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22-rimfire · June 7, 2014, 06:41 AM

I think even the casual 22LR shooter should have two 22 rifles if for no other reason than to have one you can loan to a friend to plink with together. Personally, I would just keep the Remington mostly in reserve and get replacements.

Henry 22 lever actions have a very smooth action. I don't think you'll go wrong adding one to your inventory. I resisted buying one for a few years and finally got one and I have a number of 22 rifles. I also have the Marlin 39A which is never a bad choice if you're willing to spend a bit more money. Then you'll want a Winchester 9422 which is one of the grail 22 lever guns these days.

The target shooting area (even non-competitive) is where you end up spending real money on 22 rifles.

My advice is go ahead and buy the Henry and down the road a bit pick up a CZ bolt action which are a good value on the accurate middle priced 22 rifles later.

June 7, 2014, 06:41 AM	#11
22-rimfire Senior Member Join Date: February 19, 2005 Location: Tennessee Posts: 5,323	I think even the casual 22LR shooter should have two 22 rifles if for no other reason than to have one you can loan to a friend to plink with together. Personally, I would just keep the Remington mostly in reserve and get replacements. Henry 22 lever actions have a very smooth action. I don't think you'll go wrong adding one to your inventory. I resisted buying one for a few years and finally got one and I have a number of 22 rifles. I also have the Marlin 39A which is never a bad choice if you're willing to spend a bit more money. Then you'll want a Winchester 9422 which is one of the grail 22 lever guns these days. The target shooting area (even non-competitive) is where you end up spending real money on 22 rifles. My advice is go ahead and buy the Henry and down the road a bit pick up a CZ bolt action which are a good value on the accurate middle priced 22 rifles later.