“Made in America, or Not Made At All.” That’s the motto Henry Repeating Arms has etched into its fans’ minds. They take pride in being an American company, with all their guns and parts sourced right here.
For 2026, Henry has redesigned their entire product lineup with new model numbers and categories because, as they admitted, their naming conventions were confusing. Among these are the Protector and Provider series of rifles and carbines.
SPECS
The two new product families include Protector Carbines, which are compact and suppressor-ready for everyday use and peace of mind, and Provider Rifles, which are dedicated hunting rifles focused on putting meat in the freezer season after season.
The standard specs are as follows for the Protector Carbine line:
- Model(s): H9, H10, and H12 Protector Carbine
- Caliber: 30-30 Win, 360 Buckhammer, 45-70 Gov’t, .357 Magnum/38 Spl, .44 Rem Mag/.44 Spl.
- Capacity: 4 rounds for rifle calibers, and 7 rounds for pistol calibers.
- Action: Lever
- Threaded: Yes; thread pitch varies by caliber
- Magazines: Tubular
- Barrel Length: 16.5”
- Overall Length: N/A
- Weight: 6.59 lbs. – 6.75 lbs.
- Price: $1,200
The standard specs are as follows for the Provider Carbine line:
- Model(s): H9, H10, and H12 Provider
- Caliber: 30-30 Win, 360 Buckhammer, 38-55 Win, .35 Remington, 45-70 Gov’t, .357 Magnum/38 Spl, .44 Rem Mag/.44 Spl.
- Capacity: Up to 6 for rifle calibers, and 10 for pistol calibers.
- Action: Lever
- Threaded: non-threaded
- Magazines: Tubular
- Barrel Length: 20”
- Overall Length: N/A
- Weight: 7 lbs.
- Price: $1,135 MSRP
FEATURES
The new Protector Carbines and Provider Rifles are designed with purpose in mind. The Provider Rifles are clearly made for the woodsman who prioritizes capacity and handling over suppressor compatibility, featuring a 20-inch non-threaded blued steel barrel paired with a longer tube magazine that can hold up to six rounds in rifle calibers or 10 in pistol calibers. Available across the H9, H10, and H12 platforms, they deliver dependable performance season after season.
The Protector Carbines tell a different story, prioritizing readiness with compact 16.5-inch barrels, threaded muzzles for suppressors, and lighter, more maneuverable profiles designed for close-quarters use.
Both models feature matte blued steel receivers, checkered American walnut pistol-grip stocks, ventilated sling swivel studs, fully adjustable sights, and receivers drilled and tapped for optics, emphasizing that these are utilitarian rifles, thoughtfully tuned for their intended use.
ZOOMING OUT
I’m glad Henry is working toward a more efficient platform, with models and categories that focus on purpose. The new Provider and Protector lines give the end-users the features they want for any given task. Check them out at henryusa.com.
