Silver plating gives the Silver Boy a look that stands apart from blued rimfire rifles. This Henry is chambered in .17 HMR and is a lever action, with a bright finish.

The .17 HMR is a fast, flat shooting rimfire. It makes sense for varmint work out to a good distance, and it has less drop than .22 LR. Prairie dogs, groundhogs and coyotes are fair targets if you can hold steady and read the wind.

A silver finish resists wear and is easy to wipe clean. It also looks smart on a rack. If you want to carry it into the field, expect some glare in bright sun, and think about a scope with a shade.

Ammunition costs more than .22 LR but less than centerfire rounds. A lever action rifle in this caliber is a pleasant way to shoot small targets at distance. Ask your dealer to look over the fit and function at pickup, and run a few boxes of ammunition through it before you rely on it in the field.

It is listed new. It ships to your FFL dealer for the background check.