I've got Henry Levrguns in 22 LR and 17 HMR, I now wish that the 17 HMR was a 22 WMR. After shooting a couple smaller critters, I don't think the 17 HMR is very effective on game. Accurate and pleasant to shoot out past 150 yards, but I think the 22 WMR would be better. I have a Ruger 96 in 22 WMR. I think the Henry would be better, with the 24" octagon barrel to get fussy.