The Henry H1 Western is a lever-action rifle chambered in .22 S/L/LR with an 18.5-inch round blued barrel. It has an American walnut straight-grip stock and a capacity of 15 rounds with .22 LR ammunition. The rifle includes an adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight and a hooded blade front sight. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Henry 
• Model: H1 Western 
• Caliber: .22 S/L/LR 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 15 rounds (.22 LR) 
• Barrel Length: 18.5" 
• Color/Finish: Blued 
   

Detailed Features 

• 18.5-inch round blued barrel 
• Straight-grip American walnut stock 
• Adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with hooded blade front sight 
• 15-round capacity in .22 LR (17 in .22 Long, 21 in .22 Short) 
• Grooved receiver for scope or optic mounting

Owners of the Henry H1 Western appreciate the fit and finish for the price point. The walnut stock on the H1 Western gets consistent praise for grain and feel compared to synthetic-stocked rimfire options in the same range. The straight-grip profile and round barrel give it a classic look that owners describe as the main reason they picked it over more modern-styled rimfires.

The lever action is smooth out of the box for most owners, though a handful note the action needs a few hundred rounds to fully break in before cycling without any stiffness. The tube magazine loads from the front, which some owners find slower than a traditional loading gate but consider acceptable for a .22 LR plinker. Capacity across .22 Short, Long, and LR gives versatility.

Value reception is strong. The H1 Western is one of the more affordable Henry lever guns and owners generally feel the build quality exceeds the price. The adjustable semi-buckhorn sights are a practical inclusion, though shooters who want to mount optics note the grooved receiver makes it straightforward. The trigger is described as functional but not exceptional.