The Henry H1 Western Frontier is a lever-action rifle chambered in .22 S/L/LR with a 20-inch octagon blued barrel and an American walnut stock. Capacity is 16, 17, or 23+1 rounds depending on the cartridge loaded. The rifle has a checkered grip, an adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with diamond insert, and a brass bead front sight. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Henry 
• Model: H1 Western Frontier 
• Caliber: .22 S/L/LR 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 16/17/23+1 
• Barrel Length: 20" 
• Color/Finish: Blued 
• Stock: American Walnut 
   

Detailed Features 

• 20-inch octagon blued barrel 
• American walnut stock with checkered grip 
• Adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight with diamond insert 
• Brass bead front sight 
• Accepts .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle interchangeably

Henry Western Frontier owners consistently appreciate the traditional octagon barrel and walnut stock combination, which gives the rifle an old-west aesthetic that stands apart from modern polymer rimfires. The fit and finish get consistent praise for a production-grade lever action at this price.

The ability to run .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle interchangeably is a practical feature that owners mention, particularly for those who plink with whatever bulk rimfire is available. The semi-buckhorn rear sight is functional, though some owners upgrade to a peep sight for finer target work. The brass bead front sight is a period-correct touch that most buyers like.

Trigger feel on the H1 Western Frontier tends to be acceptable rather than outstanding, and some owners note it smooths out with use. A segment of buyers wish for a cross-bolt safety, while others prefer the clean lines without one; this tends to split opinions along generational or use-case lines.