Old black powder cartridges are having a revival, and the .38-55 Winchester is a favorite for cowboy action and mild deer hunting. The Henry Provider is chambered for it with a 20 inch barrel and a six round magazine. Walnut gives the rifle a traditional look.

.38-55 is a gentle cartridge with a heavy bullet. It drops deer at moderate range with little recoil and also works for steel targets at matches. If you reload, it is a rewarding round. If you do not, factory ammunition exists, but check availability before you buy.

The Provider has a lever action that is smooth and fast. Six rounds is plenty for a hunting trip and keeps the rifle slim. At 20 inches it carries well through brush and fits in a scabbard.

This is a rifle for the hunter who likes heritage and does not need a magnum. Take it out on a quiet fall day, sit on a stump at the edge of a hardwood stand and let the deer come to you. A rifle like this rewards patience more than speed.

The listing says new. It ships to your FFL dealer for the background check.