Question Can-AM and it`s timely, I was just considering purchasing a Henry - U.S. Survival AR-7.

You don`t seem to be too impressed. Could you elaborate a bit with you`re concerns about it.

The main problem I found was the accuracy. First time pulling it out of the box it shot like a dream so much that I figured I could buy some glass for it and maybe reach out a little farther. After a few hundred rounds I noticed it was starting to pull dramatically and that it would not feed properly jamming every few rounds. That being said I took it to my local gun guy and tried to see if it had something to do with user error like me jacking it up while putting the barrel on or something of that nature. He told me it was the way they manufacture the barrel and he has seen this problem many times with the Henry's. Tried to call Henry about the issue and they told me it was a survival rifle not an everyday shooter and I should baby it a bit more. The barrel has since been replaced but I have the feed problem still and multiple parts wearing WAY to fast for what I have been doing to it. Little springs and pins are not a big deal but I see that other major parts are starting to grind down sufficiently. With all that said I have been talking to multiple people who say that if you are purchasing one check the serial number and make sure it is made after 2011. Mine was purchased a few years back so I guess I received a bad one made before that date.

Henry has known about these problems so they have made multiple improvements to the newer models. Just check the paperwork and the serial number before you buy and let me know if you get one and maybe you can change my mind.
By the way it's not water tight! At least mine didn't float or keep the water out just another point if that is what sold you on it like it did me! You will be wiping the rust off for days...

Danm, I have one of these on order and have been excited to get it.
Doesn't even float? Grrr

I'll be sure to check the date. Hopefully (no offence) you got a dud, the reviews online are not bad.
I liked the fact that it breaks down, had an offset barrel (im a lefty), is water tight, and holds 3 loaded mags.
Too bad they didnt think to put a cleaning rod in the stock too :-S

I dont plan for it to be my main plinker but a backup in the pack for emergencies. It may even find itself underground at a BOL.

Anyone else have any feedback on this gun?

Oh, I just remembered I did hear mention of the updated one, everything is bright orange in the stock, where I think the older ones were black.

Hey spinkxs

Think you got it backwards.
For me my backup fire arm should be just as or more dependable than my every day carry
Packing away a fire arm that may rust ,or barrel may burn out, or parts ware out???? Is it going to be ready when you need it????
Look for dependable first partner
Hobo

Can Am thanks for the response - I'll keep away from that.

I feel for you Spinks

Hi i hear that there is knock off Henrys that are not up to snuff forget the maker .But have done some research on this subject .Found there is a Ruger 10 22 take down that i wish i new there was such a ruger 10 22 before i purchased mine which i am very happy with .Found an compassion video but this guy is brutal with his guns will give you an idea http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkGRRoZyz34

There are many nice .22 rifles. The 10/22 and AR-7 are definitely among them.

The best one is the one that you have when you need it most. If you haven't planned ahead, you might go without.

I have a great little Lakefield 64 with a scope. Semi-auto, 10 round magazine, deadly accurate. Should find many a rabbit or squirrel should the need arise. Downfalls, no manual and only one magazine. I've been looking for more, but the places that have them want to sell the rifle they are attached to as well. Some places that sell magazines are usually out of stock.

I just checked out the 10/22 and Savage (Lakefield) 64 today.

Neither one of them is a rifle I'd want to put much faith in. I've heard the reports, seen them both shoot, heard the chest beating from both owners... but they (brand new models) both showed signs of subpar manufacturing.

In the same store was a used Remington 552 Speedmaster (as well built and sexy as the Wingmasters) and I'm pretty sure that's what I'm going to go with. Super durable, relatively easy to clean, but not often necessary because it is very resistant to residue buildup and best of all... It handles both .22 short and long rounds!

Even used it's $400 but easily 3x the gun most other .22 contenders are.

Odd, I agree on the Lakefield. The bonus (if it counts) is it is an older manufacture, not new. I have owned it for probably 18 years and when I saw the need for prepping, I figured it would do until more pressing needs were met.

If it comes to needing to fill a stew pot, it will do.

The Remington sounds great. The handling of multiple rounds is a bonus, though I don't see as much .22 short around as I do long. It's a nice touch.