The Henry H004D4 Golden Boy Deluxe is a lever-action rimfire rifle built on the same platform Henry has refined for decades. It chambers 22 Short, 22 Long, and 22 LR interchangeably, with the magazine holding 16 LR or 21 Short rounds. The brass receiver is engraved, and the stock is American walnut, details that make this one of the more visually distinct .22s on the market. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Golden Boy Deluxe 
• Caliber: 22 Short (also accommodates 22 LR and 22 Long) 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Capacity: 16 LR / 21 Short rounds 
• Safety: Hammer safety mechanism 
• Overall Length (OAL): 38.5 inches 
• Weight: 6.75 lbs 
• Barrel Twist Rate: 1 in 16 inches 
• Sights: Brass Bead Front & Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn Rear 
   

Features 

The octagonal barrel is a traditional feature that also contributes to consistent accuracy. The semi-buckhorn rear sight adjusts for elevation, and the brass bead front gives a quick sight picture. The lever action cycles smoothly and the hammer safety works without any extra steps once you're used to it. 
 
At 6.75 lbs and 38.5 inches, the Golden Boy is on the heavier side for a .22 rimfire. That octagonal barrel adds some heft. It's well-suited to plinking, small game, and collecting; less practical as a pack-along trail rifle if weight matters. The brass receiver engraving does make each rifle slightly different from the next, which appeals to collectors.

Owners of the Henry Golden Boy Deluxe .22 tend to be enthusiastic about the fit and finish. The walnut stock and brass receiver draw consistent praise, and many buyers pick this rifle specifically for its appearance. It looks like something worth keeping. The lever action gets described as smooth and easy to work, which makes it approachable for new shooters.

Accuracy feedback is positive for plinking and short-to-medium range use. The lightweight carry and portability come up as positives among those who use it in the field for small game.

Two recurring criticisms: the price is higher than most .22 rimfires, and some buyers feel the octagonal barrel adds unnecessary weight for a hunting or camping rifle. Neither complaint is unusual for a rifle in this category. You're paying partly for the aesthetics and the Henry name, and the tradeoffs that come with the octagonal barrel are visible up front.