Description
There is something about a nickel receiver against dark walnut that makes people stop and look, and the Henry Golden Boy Silver H004SL leans into it. The receiver cover, barrel band, and buttplate all wear that bright plated finish, set off by a 20 inch octagon blued steel barrel and a genuine American walnut straight-grip stock. Nickel plating is not just for show either. It has been protecting working guns from wear and tarnish since the old electro-plating days, so this rifle holds its shine through years of range trips.
A Golden Boy Silver That Earns Its Keep
This is a shooter, not a safe queen. The tubular magazine holds 16 rounds of .22 LR or 21 rounds of .22 Short, and it will happily digest .22 Long too, which makes it a great match for whatever rimfire ammo you have on the shelf. Sights are classic Henry: a brass bead up front and a fully adjustable semi-buckhorn rear with a diamond insert. If you want glass, the receiver comes drilled and tapped for Henry's cantilever scope mount. Add in the famously smooth Henry action and a 1:16 twist barrel that stabilizes everything from Shorts to high-velocity LR, and you have a rifle that pulls double duty on paper targets and small game alike.
Why the H004SL Large Loop Stands Out
The big difference between this model and the standard Golden Boy Silver is the oversized loop lever. It gives you more room to work the action with gloved hands on cold mornings, and it adds a bit of old western character while it is at it. At 6.75 pounds with a 38.5 inch overall length and a 14 inch length of pull, it carries and shoulders like a proper full-size rifle without feeling heavy.
Golden Boy Silver Details Worth Knowing
The quarter cock safety keeps things simple and traditional, with no crossbolt button interrupting the lines. Fit and finish are what Henry has built its reputation on, and this one is made in the USA. Whether you are teaching a new shooter, thinning out the squirrel population, or just want a lever gun that draws compliments at the range, the H004SL delivers.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Henry Repeating Arms
- Model Number (MPN): H004SL
- UPC: 619835044037
- Action: Lever Action
- Caliber: .22 S/L/LR
- Capacity: 16 rounds .22 LR / 21 rounds .22 Short
- Barrel Length: 20" Octagon Blued Steel
- Rate of Twist: 1:16
- Overall Length: 38.5"
- Weight: 6.75 lbs
- Receiver Finish: Nickel Plated
- Front Sight: Brass Bead
- Rear Sight: Fully Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn with Diamond Insert
- Stock: American Walnut, Straight Grip
- Length of Pull: 14"
- Safety: 1/4 Cock
What’s Included
- Henry Golden Boy Silver H004SL lever action rifle
- Owner's manual
- Gun lock
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a scope on the Henry Golden Boy Silver H004SL?
Yes. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, and Henry offers a cantilever scope mount (GB-CSM) made for the Golden Boy line. Plenty of owners run a compact rimfire scope while keeping the semi-buckhorn irons as a backup.
What ammo does the H004SL shoot?
It is chambered for .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle, and you can mix them in the tube magazine. Capacity is 16 rounds of .22 LR or 21 rounds of .22 Short. The 1:16 twist barrel handles all three well, which makes it a flexible choice for plinking and small game.
What is the difference between the Golden Boy Silver and the standard Golden Boy?
The standard Golden Boy wears a brass-toned Brasslite receiver, while the Silver version uses a nickel-plated receiver, barrel band, and buttplate for a brighter, tarnish-resistant look. This particular H004SL also adds the oversized large loop lever, which the base Silver model does not have. Mechanically they share the same smooth Henry action and octagon barrel.
Is the Golden Boy Silver a good rifle for left-handed use?
Yes. Like all Henry lever actions, the H004SL is fully ambidextrous with a straight-grip stock and centered controls. Left-handed folks can run it comfortably and safely without any modifications.





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