The Henry Patriot Heritage Edition is a lever-action rifle chambered in .22 Short, built with a forged steel barrel and receiver and finished in brown. It holds 16 rounds in standard configuration (21 Short), has adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sights with a brass bead front, and a hammer safety. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Caliber: .22 SHORT 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 16 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Weight: 6.8 lbs. 
• Finish: Brown 
   

Detailed Features: 

 
Henry builds this on their standard lever-action platform with forged steel construction. The semi-buckhorn rear sight is adjustable, and the brass bead front sight is a classic choice for this type of rifle. The lever cycles smoothly for follow-up shots. At 6.8 lbs the rifle has some weight to it, which helps absorb the already-mild .22 Short recoil. 
 
The Heritage Edition designation reflects the aesthetics and traditional American lever-action styling rather than mechanical differences from other Henry .22 models. The hammer safety is the primary safe-handling feature. 
 

Usage Scenarios: 

• Plinking and range use: .22 Short is inexpensive and the 16-round capacity keeps sessions going without constant reloading. 
• Small game: adequate for squirrels and rabbits at reasonable distances. 
• Introducing new shooters: low recoil and familiar lever-action operation make it approachable.

Owners of the Henry Patriot .22 Short Heritage Edition generally have positive things to say, with build quality and the lever-action experience coming up most often.

The craftsmanship gets consistent praise. The wood finish and metalwork are considered well-done for the price, and the rifle feels solid. People appreciate that Henry builds these in the US, which comes up in discussions fairly often. The Heritage Edition's traditional aesthetics resonate with buyers who want something that looks the part alongside its function.

The shooting experience with .22 Short is described as pleasant — light recoil, fun to shoot, good for family range days or teaching new shooters. The lever action adds a tactile element that many find enjoyable compared to semi-automatics. The 16-round capacity is seen as sufficient for casual use.

On price, opinions vary. Some feel it's fairly priced given the build quality and Henry's reputation; others note it costs more than comparable .22 rifles and factor that into their buying decision. As a Heritage Edition, there's some collector interest that affects pricing expectations.

Maintenance discussions note that lever-actions take some attention to keep running well, though Henry's design is generally considered straightforward to clean.