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I was looking at getting a Henry pump 22 for squirrel hunting and would like to know what people think of it in the field and how it shoots? I was also looking at scoping it up with the FX1 4x28 rimfire scope and was wondering if anyone had that combo and how it feels. I didn't want the scope to throw off the balance of the rifle, which is why I was looking at the lightweight fixed power. Any optics recommendations and rifle reviews appreciated. Thanks!
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I read a lot of bad stuff about their pump actions. I'd get a Remington new or used, or a Winchester if I wanted a pump action. If I wanted a Henry, it would be a lever. And probably a 22 Magnum since 22 Magnum lever action rifles are otherwise expensive and not always available.
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When my son worked in the gun dept. at Gander, the two brands that were brought back the most with problems were Henry and Taurus/Rossi. That was early on, so things may have improved. The boys that have them sure seem to love 'em, especially the shiny ones. Raccoon blood in their family tree, I suspect.
There's a guy on YouTube that specializes in rimfires; .22Shooter or some such. Check out some videos.
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I've never read or heard anything about their pump actions. I did win a Rossi pump action i a raffle about 30 years ago. It was a nice little shooter. Don't have it any more. I gave it to a friend in Battle Mountain, NV.
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The Taurus pumps look pretty good, except for that silly safety. Never seen a Rossi.
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You won't see many Rossi's. I've had one for decades and it's fit and finish are great. It also shoots. I believe newer models may have lost some of the earlier quality from what I've read. Mine is an exact replica of a 62 Win.
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I saw a Rossi at the pawn shop the other day. It felt solid. But not an option if you want a scope.
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After looking on the web, it appears most of the problems with the Henry pump action was with the 22 Mag, and not the 22LR.
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Thanks all for the feedback! I am waiting for Uncle Sam to give me my money back, and I will probably end up with one in the gun safe:)
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Don't know much about Henry pumps but I've got a 1970's Rem 572 Fieldmaster pump that just works. Grooved receiver, feels and shoots nice. Old wood and steel tank, but not to heavy to tote around the woods.
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That would be the way to go or maybe a Savage Model 29 B. The later ones came grooved too. The best pump is the Winchester 61 but very spendy, especially if you find a newer one grooved for a scope. Same with the Rem 121 but not quite the dollars as a Winchester.
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This question may get better answers over at Rimfirecentral in the "Henry" threads.
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I have a Ruger American Predator in 6.5 Creedmoor that shoots very well.
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Pumps.
I have a colt lightning pump, so old there is no 4473 paperwork transfer. Not a great gun and not in great condition, but I did kill a big raccoon with it [in a trap]
I have a winchester 62a, that is a safe queen.
I have a couple remington 572s. I have killed so much stuff with one of them, there should be a law against it.
I have a Rem 121
I have a Rem 12 [safe queen]
I have a Rem 12a
I have a Win 1906, old basket case I nursed back to health
I have a Win 61. That is my best pump. The only thing it can do that a rem 572 cannot is shoot shorts straight up all day.
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Can't speak to the Henry pump but my son still has a Rossi pump I bought him around 25 years or longer ago. He says it's still accurate and reliable and his favorite go-to .22 rim fire rifle.
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