Henry Rifle Forums

So I had hoped to purchase a Henry single shot, but after a bit of research found that they are not imported in to Australia anymore. So my question is, what’s another good choice? I had my heart set on a nice timber and blued rifle, but would consider anything. The caliber I’m after is 243. Thanks everyone.

So my question is, what’s another good choice?

Seems more like it might be a case of what are your options.
I have little knowledge of your gun availability there but I suspect single shots (in any brand) are probably pretty hard to find.
Why are they not being imported anymore?
Is it possible to have a rifle shipped to your LGS from a private party or dealer?

Caliber I’m after is 243, fills a gap in the safe. Bergara are readily available, stainless synthetic, all reports suggest that they are good, but I just don’t really like the look of them. Ruger #1 are too expensive at over 3k in aud. Thompson Center encore are half the price of the Ruger and worth considering, although still a bit pricey at $1500 Aussie bucks. Baikal are cheap, but most probably for a reason, plus I’d like an exposed hammer. Not sure about the Rossi’s. And kinda thinking about a H&R handily rifle, although don’t know much about them either!

Yes, Encores are a touch pricey, but I would still recommend them. Never had any Encore barrel deliver poor accuracy. Have had some that delivered fair to middlin' accuracy, but never a true lemon. Still your best bet as far as getting predictable accuracy. There's also a thriving market for custom Encore barrels by custom barrel makers, something you won't get with any other brand of single shot.

And kinda thinking about a H&R handily rifle, although don’t know much about them either!

Well the Handi-Rifle (if it's available to you) would be a great option.
They are typically well made and for the price were a great value. I say 'were' because they are no longer made.
I speak from experience as I have one, a later model branded NEF in .223 and it shoots excellently.
If you can find one in .243 do not hesitate!
Many of the more popular caliber Handi-Rifles have become very hard to find - even over here!

Another one is the Rossi Wizard. You can change the barrels on them, although I’d probably just stick with a single caliber. Anyone know anything about them?

Wow! There goes my idea of recommending A Ruger No. 1! Dang, that is EXPENSIVE! I really like those No. 1's. Have one in 30-'06. Great rifle. But, at that price........na-da.