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Yesterday it was more than spring-like with temps in the lower 70s. I went to my friend's outdoor range at Poverty Knob with my Henry .22 Small Game Carbine. It was an unusually pleasant day. At most PK range visits, there is very little wind because the range is on a nicely-sloped hill, almost in a bowl, surrounded by trees on all sides. Brisk winds (or any wind!) are quite rare. Yesterday however, as I faced my targets, there was a gentle, cool breeze hitting me in the face -- how refreshing!

~Shooting Positions~
I shot my SGC off hand, standing, except for the last 10-round magazine load when I shot from a seated position.

~Ammo~
Browning Performance Rimfire (BPR) 40gr, 1255 FPS. Shot 78 rounds.

~Targets~
The sevens. One 7" square cardboard, two 7" round black steel.

~Shooting Distances~
55, 33, 30, 15 yards.

Range Goals for the Day
To have fun!
Try various distances and firing positions.
All were achieved.

~POIs~
The cardboard was quiet; the black steel was pleasantly clanging.

What I caught in my camera lens, was the 7" cardboard area where my POIs landed (10 rounds). At start of range time, both sides of the black steel were solid black. The SGC & Me sure messed that up!
I took my first 5 shots at 55 yards, landed shot #1 right on, and ended up with 5/10 clangs. At 30 yards, 7/10 clangs.
At 15 yards, 10/10 clangs using rapid fire. The SGC's lever-action is very, very smooth, and the ghost-ring rear sight returns quickly on target!
At 33 yards, final 10 round magazine load, 10/10 clangs. Used the clean, back side of the black steel.
Especially fun since I rarely shoot from a seated position. Just brought a patio chair on to the range grass, and went for it. Actually surprised myself a little since it's such a different "feel" when shooting from this position. Very pleased with this group.
That's the Range Report and the story of the SGC and Sevens.
Have a great day!
PT7

nicely reported .... the SGC seems to get universal praise for its smooth action and accuracy

Nice job. Looks like moon craters!

JEBar wrote:nicely reported .... the SGC seems to get universal praise for its smooth action and accuracy

Jim, I've used all kinds of words to describe what a fine rifle the Henry SGC is, but have never yet nailed it to my satisfaction.
This time I'll say that in my ownership of this Henry carbine, President Anthony Imperato's "personal guarantee to make certain that we are 100% satisfied with our purchase of our rifles" is a done deal!

RanchRoper wrote:Nice job. Looks like moon craters!

I wondered if anyone would notice those "craters." It must that clear sky and open Canadian expanses where you live, RR.
Most of the craters are from a Henry BB .357 magnum, some of the smaller ones are from a Henry .22 magnum, and the large one on front side of black steel (1st photo) is a 12ga shotgun slug. After I saw what that slug did to this fairly soft steel, I quit shooting slugs at it. The black steel hanging from a tree limb, and then swinging with the clangs by my SGC hits, is the shooting I most enjoy.

The craters just add some character to the pounded steel, don't you think?

I have 2 other Henry 22LR. Both are the 001T model. But the SGC I have without a doubt is my favorite of the bunch. Ive been really close to getting one in a 22 mag but right now I have other things I need to be getting. Al

Thanks, BigAl. I knew the SGC was a favorite Henry of yours, and thought you'd might comment.

I had the Henry .22 magnum lever gun, and It shot very well, too. Actually, some of the small hits on my steel target were made by that rifle. Just keep it on your list for future Henrys!

BigAl52 wrote:I have 2 other Henry 22LR. Both are the 001T model. But the SGC I have without a doubt is my favorite of the bunch. Ive been really close to getting one in a 22 mag but right now I have other things I need to be getting. Al

Haven't picked mine up yet, really looking forward to picking it up.