RICE LAKE, Wis., February 19, 2026 — Henry Repeating Arms, one of America’s leading firearm manufacturers and the world leader in the lever-action category, has started shipping its new Explorer Carbines, first shown at the 2026 SHOT Show. Available across the company’s most popular centerfire platforms, the new models combine distinctive styling with enhanced durability.
The Explorer Carbine draws inspiration from the rugged landscapes of the American Southwest, a region defined by sun-scorched earth and canyon stone. Each rifle features a Burnt Bronze Cerakote® finish applied to the lever, receiver, barrel, and outer magazine tube, reflecting those natural tones. This inaugural Burnt Bronze configuration represents the first in a potential series of regionally inspired finishes, each intended to capture the distinctive character and colors of America’s diverse landscapes. In addition to its warm, understated appearance, the Cerakote application provides increased resistance to physical and environmental wear, delivering long-term protection while creating a refined, custom-shop look without the custom-shop price tag.
Beyond the looks, Henry’s Explorer Carbines emphasize portability, balance, and fast handling. Each model is fitted with a threaded 16.5-inch carbine-length barrel, fully adjustable sights, and a receiver that’s drilled and tapped for optics. Sling swivel studs come standard, supporting comfortable field carry and practical everyday use. All Explorer Carbine models feature a checkered pistol-grip buttstock and fore-end cut from genuine American walnut and a ventilated rubber recoil pad.
The H9 Explorer Carbine is offered in .30-30 Winchester and .360 Buckhammer, each with a 4-round capacity. The H10 Explorer Carbine is chambered in .45-70 Gov’t and also features a 4-round capacity. The H12 Explorer Carbine is available in .357 Magnum / .38 Special and .44 Magnum / .44 Special, both with a 7-round capacity. The MSRP for the Explorer Carbine is $1,430.
“Sometimes a product tells you what it wants to be,” said Anthony Imperato, Founder and CEO of Henry Repeating Arms. “We produced a Burnt Bronze lever-action as an experiment, and it immediately stood out. The color evokes the landscapes of the American Southwest, which made the Explorer Carbine name a natural match. This is just the beginning, and we invite the Henry community to send us their ideas for other colors and regions that deserve their own spot in our catalog.”
Like all Henry firearms, the Explorer Carbine is proudly Made in America, Or Not Made At All, and is backed by Henry Repeating Arms’ Lifetime Warranty and industry-renowned customer service.
The Explorer Carbine is only available through licensed firearms dealers. For more information about these new models, visit henryusa.com.
About Henry Repeating Arms:
Henry Repeating Arms is one of the leading rifle and shotgun manufacturers in the United States and a world leader in the lever action category. The company motto is “Made in America, or not made at all,” and its firearms come with a lifetime guarantee backed by award-winning customer service. The company is also known for its Guns For Great Causes charitable program, which focuses on assisting the families of sick children, children’s hospitals, military veteran organizations, Second Amendment advocacy groups, and wildlife conservation organizations. The company currently employs over 550 people and has over 330,000sf of manufacturing space in its Wisconsin and New Jersey facilities. The company is named in honor of Benjamin Tyler Henry, who invented and patented the Henry lever action rifle in 1860 – the first practical repeating rifle and America’s unique contribution to the international stage of firearms design. Visit Henry Repeating Arms online at henryusa.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/HenryRepeating, and @henry_rifles on Instagram.
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