditional aesthetic. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Frontier 
• Manufacturer: Henry Repeating Arms 
• Caliber: .22 S/L/LR 
• Action Type: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 10 rounds (.22 LR) / 16 rounds (.22 Short) 
• Weight: 7 lbs. 
• Overall Length: 42.5 inches 
• Finish Material: Blued Steel Barrel with Black Receiver 
• Stock Material: American Walnut 
• Safety Mechanism: Hammer (1/4 Cock) 
   

Detailed Features 

The threaded muzzle accepts standard suppressor mount threads, which makes this one of the practical out-of-box suppressor-ready options in the lever-action .22 category. The lever action cycles smoothly and handles both .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle interchangeably without adjusting the action. 
 
The octagonal barrel is heavier than a round profile at the same length, which contributes to the 7-lb weight and adds stability during the shot. Sights are a brass bead front and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear. The grooved receiver accepts tip-off scope mounts for those who prefer optics. The 1/4-cock position on the hammer is the carry-safe position. 
 

Target Audience: 

• Suppressor-ready .22 LR rifle buyers who want a lever-action format. 
• Small game hunters who want quiet operation with a suppressor. 
• Collectors and shooters who prefer traditional lever-action aesthetics. 
   

Usage Scenarios: 

• Small game hunting with a suppressor: the threaded barrel and .22 LR caliber combination is effective and quiet. 
• Plinking and recreational shooting: 10-round tube magazine and smooth lever action make for enjoyable range sessions. 
• Competitive shooting in lever-action .22 classes where the platform fits the rules.

The Henry Frontier suppressor-ready lever-action draws strong reviews centered on its craftsmanship and the threaded muzzle feature.

The walnut stock and octagonal blued barrel are consistently praised for their traditional styling and build quality. The lever action is described as smooth and satisfying to cycle. The suppressor-ready threading is the standout feature for most buyers. It opens up quiet small game hunting or noise-sensitive shooting sessions. The grooved receiver for scope mounting adds practical flexibility.

The main discussion points on the negative side are limited aftermarket accessory options compared to AR-style platforms, and occasional preferences for different sight configurations out of the box. Neither is a significant issue for the platform's primary audience. Accuracy and reliability are reported as solid across standard .22 LR loads.