Henry Golden Boy Lever Action Rifle – Octagon Blued Barrel
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About this product
The Ironclad Armory Henry Golden Boy Lever Action Rifle with Octagon Blued Barrel is a traditional .22 LR rimfire lever-action rifle built for target shooting, small-game hunting, and collectors. This platform blends a classic, polished 20-inch octagonal steel barrel with a Brasslite receiver and American walnut stock, delivering heirloom-grade aesthetics with modern manufacturing consistency. This specific configuration answers a persistent demand for a rifle that looks like a 19th-century showpiece but functions with the reliability demanded by 21st-century shooters.
What is the Henry Golden Boy used for?
You use the Henry Golden Boy for rimfire target shooting, small-game hunting, and as a display-worthy collector's item. The .22 LR chambering provides low-cost, low-recoil practice and is effective on squirrels and rabbits within 75 yards, while the meticulous polishing of the octagon barrel and brass-like receiver makes it a natural choice for a man who appreciates firearms as functional art.
How does the Henry Golden Boy compare to the Stevens 334 rifle?
The Henry Golden Boy offers a superior heirloom aesthetic and tactile lever-action experience, while the Stevens 334 in .243 Win provides vastly greater long-range power for deer hunting. The Golden Boy's polished steel and walnut finish is better for nostalgia and display, but the Stevens 334's detachable box magazine and bolt-action system is better for precise, long-range shots on larger game; you buy the Golden Boy for the experience, not the stopping power.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The rifle has a manufacturer-stated weight of 6.75 pounds (108 ounces) and an overall length of 38.5 inches. With its 20-inch octagon barrel and 13.5-inch length of pull, the balance point sits just forward of the lever, giving it a muzzle-heavy feel that stabilizes offhand target shooting but adds noticeable weight during extended carry compared to sporter-profile .22s.
Who is this NOT for?
This rifle is not for a shooter seeking a lightweight, tactical, or high-capacity plinker. The 6.75-pound weight, fixed tubular magazine, and deliberate lever-cycling speed make it unsuitable for high-volume rimfire competitions or for a youth shooter's first rifle without supervision; for a dedicated learner, a lighter, single-shot bolt action is often a safer and more manageable introduction.
What's in the box?
You receive the rifle, a single 7-round fixed tubular magazine, and an owner's manual. Henry does not include optics, sling swivels, or a case as standard, so you must budget for a low-profile scope base and rings if you plan to use the drilled-and-tapped receiver; expect to add 60-90 minutes for a proper optics mount and zeroing session.
Is the Henry Golden Boy worth it at $624.99?
At $624.99, the Henry Golden Boy is worth the price for a shooter who values craftsmanship and aesthetics as much as function. You are paying a premium of approximately $200 over a basic synthetic-stock .22 lever action for the hand-polished octagon barrel, premium walnut, and brass-colored receiver finish, which is justified if your primary use cases are display, casual target shooting, or introducing new shooters to a classic manual-of-arms.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Octagon barrel adds 4.2 oz of stabilizing weight forward of the lever for steadier offhand shots.
- Brasslite receiver requires zero polishing—maintains shine for 500+ rounds without tarnish compared to raw brass.
- 1:9" twist rate stabilizes standard and hyper-velocity .22 LR rounds equally well, with groups under 1.5 MOA at 50 yards from a bench.
Trade-offs
- Fixed magazine limits rapid reloads—a full 15-round tube takes 45 seconds to load versus 5 seconds for a detachable box.
- 6.75 lb weight is 1.8 lb heavier than a synthetic-stocked Rossi Rio Bravo, noticeable on long carry days.
- No included case or sling swivels—adds $40-$60 minimum for basic field-ready accessories.
Key attributes
| upc | 619835043009 |
| manufacturer | Henry Repeating Arms |
| manufacturer part number | H004V |
| action | Lever Action |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel finish | Blued |
| barrel length | 20" |
| caliber/gauge | .17 HM2 |
| capacity | 11 |
| color | BI-TONE |
| length | 40.3000 |
| model | Golden Boy |
| package height | 2.0 |
| package width | 6.6 |
| product type | Lever Action |
| safety | Hammer |
| shipping weight | 7.8 |
| sights | Adjustable |
| sights type | Adjustable Sights |
| state restriction (or) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| state restriction (ri) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| state restriction (wa) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the receiver drilled and tapped for a scope mount?
- Yes, the Brasslite receiver is pre-drilled and tapped with a standard 3/8" dovetail groove and two #8-40 threaded holes for a scope base. You will need to purchase a separate base, such as a Weaver #63B or equivalent, which typically costs $15-$30 and installs in about 10 minutes with a torque driver set to 15 in-lbs.
- What is the magazine capacity?
- The fixed tubular magazine holds 15 rounds of .22 Long Rifle or 17 rounds of .22 Short ammunition. Loading requires depressing the spring-loaded follower in the tube under the barrel, which takes approximately 45 seconds to fully load with LR rounds using the supplied loading rod.
- Does this rifle ship directly to my home?
- No. Due to federal law, this rifle must ship to a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder for transfer. During checkout, you will select your local FFL dealer from our network or provide their contact information; standard processing and shipping time to the dealer is 3-5 business days once the order clears verification.
- Can I mount a suppressor on this barrel?
- No, not without modification. The 20-inch octagon barrel is not threaded from the factory. To attach a .22 caliber suppressor, you would need a qualified gunsmith to thread the muzzle to 1/2"-28 TPI, a service costing roughly $120-$180, and you must complete ATF Form 1 or Form 4 and pay the $200 tax stamp before taking possession of the suppressor itself.