The Henry Long Ranger in 6.5 Creedmoor is a lever-action rifle with a 22-inch free-floated round barrel, walnut stock, blued finish, and 4-round capacity. At 8.9 lbs and 42.5 inches overall, it's a full-size rifle with a 1:8 twist rate suited to the 6.5 Creedmoor's longer, heavier bullets. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Long Ranger 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches (round, free-floated) 
• Overall Length: 42.5 inches 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Weight: 8.9 lbs (approximately) 
• Finish: Blued / Walnut 
• Safety: Transfer Bar 
• Twist Rate: 1:8" 
• Receiver: Drilled and tapped for scope mounts 
   

Detailed Features 

The free-floated barrel minimizes interference from the stock during firing, which helps accuracy. The 1:8 twist rate stabilizes heavier 6.5 Creedmoor projectiles effectively. The receiver is drilled and tapped so scope mounting is straightforward. The transfer bar safety prevents discharge unless the trigger is fully pulled.

The Henry Long Ranger in 6.5 Creedmoor draws consistent praise for build quality and fit and finish. Accuracy gets good marks, and 6.5 Creedmoor's flat trajectory and moderate recoil make the combination popular for deer hunting and precision target shooting.

The lever-action format combined with a modern, capable cartridge and detachable magazine is the main selling point -- it appeals to those who want the classic lever-action look and action with better long-range ballistics than traditional pistol-caliber lever guns.

The main criticisms are weight (8.9 lbs is on the heavier end) and price relative to competing bolt-action 6.5 Creedmoor rifles. The 4-round capacity is lower than most bolt-action alternatives. Some shooters new to lever-action also note a short learning curve for rapid follow-up shots compared to bolt or semi-auto platforms.