The Henry H1 Classic Youth Model in .22 LR (brand part no. H001Y) is a lever-action rifle scaled for smaller or first-time shooters. Henry Repeating Arms builds it on the same smooth H1 action as its full-size rifles, with a 16.5-inch blued barrel, an American walnut stock and a weight of just 4.5 pounds. The shorter length of pull lets a young shooter shoulder the rifle naturally and focus on sight alignment and trigger discipline. Because the action is manual, a parent can supervise each step of loading, cycling and firing. It chambers .22 Short, Long and Long Rifle, so it works for plinking, target practice and small game.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .22 Short, Long and Long Rifle, so one rifle handles the full range of .22 rimfire loads with very little recoil.
• Magazine capacity is 12 Long Rifle, 14 Long or 18 Short rounds, a tube that holds a full range session.
• The barrel is 16.5 inches of round blued steel, kept short so the rifle stays maneuverable for young shooters.
• Rifling twist is 1:16, the rate Henry cuts into this barrel.
• Overall length is 33.5 inches, a size that fits a smaller frame.
• The rifle weighs 4.5 pounds, light enough for a young shooter to hold steady without fatigue.
• Length of pull is 13 inches, shorter than an adult rifle so a smaller shooter can reach the trigger comfortably.
• The stock is American walnut with a straight grip, a durable material with a classic lever-gun look.
• Sights are a fully adjustable fiber optic rear and a fiber optic front, which stand out clearly against a target.
• The receiver is grooved for 3/8-inch ring mounts, so a scope can be added later without drilling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle sized for a young shooter? Yes. Henry designed the Classic Youth Model with a 13-inch length of pull and a weight of 4.5 pounds so smaller or first-time shooters can handle it comfortably.

What .22 ammunition does it shoot? Henry lists the caliber as .22 Short, Long and Long Rifle, with a tube capacity of 12 Long Rifle, 14 Long or 18 Short rounds.

Can a scope be mounted? Yes. The receiver is grooved for 3/8-inch ring mounts, and the fiber optic iron sights stay available if you prefer them.

Buy the Henry H1 Classic Youth Lever-Action Rifle, .22 LR, 16.5-Inch Barrel, Blued/Walnut, 12-Round

Henry made this rifle to give a young shooter a safe, comfortable and confidence-building start. The lever action keeps the pace deliberate, and the quarter-cock safety adds a layer of security during handling. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more lever action rifles while you are here.