Long barrels and rimfire cartridges go together for steady shooting, and this Henry Frontier has a 24-inch threaded barrel to prove it. It holds sixteen rounds of .22 LR in the tube, wears a black finish, and has a walnut stock.

Sixteen rounds make an afternoon of plinking easy, with few stops to reload. The long barrel gives a longer sight radius, which helps new shooters hold groups. The threads at the muzzle are a feature for those who plan to attach a muzzle device, and they come with a thread protector on many models. Ask your dealer whether a thread protector is included.

On the farm, a 24-inch .22 is a good all-around tool for small pests and target shooting. The lever action is smooth and quick. It is light enough for kids but long enough to fit adults well.

Keep the magazine tube clean, and wipe the finish after wet days. Laws about threaded barrels vary by state, so check yours. It ships to your FFL dealer, where the background check is completed before pickup.