The Henry Long Ranger is a lever-action rifle chambered in .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO with a 20-inch barrel. It weighs 7 lbs. and measures 40.5 inches overall. The stock is American walnut; the barrel is blued and the receiver is brass. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Model: Long Ranger 
• Caliber: .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Weight: 7 lbs. 
• Overall Length: 40.5 inches 
• Stock Material: American Walnut 
• Finish: Blued barrel with brass receiver 
   

Detailed Features: 

The lever mechanism cycles smoothly and reliably. The rifle is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, which is useful given the absence of factory iron sights. Most owners add an optic. The target crown muzzle protects the rifling at the end of the bore and contributes to consistent accuracy. Transfer bar safety prevents discharge if the rifle is dropped or the hammer is struck without a complete trigger pull. The 20-inch barrel gives good velocity in .223 and keeps the overall length manageable at 40.5 inches. 
 

Usage Scenarios: 

The Long Ranger in .223 is well-suited for varmint hunting and small to medium game. The lever action and walnut stock make it distinct from the typical AR-platform .223 rifle. At 7 lbs. it's light enough for a day of hunting. The detachable magazine aids reloading. Most owners add a scope given the drilled-and-tapped receiver.

The Long Ranger in .223 consistently draws comments on two things: the walnut and brass aesthetic, and the accuracy. Owners appreciate that this is a lever-action in a modern centerfire caliber, which fills a niche between traditional lever guns and AR-platform rifles.

Cycling is described as smooth, and the .223 caliber earns praise for varmint work and recreational shooting without the cost of a larger centerfire. The walnut stock specifically comes up as a reason buyers chose this over alternatives. It looks good and holds up in use.

Weight is occasionally flagged as heavier than expected for a 7 lb. rifle in this caliber, particularly for extended carry. Some buyers expected more from the factory sighting system before discovering it's drilled-and-tapped for optics only. Overall, owners consider it a solid, attractive lever-action that delivers accurate performance.