Henry Protector
Henry Repeating Arms · Rifle · In Production · 2026
Also known as: H9 Protector Carbine, H10 Protector Carbine, H12 Protector Carbine
Overview
The Henry Protector is a 2026 self-defense-oriented lever-action carbine family with a shorter 16.5-inch threaded matte-blued steel barrel for suppressor use, a seven-round tubular magazine, and a checkered American walnut pistol-grip stock. It is offered as the H9 (.30-30 Win., .360 Buckhammer), H10 (.45-70 Gov't), and H12 (.357 Mag./.38 Spl., .44 Mag./.44 Spl.), with a side loading gate, fully adjustable sights, and a receiver drilled and tapped for optics.
Specifications
| Barrel Length | 419 mm (16.50") |
| Action Type | Lever Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tube |
| Muzzle Velocity | 396 m/s (1299 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2032 J (1499 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 125 m (137 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Matte Blued |
Calibers
- .45-70 Government · primary — also known as .45-70 Govt, .45-70
- .30-30 Winchester — also known as .30-30 Win, .30 WCF
- .357 Magnum — also known as .357 Mag, .357 S&W Magnum, 9x33mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Half Cock
- Features: Side Loading Gate, Threaded Muzzle, Suppressor Ready, Checkered Walnut Pistol Grip Stock, Drilled And Tapped Receiver, Fully Adjustable Sights, Sling Swivel Studs
Variants
- Henry H9 Protector Carbine — Rifle Caliber
- Henry H10 Protector Carbine — Rifle Caliber
- Henry H12 Protector Carbine — Pistol Caliber
Production
Production years: 2026-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Companion to the hunting-focused Henry Provider rifle, distinguished by the shorter threaded barrel emphasizing maneuverability and suppressor compatibility. MSRP approximately $1,200. Caliber data shown for the .45-70 chambering.
Background
Henry built the Protector around the idea of a suppressor-ready lever gun for home and ranch defense, leaning on the threaded short barrel to make a 19th-century action feel at home in a modern truck gun role.